Senior Petroleum Engineer

Aker BP aims to be the exploration and production company of the future by transforming the way we work and operate. We are setting new standards by focusing on safe production and low emissions in the oil and gas industry.

We have big plans- do you want to join us?

This position is part of Exploration and Reservoir Development in Aker BP, either as a part of our operated assets, our new large Yggdrasil development or in our central Petroleum Engineering Excellence unit.

Typical work tasks can be:

• Plan/use our surveillance system to optimise production and injection.
• Identify and evaluate new production opportunities to maximise value creation.
• Design well completions for best possible production and injection.
• Contribute to development of new technology to improve our business.
• Digitalise our petroleum system optimisation.

Skills and qualifications:

• Master's degree within Petroleum or similar. Relevant experience can compensate for education.
• Minimum 10 years' experience within petroleum engineering; field development or operations support.
• Experienced practitioner: software proficient but with analytical skills to understand the limitations of the simulations.

We think you will thrive in Aker BP if this resonates with you:

• Our SAFER values are the foundation for everything we do. Working with us means identifying with being Seekers, Accountable, Foreseeable, Engaged and Respectful.
• Cooperation is the very core of Aker BP. Working with us means wanting to be part of our ONETEAM-culture.
• At Aker BP, we put safety first. When working with us, we expect you to do the same.
• We make our decisions based on data, which is why you must be analytical and see the bigger picture.
• We constantly strive to help each other improve. If you are a good communicator, we will work well together.

Our commitment to you:

• We want you to develop. That's why we are committed to providing you with varied experience and enhancing your expertise so you can build a CV for the future!
• We will offer you a competitive salary, an opportunity to earn bonuses, a share savings program, and a good pension scheme.
• We know that good health and a good work-life balance are key factors for job satisfaction. That's why we have good cafeterias, work-out facilities, and flexibility – in working hours and work location.
• We are convinced diversity is an important element for success, and everyone in Aker BP should feel involved, included, and respected.
• If something should happen to you, we will make sure you get help from the company health service and our insurance programs.
• Our offices have a focus on universal design – available and inclusive for all.

Location(s): Oslo, Stavanger, or Trondheim. Please specify your preferred location in your application.

Application deadline: 04.12.2024.

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. We ask that you enclose your diploma/grade transcript with your application. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP.

Contact information: Yngve H. Belsvik, Subsurface Manager, Petroleum Excellence, yngve.h.belsvik@akerbp.com.

Om Aker BP

Aker BP is a company engaged in exploration, field development and production of oil and gas on the Norwegian continental shelf. The company operates six field centres: Alvheim, Ivar Aasen, Skarv, Edvard Grieg, Ula and Valhall, and is a partner in the Johan Sverdrup field.

Our headquarter is in Fornebu, outside of Oslo, and we have offices in Stavanger, Trondheim, Harstad and Sandnessjøen.