Senior Geomechanics Engineer

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

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We are seeking a senior geomechanics engineer to join our consulting team. The position requires executing and leading geo-mechanical projects, developing workflows, and collaborating with other technical professionals in multi-disciplinary projects. The successful candidate will have a solid background in solid/rock mechanics and fluid flow through porous media and will be well familiar with state-of-the-art geo-mechanical analysis packages, including numerical modeling software FLAC3D or ABAQUS. The role will involve performing geo-mechanical analysis related to the full oil field life cycle with primary focus on reservoir geomechanics and also geo-mechanical analysis related to CO2 sequestration, EGS geothermal, and gas/H2 storage feasibility studies.

Position Details:

Responsibilities for this position includes:
  • performing geo-mechanical analysis such as, but not limited to:
- 1D and 3D geo-mechanical modeling

- Wellbore stability analysis

- Sand production analysis using analytical and numerical methods

- Coupled fluid-mechanical simulations

- Fault re-activation, caprock integrity, subsidence and compaction analysis

- Geo-mechanical analysis related to casing damage, junction stability, salt and creep, and thermal analysis

- Salt cavern integrity analysis
  • Interpretation of well and laboratory tests:
- Rock mechanics laboratory test results for rock characterization

- Mini-frac, LOT, XLOT, DFIT test results for field stress estimation
  • Conduct due diligence reviews and independent report work
  • Work closely with Subject Matter Expert and Lead Geomechanics to develop innovative workflows using existing and new technologies to improve project efficiency, and promote geo-mechanical applications portfolio
Required Qualifications:

- Preferred PhD degree in related fields (Geomechanics, civil/mechanical/mining engineering) with minimum 5 years of industry experience, or

- Master\'s degree in civil/mechanical/mining/reservoir engineering with geomechanics / geotechnical / rock mechanics focus and minimum 8 years of industry experience

- Solid background in fundamentals of geomechanics including rock testing and interpretation methods, and geo-mechanical analysis methods and theories

- Knowledge of pore pressure estimation and measurement techniques

- Familiarity with geo-mechanical analysis tools and workflows

- Prior experience in coupled hydro-thermo-mechanical simulations and analysis

- Proficient in numerical simulation software packages (FLAC3D or ABAQUS)

- Good knowledge of reservoir engineering and basic knowledge of drilling and completion practices

- Familiarity and prior experience with reservoir simulation packages is highly preferred

- Familiarity with Python is highly preferred

- Demonstrated strong communication skills, and one who can effectively work in a team environment

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

Location

Al-Qutayat Street, Dubai, Dubai, , United Arab Emirates

Job Details

Requisition Number: 172105
Experience Level: Experienced Hire
Job Family: Engineering/Science/Technology
Product Service Line: Halliburton Consulting
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

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Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

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  • Job Id
    JD1553018
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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