Reservoir Simulation Engineer – ExxonMobil | Bengaluru, India
Job Description
Summary
ExxonMobil is hiring a Reservoir Simulation Engineer in Bengaluru to support its global upstream portfolio, including Deepwater, Conventional, Heavy Oil, Unconventional, and Carbon Storage assets. This role involves building high-fidelity reservoir models, performing dynamic performance forecasts, and providing technical insights for strategic decisions in production, reservoir management, and carbon storage initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in reservoir simulation, petroleum engineering, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and programming with tools like Eclipse, Petrel RE, Intersect, CMG, MATLAB, or Python.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Reservoir Simulation Engineer – ExxonMobil |
|---|---|
| Company | ExxonMobil |
| Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Industry | Oil & Gas, Upstream, Reservoir Simulation |
| Experience | Minimum 3 years in upstream oil & gas or reservoir simulation |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering (GPA 7.0+) |
| Shift | Full-Time |
| Key Skills/Tools | Reservoir simulation, CFD, Eclipse, Petrel RE, Intersect, CMG, MATLAB, Python, Power BI, Tableau |
| Travel | As required for global project collaboration |
Responsibilities
Reservoir Modeling & Simulation
- Conduct reservoir simulation studies to support Deepwater, Conventional, Heavy Oil, Unconventional, and Carbon Storage assets.
- Integrate geologic, reservoir, and production data into robust reservoir models.
- Perform history-matching and dynamic performance forecasting using calibrated models.
- Quantify subsurface uncertainties using multi-scenario modeling techniques.
Data Analysis & QA/QC
- Conduct data QA/QC, correct anomalies, and identify trends for accurate reservoir predictions.
- Provide technical inputs for workovers, infill drilling, facility capacity, field development, and reserve estimation.
Collaboration & Technical Support
- Work with geologists, wells/completion engineers, data scientists, and petrophysicists to ensure accurate uncertainty ranges are presented to management.
- Prepare technical reports and communicate simulation insights to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support the enhancement of reservoir simulation workflows, tools, and technologies.
Skills and Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum, Chemical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering (GPA 7.0+).
- Minimum 3 years of upstream oil & gas experience, including reservoir simulation.
- Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making.
- Knowledge of reservoir engineering concepts, fluid mechanics, porous media flow, and CFD.
- Hands-on experience with proprietary or vendor engineering analysis tools relevant to reservoir studies.
Preferred:
- Experience with Eclipse, Petrel RE, Intersect, or CMG reservoir simulation software.
- Programming experience in MATLAB, C, or Python.
- Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, data science, and machine learning for advanced analysis.
- Mentorship and team leadership experience.
Benefits of Working at ExxonMobil
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Comprehensive medical, maternity, life, and accidental death coverage.
- Retirement plans and global networking opportunities.
- Annual vacations, holidays, and professional development programs.
- Workplace flexibility, relocation support, and transportation facilities.
Why Join ExxonMobil?
As a Reservoir Simulation Engineer, you will be at the forefront of advanced reservoir modeling and simulation, supporting strategic upstream operations and carbon storage initiatives. This role provides opportunities to lead research, innovate solutions, and influence global reservoir management decisions while collaborating with world-class multidisciplinary teams.
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