Geothermal Reservoir Engineer
Core
Evaluating, modeling, and optimizing geothermal resources to support the development and operation of geothermal energy projects, applying reservoir engineering and thermal simulation to maximize sustainable energy recovery.
Role type
Senior IC geothermal reservoir engineer (project lead)
Builds
3D static and dynamic geothermal reservoir models, production/injection strategies, and techno-economic assessments for geothermal field development.
Domain
Geothermal energy, subsurface energy systems, EGS, sedimentary geothermal
Required skills
reservoir simulation, subsurface characterization, thermal simulation, production forecasting, fluid flow in porous media, heat transfer, pressure transient analysis, uncertainty quantification, 3D geomodelling, well test analysis, project management
Preferred skills
EGS systems knowledge, integrated subsurface modeling, waterflood and injection management, history matching, economic evaluation
Technologies
CMG, Eclipse, Petrel, tNavigator, Jewelsuite, Leapfrog
Responsibilities
Conduct geothermal resource assessments including reservoir characterization and permeability analysis; Develop and maintain 3D static and dynamic geothermal reservoir models; Perform reservoir simulations to evaluate production and injection strategies; Lead and manage multi-disciplinary geothermal study projects to completion within budget; Collaborate with geoscientists and drilling teams to optimize field development plans; Analyze well test, pressure, temperature, and production data to update reservoir models.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership