Senior Reservoir Engineer
Our client is a privately held Canadian oil operating company focused on responsible and efficient development of conventional light oil assets in Southeast Saskatchewan. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, innovation and sustainable practices, they work collaboratively to create long-term value for their stakeholders.
They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to support and optimize oilfield operations across their Saskatchewan asset base. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise in reservoir engineering, conventional well drilling & completions, and well optimizations. This role is based out of the Calgary office.
They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to support and optimize oilfield operations across their Saskatchewan asset base. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise in reservoir engineering, conventional well drilling & completions, and well optimizations. This role is based out of the Calgary office.
Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with team members to achieve annual and long-term oil production targets across the Saskatchewan asset base.
- Work with Geology to develop and execute annual drilling and completion programs.
- Design, evaluate, and oversee production systems, including artificial lift, wellbore equipment, and surface facilities.
- Analyze well and field-level production data to identify underperforming assets, diagnose root causes, and develop practical, cost-effective solutions such as workovers, recompletions, and stimulation programs.
- Provide technical support to field operations, including troubleshooting mechanical and production issues, supporting workover execution, and ensuring safe and efficient implementation of engineering plans.
- Conduct detailed economic evaluations, including capital and operating cost analysis, rate-of-return calculations, and risk assessments of proposed plans.
- Identify opportunities for cost reductions, efficiency gains, and operational improvements.
- Mentor and guide field personnel, promoting a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to long-term development planning and strategy, incorporating best practices, lessons learned, and emerging technologies to ensure sustainable and responsible resource development.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline, preferably with a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
- 20+ years of reservoir engineering experience in the oil industry, with an emphasis on hands-on practical experience with drilling and completions.
- Extensive expertise in artificial lift systems, including rod lift, PCPs, ESPs, and optimization methodologies.
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to guide and support multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Our client offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain highly experienced professionals. This includes a strong salary commensurate with experience, performance-based incentives, and a full suite of benefits. Employees enjoy extended health and dental coverage, retirement savings programs and paid time off. Their goal is to provide a supportive, rewarding work environment where employees can thrive both professionally and personally.