Senior Well Engineering Modeling & Simulation Technologist
Core
Develops and advances engineering models, numerical simulations, and optimization workflows for well design, drilling, and well control applications.
Role type
Senior IC well engineering modeling & simulation technologist
Builds
Next-generation well-engineering software capabilities and automated workflows for drilling and production optimization
Domain
Oil & Gas / Well Engineering / Numerical Simulation
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Numerical modeling, Engineering simulation, Applied mathematics, Optimization, Scientific computing, Engineering software development, AI-assisted engineering workflows, Model verification and validation, Well control, Gas migration
Preferred skills
Wellbore mechanics, Tubular design, Well integrity, Machine learning, Generative AI, Agent-based systems, Multiphase flow modeling, Geomechanics, Flow simulation
Technologies
Python, C++, C#, Fortran, MATLAB, Mathematica, StressCheck
Responsibilities
Develop advanced well-engineering models and numerical simulation methods for drilling applications. Translate scientific concepts into tested, maintainable software capabilities. Design and evaluate automated well-design workflows using AI or agent-based methods. Execute technical work for gas migration and well-control modeling. Verify and validate models using engineering calculations and field data. Collaborate with software engineers and product teams to define requirements and resolve technical issues. Document model assumptions, principles, and test results for stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
