Suncor
oil and gas
SpecialistReservoirEngineer
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“Specialist Reservoir Engineer at Suncor. Skills: SAGD Reservoir Engineering, reservoir management, optimization leadership. Analyze well performance trends, pressure data, temperature data, and reservoir conformance to identify optimization and risk mitigation opportunities. Develop and steward steam and NCG allocation strategies across wells and pads to optimize reservoir performance and improve energy efficiency”
What You'll Achieve.
maximize recovery; enhance overall asset value; optimize reservoir performance; improve energy efficiency; enhance recovery; reduce operating costs; improve asset performance
Industry & Context.
critical thinking
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
12+ years of experience with a focus in Thermal SAGD within the oil and gas industry, Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Petroleum, Chemical, or Mechanical), Registered or immediately eligible for registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), Demonstrated knowledge of data analytics and use/development of digital solutions (PowerBI, programming, modelling software, etc. ), Expert in SAGD recovery mechanisms, conformance, and thermal reservoir behavior, Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary and field-based teams
Nice to Have
written and verbal communication, self-motivated, critical thinking, and having an innovative mindset are an asset
What You'll Do.
Analyze well performance trends
and reservoir conformance to identify optimization and risk mitigation opportunities
Develop and steward steam and NCG allocation strategies across wells and pads to optimize reservoir performance and improve energy efficiency
Provide reservoir performance insights input into ESP performance
setting operating limits
intervention planning
and brownfield developments
Identify and manage reservoir risks including steam breakthrough
gas handling constraints
and reservoir containment
Support pad start-ups
and long-term depletion planning
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the asset team
Ensure management practices meet regulatory and internal governance requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance recovery
reduce operating costs
and improve asset performance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work closely with our Production, Operations, Geoscience, and Development teams; Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary and field-based teams
Communication Scope
written and verbal communication
Full Job Description
**At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.** When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Are you an experienced SAGD Reservoir Engineer looking to play a key role in one of the world’s leading in situ thermal assets? As a Calgary-based Senior Reservoir Engineer supporting our Firebag SAGD operations, you will provide reservoir management and optimization leadership to drive safe, reliable, and efficient well and pad performance. You will work closely with our Production, Operations, Geoscience, and Development teams to maximize recovery and enhance overall asset value. **What we offer:** We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work. * Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching * Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being * Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance * Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development **Minimum Requirements:** * 12+ years of experience with a focus in Thermal SAGD within the oil and gas industry * Bachelor’s de
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