Subsurface Engineering Analyst

Position Summary

Chord Energy is seeking a motivated and skilled Non-Operated Engineering Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using Python to automate workflows, capable of running a monthly accrual process, and have a strong background in data analysis and engineering principles. This role involves collaborating with engineers, geologists, landmen, corporate planning, and accounting to streamline operations, enhance data accuracy, and support decision-making processes. This position is located in downtown Houston, TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary commensurate with background and experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, implement, and maintain Python scripts to automate various engineering and non-op workflows, improving efficiency and reducing manual efforts

• Execute and manage the monthly non-op accrual process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from non-operated assets to support engineering and operational decisions

• Generate reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively

• Work closely with engineering, finance, and operations teams to understand requirements, gather data, and provide insights

• Foster strong working relationships across departments

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and optimization

• Propose and implement solutions to enhance workflow efficiency and data accuracy

• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for automated processes and systems

• Ensure the reliability and integrity of automated workflows

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all automated processes, data analyses, and reporting procedures

• Ensure knowledge transfer and continuity

• Maintain and manage non-operated budget database and track targets versus actuals for key components

• Responsible for trend analysis of information related to well performance drivers

• Prepare quarterly presentation material for senior leadership

• Prepare & maintain Aries databases

• Support reporting of the company's reserves annually to the SEC, EIA, and semi-annually to the banks

• Coordinate the gathering and analysis of data used in reserves determinations (LOE, capital, ownership, pricing, etc.)

• Prepare inputs and ensure consistency of coding in Aries

• Run reserves economics and compile results summaries as needed (balance sheet, waterfalls of reserves changes by type, various metrics, etc.)

• Assist with reserves runs for other purposes as needed (impairment tests, acquisitions, divestitures, etc.)

• Perform and report basin activity surveillance for competitor intelligence and benchmarking

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the position Incumbents will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

• Five (5) years experience in relevant roles

• Experienced with common reservoir engineering workflows

• Advanced Excel, Access, and PowerPoint skills

• Advanced knowledge of petroleum economics and economic applications

• Advanced data management and database skills

• Intermediate Spotfire skills

• Proficiency in Python for automation and data analysis.

• Ability to perform complex analysis and formulate recommendations

• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

• Self-starter and process oriented

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment; flexible with the demands of a growing company

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eight (8) years experience of E&P

• Currently in a Reservoir Engineering / Technician role

• Decline curve analysis experience

• Aries, SQL, and Snowflake experience

• Working knowledge of general petroleum engineering principles

• Working knowledge of lower 48 unconventional basins

• Working knowledge of oil and gas well life cycle

• Experience with machine learning workflows

• Experience with financial accrual processes and reporting.

• Advanced Spotfire skills

• Advanced Python skills

EEO Statement:

Chord Energy does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.