W&T Offshore, Inc.

Reservoir Engineer

Houston, TX

Full-time

About This Job

TITLE: Reservoir Engineer

ABOUT THE COMPANY: W&T Offshore (NYSE: WTI) is an independent oil and natural gas producer with a proud legacy of acquisition, exploration, and development of properties in the Gulf of America since 1983. We’re committed to creating an environment where people thrive, offering flexibility, a strong sense of community, and a diverse asset portfolio. Our rewards program complements this by providing competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and resources that promote well-being in every aspect of life. W&T Offshore is seeking an experienced Reservoir Engineer. This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for professionals looking to join a well-established upstream oil and gas company with over 40 years of leadership in the Gulf of America.

BENEFITS: W&T Offshore offers excellent pay, short-term incentive/cash bonus program, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, group life and AD&D insurance, 401(k) with a 6% safe-harbor match, as well as supplemental insurance, paid vacation, annual PTO, and paid company holidays paid annually.

WORKING LOCATION: Houston Office - 5718 Westheimer Road, 77057

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time

SCHEDULE: Monday to Thursday - 9 hours (in-office) / Friday - 4 hours (remote)

FLSA STATUS: Salary, Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY: Lead and/or participate in focused, multi-disciplinary teams charged with evaluating acquisition, divestiture, and drilling prospect opportunities in targeted regions or plays.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Provide reservoir engineering expertise in evaluating potential acquisition or divestiture opportunities in various basins.

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Contribute engineering skills to multidisciplinary evaluation as designated.

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Prepare economic models for various opportunities.

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Prepare summary packages and present results and recommendations to senior management in a timely manner, adhering to deadlines.

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Participate in post-bid due diligence and transition processes.

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Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

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Proficient in reserves evaluation and economic analysis of petroleum ventures

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Basic knowledge of geology, drilling, completions, production engineering, and production operations.

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Working knowledge of Aries economic software, public production databases, and other petroleum engineering software.

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Oral presentation skills and the ability to interact positively with senior management.

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Team-oriented, self-starter, with strong leadership and communication skills

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Ability to work with multiple and changing priorities, short deadlines, and ability to respond in high-stress situations.

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Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 8 years of experience in reservoir engineering.

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An advanced degree is a plus.

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Strong working knowledge and understanding of reservoir characteristics and recovery mechanisms.

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Strategic thinking and economic analysis skills.

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Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team with a multi-faceted workload.

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Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently.

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Must possess the ability to execute projects based on ideas or concepts, within parameters assigned

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Experience with history-matching methods and modeling a range of recovery processes, a plus

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Applicable computer skills must include proficiency in software including: ARIES and other reservoir engineering tools.

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Proficiency in MS Office applications (primarily Word and Excel).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Report to the Corporate Office daily and adhere to schedule

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Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device

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Ability to have face to face conversations with stakeholders, peers and management

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Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed

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Comply with company policies and procedure

PHYSICAL REQIREMENTS:

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Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.

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Occasional lifting up to 10 pounds.

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Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee. W&T Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

W&T Offshore Inc. offers competitive total rewards including health & welfare benefits, 401k match, competitive pay and an annual bonus program (STI).

W&T Offshore does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.