Senior Petroleum Engineer

Discover your future at Tenaz Energy – where innovation meets impact
At Tenaz Energy Netherlands, we are at the forefront of a meaningful energy transition. Driven by innovation, collaboration, and a strong focus on sustainability, we are building a future where energy is generated and used in smarter, cleaner, and more responsible ways. Our growth strategy is ambitious and offers plenty of opportunities for professionals who want to contribute to impactful projects. Whether you're an experienced expert or just starting your career, Tenaz gives you the space to grow, learn, and truly make a difference.

Why Tenaz?

• Work with a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration.
• Contribute to projects that shape the future of energy.
• Develop yourself continuously in a culture of trust and professional growth.

Ready to help shape the energy future of the Netherlands?

Check out our current vacancies for Senior Petroleum Engineer and discover how your talent fits our mission. Together, we’re making energy more powerful, sustainable, and future-proof.

In support of its current business and future growth the company is seeking an experienced petroleum engineer. The petroleum engineer is to optimize value through optimization of reservoir recovery for existing wells and unlocking new volumes with exploration wells and infill wells. The petroleum engineer will closely collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and deliver high-quality opportunities and ensure alignment with business objectives. The multidisciplinary team comprises of Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Well Engineering, Front End Engineering, Projects, Process Engineering, Production Operations and Commercial disciplines.

Primary responsibilities

• Perform production forecasting for the purpose of hydrocarbon maturation, reserves
  estimation and business plan.
• Maintain and run the Integrated Production System Models (Petex, Eclipse).
• Provide support with the identification, maturation and prioritization of new
  opportunities. This includes safety critical elements such as pore pressure prediction.
• Actively participate in Production Optimization & Growth activities, such as Field
  Performance Reviews.
• Be responsible for "winningsplan" and "winningsvergunning" (production plan and
  license) renewals and submissions. Provide input into other license applications and
  renewals (e.g. “omgevingsvergunningen”).
• Represent subsurface at technical partner meetings (TCM's).
• Report reserves estimation and forecasting to regulators, governmental and industry
  parties.

Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes. Evaluate and adopt innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance analyses and decision making.

Education and experience

• A University Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent; preferably at MSc or PhD level.
• 10+ years of experience in petroleum engineering within the oil and gas industry,
  preferably in exploration, field development and production optimization.
• Strong expertise in petroleum engineering evaluation techniques and simulation
  modelling, with exposure towards field development planning and reservoir
  surveillance.
• The ability to pick up existing models, be pragmatic, and to oversee the gas/oil
  production chain from reservoir to sales point.
• Knowledge of Dutch regulatory frameworks and experience engaging with partners and
  regulators is a plus.

Attributes and Characteristics

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive and innovative mindset with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Commitment to HSSE standards and practices in all activities.

Country of work location:
Netherlands

Work location:
Assen/Groningen office (primary)

Expected Start Date:
January 2026

What do you get from us?

• A salary in JG3 gross per month based on a full-time position.
• In addition, you'll receive a fixed 13th (holiday) and 14th month salary.
• You are eligible for a bonus structure.
• Shares in the company (employee shares)
• A permanent contract.
• An excellent pension plan with a small personal contribution of 2% according to the new pension law legislation.
• A minimum of 20 up to 40 vacation days based on age group and a full-time position.
• Extensive opportunities to take courses/training programs.