Reservoir Engineer - Field Development
Posted date [2026-09-21]
(ID: 52223)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
Reservoir Engineer - Field DevelopmentJob Snapshot
Role: Reservoir Engineer
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Petroleum Engineering
Experience: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
ADNOC Group is seeking a Reservoir Engineer in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to provide technical expertise in reservoir studies, field development planning and reservoir modeling. The role reviews static and dynamic models used to optimize field development plans, works closely with Group Companies on reservoir simulation and analytical studies, and promotes consistent application of ADNOC technical standards and reservoir management guidelines.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Petroleum Engineering
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Job Purpose
The Reservoir Engineer will participate in and review field development plans and reservoir studies, focusing on the technical quality of static and
dynamic models used for field development optimization.
The position will liaise with Group Companies to assess existing development plans, reservoir studies and dynamic models while providing technical advice on analytical work, reservoir modeling, simulation and reservoir management.
Field Development and Reservoir Studies
* Monitor studies associated with field development plans to verify technical quality, rigor and compliance with ADNOC standards and guidelines.
* Review field development plans and reservoir studies and recommend appropriate technical improvements.
* Examine reservoir study reports and identify actions or techniques that can improve field development plans.
* Recommend improvements to reservoir data gathering programs.
* Support proper implementation of ADNOC reservoir management guidelines.
* Provide hands-on technical support for reservoir studies and projects.
* Ensure reservoir engineering studies follow an integrated multidisciplinary approach.
Reservoir Modeling and Simulation
* Review static and dynamic reservoir models used to support field development planning.
* Provide technical advice on reservoir modeling, simulation and associated analytical work.
* Support the development and application of reservoir modeling and simulation workflows.
* Participate in testing and evaluating commercial reservoir simulators.
* Assess reservoir engineering software, analytical tools and associated pre-processors and post-processors.
* Recommend technically suitable and cost-effective software that meets ADNOC requirements.
* Advise on current and future reservoir modeling and reservoir management activities.
Standards and Technical Assurance
* Verify that ADNOC technical standards and relevant industry practices are followed across Group Companies.
* Drive implementation of ADNOC standards and guidelines to improve efficiency and value.
* Review technical work for alignment with applicable reservoir management requirements.
* Provide recommendations that strengthen the quality and consistency of reservoir engineering studies.
Reservoir Technology and Research
* Identify advanced technologies that could improve reservoir modeling and management.
* Recommend technical projects and areas where research could be initiated or applied to Abu Dhabi reservoirs.
* Participate in discussions concerning reservoir technology and research and development.
* Contribute technical expertise on matters relating to ADNOC hydrocarbon reserves.
Stakeholder and Multidisciplinary Coordination
* Represent ADNOC in technical discussions with Group Companies, stakeholders, consultants and service companies.
* Provide technical advice covering reservoir studies, modeling, simulation and software matters.
* Maintain close interaction with other technical team members.
* Coordinate with Upstream functions and OPCOs for technical discussions and data exchange.
* Promote a fully integrated multidisciplinary approach across reservoir engineering studies conducted within ADNOC and Group Companies.
Technical Capability Development
* Participate in developing standards for reservoir engineering knowledge and competency.
* Support resource allocation strategies aligned with technical and business requirements.
* Contribute to the professional development of Upstream and OPCO specialists.
* Align technical development activities with career technical ladders, ADNOC competency profiles, working systems and training programs.
Supervision
* Plan, supervise and coordinate activities within the assigned area to achieve functional objectives.
* Train and develop assigned personnel in relevant technical skills.
* Support staff proficiency and achievement of Section objectives.
Budget and Performance Management
* Provide input for preparation of Unit, Department or Section budgets.
* Assist with implementation of approved budgets and work plans.
* Investigate and highlight significant variances to support performance and cost control.
* Contribute to achievement of approved performance objectives.
Policies, Systems and Procedures
* Implement approved policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures.
* Support execution of work programs in accordance with company and international standards.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
* Design and implement tools and techniques that improve operational quality and efficiency.
* Evaluate internal processes against relevant industry practices.
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and develop effective solutions to technical challenges.
Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability
* Comply with applicable HSE policies, procedures and controls.
* Follow relevant legislation and sustainability guidelines.
* Perform activities in accordance with international standards, industry practices and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
Reporting
* Provide input for Unit, Department or Section Management Information System reports.
* Contribute to progress reports prepared for company management.
The position will liaise with Group Companies to assess existing development plans, reservoir studies and dynamic models while providing technical advice on analytical work, reservoir modeling, simulation and reservoir management.
Field Development and Reservoir Studies
* Monitor studies associated with field development plans to verify technical quality, rigor and compliance with ADNOC standards and guidelines.
* Review field development plans and reservoir studies and recommend appropriate technical improvements.
* Examine reservoir study reports and identify actions or techniques that can improve field development plans.
* Recommend improvements to reservoir data gathering programs.
* Support proper implementation of ADNOC reservoir management guidelines.
* Provide hands-on technical support for reservoir studies and projects.
* Ensure reservoir engineering studies follow an integrated multidisciplinary approach.
Reservoir Modeling and Simulation
* Review static and dynamic reservoir models used to support field development planning.
* Provide technical advice on reservoir modeling, simulation and associated analytical work.
* Support the development and application of reservoir modeling and simulation workflows.
* Participate in testing and evaluating commercial reservoir simulators.
* Assess reservoir engineering software, analytical tools and associated pre-processors and post-processors.
* Recommend technically suitable and cost-effective software that meets ADNOC requirements.
* Advise on current and future reservoir modeling and reservoir management activities.
Standards and Technical Assurance
* Verify that ADNOC technical standards and relevant industry practices are followed across Group Companies.
* Drive implementation of ADNOC standards and guidelines to improve efficiency and value.
* Review technical work for alignment with applicable reservoir management requirements.
* Provide recommendations that strengthen the quality and consistency of reservoir engineering studies.
Reservoir Technology and Research
* Identify advanced technologies that could improve reservoir modeling and management.
* Recommend technical projects and areas where research could be initiated or applied to Abu Dhabi reservoirs.
* Participate in discussions concerning reservoir technology and research and development.
* Contribute technical expertise on matters relating to ADNOC hydrocarbon reserves.
Stakeholder and Multidisciplinary Coordination
* Represent ADNOC in technical discussions with Group Companies, stakeholders, consultants and service companies.
* Provide technical advice covering reservoir studies, modeling, simulation and software matters.
* Maintain close interaction with other technical team members.
* Coordinate with Upstream functions and OPCOs for technical discussions and data exchange.
* Promote a fully integrated multidisciplinary approach across reservoir engineering studies conducted within ADNOC and Group Companies.
Technical Capability Development
* Participate in developing standards for reservoir engineering knowledge and competency.
* Support resource allocation strategies aligned with technical and business requirements.
* Contribute to the professional development of Upstream and OPCO specialists.
* Align technical development activities with career technical ladders, ADNOC competency profiles, working systems and training programs.
Supervision
* Plan, supervise and coordinate activities within the assigned area to achieve functional objectives.
* Train and develop assigned personnel in relevant technical skills.
* Support staff proficiency and achievement of Section objectives.
Budget and Performance Management
* Provide input for preparation of Unit, Department or Section budgets.
* Assist with implementation of approved budgets and work plans.
* Investigate and highlight significant variances to support performance and cost control.
* Contribute to achievement of approved performance objectives.
Policies, Systems and Procedures
* Implement approved policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures.
* Support execution of work programs in accordance with company and international standards.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
* Design and implement tools and techniques that improve operational quality and efficiency.
* Evaluate internal processes against relevant industry practices.
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and develop effective solutions to technical challenges.
Health, Safety, Environment and Sustainability
* Comply with applicable HSE policies, procedures and controls.
* Follow relevant legislation and sustainability guidelines.
* Perform activities in accordance with international standards, industry practices and ADNOC Codes of Practice.
Reporting
* Provide input for Unit, Department or Section Management Information System reports.
* Contribute to progress reports prepared for company management.
