SALARY/POSITION CLASSIFICATION
$139,000+ annual, dependent upon relevant experience, Exempt
40 hours per week
100% Remote Work Availability: Yes
Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): Yes
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Are you ready to apply your expertise in oil and gas exploration and production
to advance economic energy development? Do you have the experience to lead
multidisciplinary teams and translate technical insight into practical solutions
for clients? We’re looking for a Distinguished Oil & Gas Engineer to join our
dynamic team at the Energy & Environmental Research Center (EERC)!
Join the EERC, an international leader in energy and environmental research and
a nonprofit branch of the University of North Dakota (UND), which gives our
employees access to unbeatable benefits and tuition waivers. Learn more about
the EERC at undeerc.org.
Be a part of cutting-edge research, engage with professionals who share your
passion, and create work you can be proud of. As a Distinguished Oil & Gas
Engineer, you will contribute to the success of the organization by performing
one or more of the following:
Work with project teams and EERC clients to inform strategies and implement
solutions that enable prudent and economic production and use of fossil and
renewable energy, reduce the carbon intensity of energy production, and
assist stakeholders in understanding the economic implications of various
pathways.
Work in collaboration with EERC subject matter experts, leadership, and
clients to prepare proposals and budgets and to develop, pursue, and execute
business opportunities that are responsive to client interests.
Assist project managers by working with project teams to ensure work is
successfully completed on time, on budget, and within client expectations.
Effectively and professionally communicate progress and status and
participate in knowledge-sharing with stakeholders, including partaking in or
leading in-person meetings, web meetings, conference calls, and presentations
to stakeholders, and attending or presenting at conferences.
Prepare briefings, technical reports, conference papers, peer-reviewed
journal articles, and outreach materials. Communicate technical results to
clients, stakeholders, the public, and the scientific community.
Significant travel may be required.
The EERC is recognized as a global leader in developing clean, efficient energy
solutions. With a dedicated team, we collaboratively develop innovative
technologies to power the world efficiently while safeguarding our air, water,
and soil. Trusted by over 1300 clients in 53 countries, our mission is to
provide practical, pioneering solutions to the world’s energy and environmental
challenges.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
Motivated, adaptive individual with a positive, goal-oriented attitude
Excel at working both individually and as part of a diverse team
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Knowledge, curiosity, and a passion for learning
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Advanced degree in petroleum engineering, geological engineering, geophysics,
geology or closely related field
15+ years of experience in oil and gas exploration and production (E&P)
operations
10+ years oilfield operations management/supervisory experience
Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) experience with a focus on planning and design of
upstream oil and gas E&P projects
Experience in task management to include planning, oversight, coordination,
project status, and reporting and budget analysis
Cover letter outlining how your qualifications and experience meet the
requirements of the position and highlighting relevant experience in the
field.
Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify
identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required
employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not
support visa sponsorship for continued employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
20+ years of work experience related to oil and gas production.
10+ years of experience in a management role.
Experience conducting reservoir engineering exercises, including reservoir
history matching and/or dynamic simulation of enhanced oil recovery (EOR)
Experience with advanced subsurface reservoir characterization and resource
assessment methodologies and technologies, including the use of
industry-standard reservoir engineering software packages such as Petrel,
Kingdom, and Petra, or other industry-standard reservoir engineering software
packages.
Experience with conducting geophysics work (for example, 3D seismic
interpretation) to support reservoir engineering workflows, including
reservoir property prediction and/or well placement.
Experience with planning, design, costing, execution and evaluation of E&P
operations focused on enhanced oil recovery.
Experience securing external funding for research.
Experience with chemical treatment design, optimization, and troubleshooting
for oil and gas operations.
Experience in oil and gas production optimization and troubleshooting.
TO APPLY
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by October 5, 2026.