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Worker Type: EmployeeGroup: Reservoir Optimization DepartmentJob Post End Date: 09/21/2024About this opportunity:Cenovus is currently looking for a Staff Reservoir Engineer to join the Thermal Reservoir Optimization team in Calgary. Working with Reservoir Optimization leadership team, you will analyze well and reservoir operating data and implement specific strategies to improve long-term reservoir performance. This is a fast-paced & high-accountability environment, where you will play a key role in support of Cenovus\xe2\x80\x99 thermal growth plans.Members of the Reservoir Optimization team are primarily tasked with optimizing a group of pads while working with a multi-disciplinary team of geoscientists and production engineers. As a supplement to traditional analysis methods, reservoir simulation and history matching work will be required to accurately evaluate some of the opportunities. The team is responsible for optimizing all of Cenovus\xe2\x80\x99 Thermal fields: Foster Creek, Christina Lake, Sunrise, and (12) Lloydminster-area SAGD projects. You will be accountable for pads spanning several of these properties.What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:Work with Pad Teams of geoscientists and production engineers to action opportunities to improve conformance, reduce SOR, increase production/recovery, and minimize impacts of bottom water and thief zones.Coordinate performance evaluations on assigned base pads and mentor less experienced staff on base pads. This includes production comparisons to forecasts, tracking recovery vs time and sharing knowledge of key observations and findings.Develop and history match models to understand and forecast pad performance to identify and evaluate potential benefit optimization opportunitiesEvaluate redrill opportunities on assigned operating pads and develop forecasts and economic evaluations in support of those candidates.Identify and progress studies and field trials to continuously optimize performance in support of operating strategy advancement and technology progression.Continuously refine standards and influence best practices for the broader thermal reservoir communityRepresent the Reservoir Optimization team on multi-discipline task-forces to identify and progress opportunities to improve our operational and financial performance.Who you are:Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum requirements:Must be legally eligible to work in CanadaProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) accredited with APEGA or other Provincial Professional Organization is required12+ years of oil & gas industry experience is requiredPreference for candidates with a minimum 5 years SAGD thermal experience or other enhanced oil recovery experience in a subsurface role (e.g., reservoir, exploitation, or production engineering)Advanced skills in Reservoir Technical Proficiencies with depth of knowledge of multiple subsurface subject areasSolid understanding of reservoir simulation (Cenovus Sapsim, CMG STARS, SLB Intersect, or an equivalent thermal simulation software package) is an assetExperience programming in one or more languages (Python, R, VBA, Matlab, C++, SQL, etc.) is an assetProven record to work collaboratively in a team environment and ability to influence others without formal authorityCommunicates complex information, clearly and concisely to diverse audienceDemonstrated capacity to learn new concepts quickly and drive for continuous improvementModels the values of Cenovus in all interactions and activitiesWe acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT September 20th, 2024.If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email .Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.Who we are:We\xe2\x80\x99re an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans.We\'ve been named a Top Alberta Employer for 2024, a designation recognizing organizations leading their industries in offering exceptional places to work.Find Cenovus on , , , and .For more information, please visitAt Cenovus, we embrace diversity of thought, experience and backgrounds to help us make better business decisions, address our challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel respected, valued and engaged. We strive for a collaborative, physically and psychologically safe environment where you can be yourself, feel a sense of belonging and thrive. For more information, including details on our inclusion and diversity networks, visit Cenovus.com.The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.#LI-CM1NotificationTo be considered for a position, please click Apply and create an account or sign in to your Cenovus Careers profile.Immediately following successful submission of your online application, you will receive an online notification confirming Cenovus\'s receipt of your resume.Only those applicants who apply directly to a posted position and are selected for an interview will be contacted. We will not accept agency or third-party candidate submissions.To follow the status of your application, log in to your Cenovus Careers profile and click on the appropriate job under \xe2\x80\x98My Applications\xe2\x80\x99.Interested in this opportunity? 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