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Senior Fossil Energy Engineer

TerraNova Energy
Houston
Salary Estimate
USD 120.000 – USD 180.000
Posting Time
7 Mei 2026
Deadline
7 Mei 2027

Job description

Join a leading fossil energy team focused on innovative petroleum and natural resource projects. This role blends engineering rigor with strategic execution to optimize upstream and downstream operations, while advancing safety and environmental stewardship.

As a Senior Fossil Energy Engineer, you will collaborate with geoscientists, process engineers, and operations to deliver projects on time and within budget, leveraging data analytics, simulation, and industry best practices.

Responsibility

  • Lead planning and execution of fossil energy projects from concept to startup, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and optimize reservoir performance models, process simulations, and data-driven decision tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (geoscience, operations, HSE, finance) to align objectives and deliverables.
  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments; identify and mitigate technical and operational risks.
  • Prepare technical reports, investment memos, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and champion best practices in efficiency, emissions reduction, and safety.
  • Mentor junior engineers and participate in hiring, training, and knowledge sharing.

Qualification

  • Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in fossil energy projects (oil, gas, refinery, or power generation).
  • Strong expertise in reservoir engineering, process simulation, and data analytics; proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
  • Knowledge of HSE standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental reporting.
  • Proven project management and cross-functional leadership skills; ability to influence without authority.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Willingness to travel as needed and work in a fast-paced energy environment.

Required Skills

Reservoir Engineering Process Simulation Data Analytics Python MATLAB HSE Compliance Project Management Cross-functional Collaboration

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