Subsurface & Wells Subject Matter Expert (SME)
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Job Location:
Amsterdam - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description:
We are seeking a Subsurface & Wells Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep end-to-end knowledge of the Oil & Gas upstream workflow. This role provides domain leadership across subsurface and wells disciplines supporting digital data and technology initiatives with strong business and technical context.
The SME will bring expertise spanning seismic imaging and interpretation geological and reservoir modelling wells design and execution production optimisation and WRFM (Wells Reservoirs Facilities Management) acting as a bridge between subsurface professionals and digital data and engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
Subsurface & Wells Domain Leadership
-Provide expert guidance across the full upstream lifecycle from exploration through production
-Act as a trusted advisor on subsurface and wells workflows data and decision-making
-Ensure domain correctness and relevance of digital data and analytics initiatives
-Support value framing and prioritisation of subsurface and wells use cases
End-to-End Upstream Workflow Expertise
-Exploration and appraisal workflows including seismic acquisition processing and interpretation
-Geological modelling static and dynamic reservoir modelling
-Reservoir engineering simulation and optimisation
-Wells planning drilling completions and well integrity
-Production operations surveillance and optimisation
-Integrated **WRFM** workflows across wells reservoirs and facilities
Digital & Data Enablement
-Support translation of subsurface and wells requirements into digital and data solutions
-Collaborate with data engineers data scientists and solution architects
-Contribute to design and validation of analytics AI and decision-support solutions
-Ensure alignment with platforms such as OSDU and subsurface application ecosystems
Stakeholder Engagement & Governance
-Engage with geoscientists wells engineers production engineers and leadership
-Support governance standards and best practices across subsurface and wells domains
-Contribute to workshops reviews and decision forums
-Mentor and support less experienced domain specialists
Required Skills & Experience
Domain Expertise (Oil & Gas)
-Deep understanding of subsurface and wells disciplines including:
oSeismic processing and interpretation (2D / 3D / 4D)
oGeological and reservoir modelling
oReservoir simulation and optimisation
oWells engineering (planning drilling completions)
oProduction operations and surveillance
o**WRFM** and integrated asset workflows
-Strong understanding of upstream decision-making and value drivers
Tools & Platforms
-Experience with subsurface and wells applications such as:
oPetrel OpenWorks DecisionSpace (or equivalents)
oReservoir simulation tools
oProduction and surveillance systems
oFamiliarity with subsurface data standards and ecosystems
-Exposure to OSDU concepts and digital subsurface platforms is a strong advantage
Digital & Data Literacy
-Ability to work effectively with data analytics and AI teams
-Understanding of data-driven workflows analytics and optimisation approaches
-Comfortable operating in digital transformation and innovation contexts
Soft Skills & Competencies
-Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
-Ability to operate at both strategic and detailed levels
-Collaborative and pragmatic mindset
-Credibility with subsurface and wells professionals
-Ability to challenge and guide constructively
Education & Background
-Degree in Geoscience Petroleum Engineering Reservoir Engineering or a related discipline
-Typically 10-15 years of experience in upstream Oil & Gas roles
-Proven experience working across multiple subsurface and wells disciplines
-Experience in integrated asset teams and complex operating environments
Nice to Have
-Experience with Shell or other major IOC operating models
-Involvement in digital subsurface or OSDU-related programmes
-Exposure to portfolio management asset planning or decision analysis
-Experience supporting innovation POCs or technology scale-up
Why CGI
CGI is one of the worlds largest IT consulting the Netherlands we work on impactful projects for among others governments banks and organizations in infrastructure energy and industryprojects that affect the daily lives of millions of people. We combine local involvement with global expertise and work in small self-managing teams where diversity and inclusion are central. We look forward to your contribution to our team.
What we offer you
At CGI we combine challenging projects with excellent employment conditions:
-A permanent contract from the start
-A competitive salary aligned with your seniority
-8% holiday allowance
-Bonus and profit-sharing scheme
-20 statutory and 5 additional vacation days
-Lease budget / mobility budget
-NS Business Card
-Bicycle plan via CGI
-Option to invest in CGI shares
-Health insurance allowance of 116.35 gross per month
-40 net work-from-home allowance per month
-A solid pension scheme
-Hybrid working
Join our team of experts and apply now!
We will contact you as soon as possible.
Do you have questions about the role Contact Faisel Kioe A Sen Director Consulting Services at
For questions about the application process you can contact Nick Damen Recruitment Business Partner at
We do not work with external recruitment agencies. Unsolicited acquisition is therefore not appreciated.
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