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Position Summary

This position is responsible for conducting Reservoir Engineering studies to support exploration, development, and operations of geothermal resources globally. The role involves working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and contributing as a high-level specialist.

The compensation level will depend on experience, ranging from Reservoir Engineer to Senior Reservoir Engineer.

Essential Functions

• Ensure a safe workplace and promote safety with the goal of zero incidents.
• Utilize technical authority within company processes, maintaining high accuracy and relevance in work.
• Perform tasks independently or within a team, driving meaningful outcomes.
• Act dependably and use sound judgment.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations, adhering to company standards.
• Manage data consistently with company systems.
• Lead projects and activities to achieve relevant outcomes.
• Conduct training and mentor others.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams for work activities and act as a primary contact.
• Demonstrate leadership in creating new projects and opportunities.
• Innovate and improve tools, systems, and processes.
• Analyze well performance, diagnose issues, and assist with remedial actions.
• Evaluate well performance for improvements.
• Collect and analyze reservoir data, develop models, and optimize production.
• Collaborate with operations, geologists, and project managers for reservoir management.
• Plan and specify well tests and diagnostics.
• Design and supervise well tests, ensuring safety.
• Specify and evaluate pumps for production wells.
• Maintain data quality and work with external consultants.

Other Responsibilities

• Handle additional work outside routine responsibilities.
• Represent the company professionally at industry forums.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Master's in Science or Engineering; Doctorate is advantageous.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in geothermal or related fields.
• Knowledge of relevant disciplines.
• Project Management experience preferred, with PMI certification preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, well testing, modeling, and programming (Matlab, Python preferred).
• Strong communication skills and English proficiency; additional languages are a plus.
• Ability to prioritize, ensure accuracy, and resolve problems.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements

• Work in office, field, and power plant environments, including remote locations.
• Operate vehicles safely and wear PPE.
• Lift up to 25 lbs and travel up to 30%, including internationally.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing