Petroleum Engineer Jobs
Petroleum Engineer jobs are open across oil and gas production, energy services, and oilfield consulting, from entry-level to principal and staff engineer, with specializations in reservoir, drilling, and completions engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Req ID: 78919
Location: Dallas -DAL
Areas of Interest: Oil & Gas/Mineral Management
Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available
Application Deadline: 12/05/2026
BOK Financial Corporation Group includes BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc. and BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. BOKF, NA operates TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas and BOK Financial®.
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Summary
If you are looking for a job that combines a passion for innovation, an opportunity for growth, and a culture of teamwork, then you've come to the right place. We have an exciting opportunity awaiting someone like you!
Job Description
The Sr. Petroleum Engineer is primarily responsible for complex evaluations of oil and gas producing properties along with gas processing facilities; determines their present worth value, loan value and loan repayment capacity; relates the results of the appraisals to the Account Managers in order to determine collateral value for each. Provides supervision and guidance of Engineering Department personnel.
Team Culture
You will work in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting environment. At times, you'll work independently, while other times, you'll engage with your team. Self-motivation is key.
How You'll Spend Your Time
- You will perform complex analysis of individual well historical performance and processing facilities using petroleum economics software (PHDWin 3.0 or Aries).
- You will prepare engineering data for input into computer systems to run an economic analysis of oil/gas properties and processing systems.
- You will calculate loan value, the half-life of properties, and other required loan data.
- You will review outside engineering reports and company product sales, income and expense reports.
- You will utilize and maintain commercial online databases (IHS) and software applications used primarily by the engineering department.
- You will perform independent research and studies relating to oil and gas prices and reserve trends.
Education & Experience Requirements
The required level of knowledge is normally acquired through a Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering and 10+ years’ experience in oil and gas industry; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: PE Certification.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of oil and gas production and terminology,
- Extensive knowledge of oil and gas economics
- Extensive knowledge of petroleum economics software analysis (i.e. PHDWin 3.0 preferred and Aries)
- Thorough knowledge of commercial on-line data bases (i.e. IHS)
- General knowledge of commercial loan operations
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to meet with clients, prepare written reports, and generate presentations, as needed
- Excellent PC skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications and databases
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
BOK Financial Corporation Group is a stable and financially strong organization that provides excellent training and development to support building the long term careers of employees. With passion, skill and partnership you can make an impact on the success of the bank, customers and your own career!
Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!
The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Please contact recruiting_coordinators@bokf.com with any questions.
Dallas, TX, US, 75001
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
Job Segment: Bank, Banking, Finance
Req ID: 78919
Location: Dallas -DAL
Areas of Interest: Oil & Gas/Mineral Management
Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available
Application Deadline: 12/05/2026
BOK Financial Corporation Group includes BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc. and BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. BOKF, NA operates TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas and BOK Financial®.
Bonus Type
Summary
If you are looking for a job that combines a passion for innovation, an opportunity for growth, and a culture of teamwork, then you've come to the right place. We have an exciting opportunity awaiting someone like you!
Job Description
The Sr. Petroleum Engineer is primarily responsible for complex evaluations of oil and gas producing properties along with gas processing facilities; determines their present worth value, loan value and loan repayment capacity; relates the results of the appraisals to the Account Managers in order to determine collateral value for each. Provides supervision and guidance of Engineering Department personnel.
Team Culture
You will work in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting environment. At times, you'll work independently, while other times, you'll engage with your team. Self-motivation is key.
How You'll Spend Your Time
- You will perform complex analysis of individual well historical performance and processing facilities using petroleum economics software (PHDWin 3.0 or Aries).
- You will prepare engineering data for input into computer systems to run an economic analysis of oil/gas properties and processing systems.
- You will calculate loan value, the half-life of properties, and other required loan data.
- You will review outside engineering reports and company product sales, income and expense reports.
- You will utilize and maintain commercial online databases (IHS) and software applications used primarily by the engineering department.
- You will perform independent research and studies relating to oil and gas prices and reserve trends.
Education & Experience Requirements
The required level of knowledge is normally acquired through a Bachelor’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering and 10+ years’ experience in oil and gas industry; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: PE Certification.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of oil and gas production and terminology,
- Extensive knowledge of oil and gas economics
- Extensive knowledge of petroleum economics software analysis (i.e. PHDWin 3.0 preferred and Aries)
- Thorough knowledge of commercial on-line data bases (i.e. IHS)
- General knowledge of commercial loan operations
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to meet with clients, prepare written reports, and generate presentations, as needed
- Excellent PC skills including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications and databases
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
BOK Financial Corporation Group is a stable and financially strong organization that provides excellent training and development to support building the long term careers of employees. With passion, skill and partnership you can make an impact on the success of the bank, customers and your own career!
Apply today and take the first step towards your next career opportunity!
The companies in BOK Financial Corporation Group are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.
Please contact recruiting_coordinators@bokf.com with any questions.
Dallas, TX, US, 75001
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
Job Segment: Bank, Banking, Finance
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Who's Hiring
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- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in petroleum engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in reservoir simulation software such as Petrel, Eclipse, or CMG
- Experience with drilling, completion, or production engineering in oil and gas operations
- Familiarity with well log interpretation, petrophysical analysis, or formation evaluation
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards applicable to upstream operations
- Professional Engineer licensure or active progress toward PE certification preferred
Tips for Your Petroleum Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each discipline
Reservoir, drilling, and completions engineers each have distinct technical priorities. Calling out your specific simulation software, well types, or formation experience tells hiring managers you're not a generalist, and that specificity is what gets your resume past initial screening.
List your software certifications explicitly
Employers scan for Petrel, Eclipse, CMG, or WellPlan by name. Don't bury software proficiency in a summary paragraph. Put it in a dedicated technical skills section so it's visible at a glance to both recruiters and automated screening tools.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists petroleum engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show production impact in your bullets
Hiring managers in oil and gas want to see how your work moved the needle on reserves, recovery rates, or well productivity. Reframe your resume bullets around the production or efficiency outcome, not just the task you performed.
Prep for technical case interviews in advance
Many operators and oilfield services companies use case-based interviews where you work through a reservoir or drilling problem on the spot. Practicing IPR curves, material balance equations, or production decline analysis before your interview gives you a real edge.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting
Many petroleum engineer openings require relocation to remote basins or international sites. Confirm what the employer covers before you accept, including housing allowances, transportation, and rotation schedules, so there are no surprises after you sign.
Petroleum Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most petroleum engineers?
The companies hiring the most petroleum engineers right now include Jobot, Rimkus, and BOK Financial, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Oilfield services firms and independent operators tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many petroleum engineer jobs are remote?
About 20% of petroleum engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most upstream roles. Reservoir modeling, economic analysis, and planning-focused positions are most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility compared to drilling and completions roles that require on-site presence.
How do you become a petroleum engineer?
Becoming a petroleum engineer starts with earning a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering or a closely related field such as mechanical or chemical engineering. From there, entry-level candidates typically join an operator or oilfield services company in a rotational or discipline-specific role. Building hands-on experience across drilling, reservoir, or completions engineering, and eventually pursuing a Professional Engineer license, positions you for senior and staff-level advancement.
How do you get hired as a petroleum engineer with little experience?
Entry-level petroleum engineer candidates should lean on internship experience, senior capstone projects, and any exposure to reservoir simulation or well planning software. Targeting oilfield services companies and smaller independent operators increases your odds, as they often hire junior engineers and provide structured on-the-job training. Highlighting coursework in drilling mechanics, fluid flow, or petrophysics helps fill in the experience gap.
What does the petroleum engineer interview process look like?
Most petroleum engineer interviews include a technical screening, a case-based engineering problem, and a behavioral round. The technical portion typically involves reservoir or drilling calculations, software familiarity questions, and scenario-based problem-solving. Some employers add a panel interview with senior engineers before extending an offer. The full process usually runs across two to three rounds over several weeks.
Where can I find and apply to petroleum engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to petroleum engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and career goals.
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