Production Simulation Engineer

Houston - United States

The Production Simulation Engineer supports completions/geomechanics modeling needs using the SLB’s suite of state-of-the-art software suite. The candidate will work with internal subsurface teams and external clients for optimizing completion designs to improve well performance using high-end workflows. The position is be responsible for projects that directly impact completion designs and execution by utilizing technical expertise focused on data driven decisions using real-time, historical, and public data.

Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Work on active consulting projects with clients across North America and in other geographies
• Work on internal projects that require completions expertise and knowledge of the latest trends in unconventional completion practices.
• Work in a diverse multi-disciplinary team performing subsurface modeling for oil & gas, CCUS and geothermal projects
• Evaluation of completions field diagnostics and optimization projects
• Construct single-well and multi-well fracture models using various fracture modeling approaches to optimize drainage for planning future wells in the field
• Perform lookback analysis for completion design impacts on well performance
• Support internal domain experts in data science to understand the needs, constraints, and limitations for completions projects and pathway for future growth
• Evaluate new technology from scoping to field implementation and bottom line impacts
• Utilize wide ranging data to evaluate well performance and optimum design strategies
• Engage and participate in internal knowledge events for sharing information on best practices and project learnings
• Engage with customers to provide best services and integrated solutions to solve the challenges
• Participate in special projects assigned by the supervisor which may have strategic importance
• Live up to the ethics and customer centricity standards set by SLB

 Qualitications and Experience: 

• BS or MS in Petroleum, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering required
• Minimum 3-5 years of completions experience along with field experience with 5-8 years industry experience preferred
• Experience with fracture modeling in Kinetix fracture modeling software is a must and knowledge of other fracture modeling softwares
• Strong knowledge of geomechanics concepts and their impact on fracture growth
• Experience in Reservoir engineering is an added bonus
• Must collaborate with people from other technical domains, business leaders and sales staff
• Must have good people skills, be well organized, and proficient computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to innovation
• Extensive knowledge of unconventional completion engineering fundamentals and general production drivers
• Must demonstrate strong verbal communication skills and data presentation skills, including ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with TIBCO-Spotfire and Dataiku is a plus
• Candidates must be able to legally work and reside in the US, without sponsorship

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, or other characteristics protected by law. We are an “Equal Opportunity Employer".  For more information regarding your rights, refer to the latest version of the "EEO is the Law" poster, the "EEO is the Law-Supplement" poster, and the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision" located here: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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