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Find Reservoir Engineer jobs that match your expertise on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Reservoir engineers help energy companies understand and manage underground oil and gas resources, using technical analysis to guide development and production decisions.

What Does a Reservoir Engineer Do?

Reservoir engineers evaluate subsurface formations and estimate how much recoverable oil or gas they contain. They analyze geological, production, and pressure data; build reservoir models; forecast performance; and recommend strategies to improve recovery while balancing cost, safety, and operational considerations. Their work often involves collaboration with geoscientists, drilling and production engineers, and business teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in petroleum engineering or a related discipline, along with experience interpreting reservoir data and applying engineering principles. Useful capabilities include reservoir simulation, production forecasting, well performance analysis, pressure-transient analysis, and proficiency with industry software and data tools. Clear communication and cross-functional problem-solving are also valuable.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Reservoir engineers may specialize in field development, reserves evaluation, reservoir simulation, enhanced oil recovery, or production optimization. With experience, professionals can advance into senior engineering, technical leadership, asset management, or consulting roles. Opportunities and requirements vary by employer, location, and energy market.

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Browse Reservoir Engineer openings and discover opportunities designed for experienced professionals. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you search for roles that align with your skills, experience, and career goals.

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$147K - $195K *

Lead and optimize geotechnical projects in dam and mine waste infrastructure, providing technical expertise and business growth. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, sustainable de...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$147K - $195K *

Drive impactful geotechnical solutions in dam and mine waste infrastructure. Lead multidisciplinary teams through project lifecycles, enhancing technical excellence and client relationships while ment...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform engineering concepts into reality by designing, estimating, and managing projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while delivering innovative sol...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing package procurement engineering, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications while collaborating effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, and cross-func...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative design solutions for medium- and low-voltage systems, ensuring quality and compliance in electrical engineering projects within aerospace applications as a Principal Engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading complex pipeline engineering projects. Drive technical excellence and regulatory compliance while mentoring teams and interfacing with clients and stakeholders to ensure...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Optimize project completions by leading a dedicated team through commissioning phases. Ensure systematic verification checks, manage safety compliance, and enhance documentation processes for a seamle...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex engineering projects by leading piping design, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver on-time results and technical excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $140K *

Engage with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful water/wastewater design solutions, managing projects from planning through construction and ensuring compliance with regulations and quality st...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Engineer innovative water resource solutions, leading hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for diverse projects. Collaborate with clients and agencies while mentoring junior staff to ensure successful pr...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Develop innovative electrical designs for large-scale industrial plants, ensuring compliance with standards and project specifications. Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver opti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead geotechnical engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior staff and fostering client relationships. Drive project success through technical expertise in foundation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative civil/structural systems, creating detailed drawings, and collaborating with engineers to enhance project outcomes while ensuring compliance with industry s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of EPC contracts throughout their lifecycle, managing strategy, execution, and claims for major capital projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal commercial outcomes and mentor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Optimize environmental assessments and water quality projects by leveraging your expertise in geochemistry and mining. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulations while enhanci...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in advancing environmental solutions through expert geochemistry and water quality assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project outcomes in the mining sec...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative geochemical and water quality projects, enhancing environmental assessments and permitting for mining. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive impactful solutions and expand...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate environmental standards by leading geochemical and water quality projects in mining. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and promote sustainability while managing cli...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Inspire change by leveraging your expertise in geochemistry and water quality to lead impactful mining projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance environmental assessments and promote sustain...

Sidney, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing and optimizing OT/ICS networks for energy systems. As a senior engineer, you'll design network architectures, manage cybersecurity compliance, and collaborate with cross-fu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $146K *

Elevate technical execution across utility-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery. Lead project governance, interface with stakeholders, and drive continuous i...

Charlottesville, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $146K *

Join a team that's leading the technical execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects. Drive project success from development to commissioning while ensuring compliance with engineering standa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $155K *

Drive impactful water resource projects by managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing design and permitting processes, and ensuring successful project delivery in stormwater management and ecologica...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $155K *

Manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver stormwater and river restoration projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing project scopes, schedules, and budgets for successfu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a reservoir engineer do?question toggle

    A reservoir engineer analyzes subsurface and production data to estimate resource potential, forecast output, and recommend development or recovery strategies.

  • What qualifications are typically required for reservoir engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering or a related field, plus relevant experience with reservoir analysis, modeling, or production data. Specific requirements vary by employer and position.

  • Which skills are important for reservoir engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include reservoir simulation, production forecasting, well performance analysis, data interpretation, engineering software proficiency, and collaboration across technical teams.

  • Where do reservoir engineers work?question toggle

    Reservoir engineers may work for energy producers, service companies, engineering consultancies, or other organizations involved in evaluating and developing subsurface resources.

  • How can I find reservoir engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Reservoir Engineer opportunities and review each listing for compensation, experience, and location details.