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Global Hire Solutions
Post Office Road, Bournemouth BH1 1BB, UK
Full-time Featured Priority Role Posted Aug 5, 2026

Principal Petroleum Engineer

Hiring Organization Global Hire Solutions (Energy Division)
Location / Mode Aberdeen / North Sea Offshore
Compensation Package Competitive Package + Benefits

Role Overview & Context

Key details and mission of this opportunity.

Seeking a seasoned Principal Petroleum Engineer to lead reservoir simulation, production technology, and field development planning for complex offshore hydrocarbon assets.

Key Responsibilities

Daily focus areas and deliverables for this role.

  • Lead integrated subsurface studies and numerical reservoir simulation models.
  • Formulate field development plans and well placement strategies to maximize ultimate recovery.
  • Collaborate with drilling, completions, and production operations teams.
  • Assess enhanced oil recovery (EOR) mechanisms and offshore production optimization.

Candidate Requirements & Skills

Desired qualifications, background, and capabilities.

  • B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
  • 10+ years of reservoir and production engineering experience in upstream offshore operations.
  • Proficiency in Petrel, Eclipse, Prosper, and GAP software.
  • Current BOSIET / FOET offshore survival certification.

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Opportunity Summary

Salary & Compensation Competitive Package + Benefits
Work Location Aberdeen / North Sea Offshore
Employment Type Full-time
Pipeline Status Actively Hiring
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