JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsible for performing integrated reservoir studies, reserve and economic analyses of exploration, development and acquisition opportunities. This position offers an outstanding opportunity to have a significant role in the growth of an independent E&P company. The successful candidate will be responsible for acquisitions, exploration activities and development drilling programs.
JOB BENEFITS:
Compensation includes industry competitive salary commensurate with experience, performance incentives, plus medical and dental benefits, 401(k), etc. Details are available upon application.
QualificationsJOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Petroleum Engineering
- 2+ years industry experience with unconventional oil and gas reservoirs, particularly tight sands and shales in the following areas: Permian (Delaware) Basin, South Texas (Eagle Ford) and East Texas/North Louisiana (Haynesville/Cotton Valley)
- Registered professional engineer (or in process) with knowledge of reserves analysis under SEC guidelines is a plus
- Ability to predict reserves/production profiles and perform economic evaluation of exploration and development drilling projects, acquisitions and divestitures
- Background in reservoir fluid flow and reservoir modeling
- Experience with production/nodal and pressure transient analysis to optimize production
- Experience with well completions and hydraulic fracture stimulation methods
- Petrophysical (open hole log and advanced core analysis) skills are a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to work within a multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Independent, self-motivated, creative and results-oriented
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering
- At least 2 years of industry experience with unconventional oil and gas reservoirs, particularly tight sands and shales
- Experience with Permian Delaware Basin, South Texas Eagle Ford, or East Texas/North Louisiana Haynesville and Cotton Valley reservoirs
- Ability to predict reserves and production profiles
- Ability to perform economic evaluations of exploration and development drilling projects, acquisitions, and divestitures
- Background in reservoir fluid flow and reservoir modeling
- Experience with production and nodal analysis and pressure transient analysis
- Experience with well completions and hydraulic fracture stimulation methods
- Registered Professional Engineer or currently pursuing registration
- Knowledge of reserves analysis under SEC guidelines
- Petrophysical skills, including open-hole log and advanced core analysis
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Independent, self-motivated, creative, and results-oriented
What We Do
Matador Resources Company (“Matador”) is a Dallas-based, well established, publicly traded.
