Development Engineer

Who We Are

Surge Energy Inc. is a publicly traded oil-focused E&P company with a strong foundation built on high-quality crude oil reserves with an average daily production of over 23,000 boe per day. Our core operating areas in Alberta and Saskatchewan are among the top conventional oil plays in Canada. At Surge, we believe that our people are one of our greatest assets. We are a mid-sized company based out of our Calgary Head Office and look for individuals to join our team who share our passion for integrity, innovation, and the production of safe, reliable Canadian energy.

Surge is currently accepting applications for the position of Development Engineer, Southeast Saskatchewan.

The Development Engineer will report directly to the Director, Development Engineering and will work as a key member of the Southeast Saskatchewan technical asset team. This position will be responsible for exploiting and optimizing existing oil assets and identifying new oil resource opportunities.

Responsibilities:

- Primary engineering support on a multi-discipline asset team, responsible for development planning, waterflood/EOR design and optimization

- Lead asset team meetings pertaining to development drilling, waterflood/EOR, potential acquisitions, and landsales

- Direct asset team and work with Business Development group to identify and economically evaluate opportunities such strategic property acquisitions and new drilling techniques

- Evaluate and direct reservoir depletion and optimization strategies

- Provide engineering input and economic evaluations for potential drilling locations and re-entries

- Ensure the accuracy of corporate reserves through the annual external auditor evaluation process

- Manage production and capital budgeting and forecasting using Val Nav software

- Ensure all regulatory and environmental compliance requirements are met

Qualifications:

- A Professional Engineer with a minimum of 8 years of experience

- A background in exploitation/development engineering with an emphasis on primary oil development, waterflood, and EOR

- Demonstrated leadership capability and planning skills within a multi-discipline asset team

- Prior production or operations engineering experience would be considered a major asset

- Economic analysis and evaluations. Decline analysis, production forecasting and reserves

- Budgeting, capital management, project management, and cost control

- Strong computing skills with software such as Val Nav, GeoScout, Verdazo and MS Excel

- Experience with reservoir modelling or waterflood surveillance software would be an asset

- Knowledge of Saskatchewan Energy Regulations

- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Why Surge?

Culture

At Surge, we foster an active and collaborative culture that thrives on adaptability and embraces the challenges of the ever-changing oil and gas industry. Our leaders are committed to promoting a positive company culture, and we're proud to have a team of genuine, driven, and knowledgeable individuals. Surge's culture is based on teamwork, creativity, and a drive for excellence. Every team member's voice is valued and supported in our inclusive and encouraging environment. We value cooperation among team members and understand that our success is a result of our combined efforts.

Constant Change and a Focus on Adaptability

The energy industry is dynamic, and we see this as an opportunity. Our disciplined capital action and financial flexibility enable us to effectively navigate through market fluctuations and capitalize on strategic opportunities. We envision a world powered by clean and safe Canadian Energy. With high quality assets and advanced technology, we are poised to continue positively impacting the future of energy. Being a part of our team means you will be at the forefront of adapting to industry changes and finding innovative solutions.

Competitive Compensation and Rewards

We believe in recognizing and rewarding the hard work and contribution of our employees. Surge Energy offers a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary, individual and company performance-based incentives through our Short-Term and Long-Term programs, a comprehensive benefits package, an employer matching savings plan, and flexible hours.

Extra Perks

We offer a range of extra perks to our employees at our Head Office to help reinforce our company culture. Every year we host corporate events such as our Stampede Party, Charity Turkey Bowl, and our Christmas party.

We also have a strong commitment to community involvement and corporate responsibility. By supporting a variety of initiatives and organizations through in-house campaigns, volunteer outings, event sponsorship, and employee donation matching, we strive to make a positive impact in all the communities we live and operate in.

If you are looking to join a company that values its people, promotes responsibility developing and championing Canadian energy, and gives back to the community - all while offering competitive compensation - Surge Energy is the right fit for you. Please forward your resume to hr@surgeenergy.ca to join our team prior to