Reservoir Engineer

This position works in concert with team reservoir engineers, geologists, production/facility engineers and field operations to identify, develop, and execute non-miscible CO2 injection and other enhanced oil recovery projects for operations in the Yates Field Unit. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Overview:

This position represents a key member of a multi-discipline team that adds value to the asset through capital reinvestment and application of solid reservoir management skills.  This position works in concert with team reservoir engineers, geologists, production/facility engineers and field operations to identify, develop, and execute non-miscible CO2 injection and other enhanced oil recovery projects for operations in the Yates Field Unit.  Position level is commensurate with experience and skill sets. A hybrid schedule is available. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated ability to use petroleum engineering principles to solve problems and identify enhancement opportunities.
• Experience in reservoir development practices including, but not limited to, identification of development drilling, workover opportunities (including horizontal wells), reservoir surveillance and performance forecasting.
• Ability to make technical and economically sound recommendations with not all data/information available.
• Good overall practical oilfield operations knowledge.
• Ability to improve the profitability of a field using reservoir analysis
• Understanding of oil and gas finance in relation to reserves and economics
• Ability to understand typical well-logging suites
• Flooding processes exposure. Waterflood and/or CO2 flood experience a plus
• Experience in developing technical documents such as AFEs, economic analysis, presentations to management, etc. (written and verbal skills)

Qualifications:

• This position is geared towards an engineer with 3-15 years of experience. However, a technically strong and committed candidate with less experience may be considered.
• Currently living in, or willing to move to Midland, TX
• Good time management skills. Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• High proficiency in all required technical and economic software packages
• MS-Office proficiency with general applications: Work, Excel, PowerPoint
• DSS / OFM - working knowledge of Production Management Software
• Data management and manipulation capability

Why Join Kinder Morgan:

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

 

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

 

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.