Development Engineer

QB Energy • Denver, CO

2d • $175,000 - $209,000 • Onsite

About The Position

QB Energy is seeking a highly motivated Development Engineer to play a pivotal role in managing reservoir development projects from planning through execution, working closely with multiple disciplines including engineers and geoscientists. This role plays a vital part in optimizing field development and recovery strategies for a multibillion-dollar development program in the Piceance Basin. As part of our commitment to growth, we aim to solidify our position as a leading technical and performance-driven force in the Basin; and this exciting role presents the chance to tackle complex, high-impact assessments, driving meaningful results. Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where teamwork, resilience, and a dedication to excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering or a related engineering discipline is required.
• 8-15+ years of experience in reservoir engineering with a strong focus on field development and execution.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with diverse teams, and demonstrate strong leadership to drive successful outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated track record of applying advanced reservoir engineering principles, integrated subsurface analysis, and project‑focused decision making to deliver optimized development plans and measurable improvements in field performance.
• Proficient in Combo Curve/ARIES, Scheduling tools, Excel, Spotfire, Data analytics, Machine Learning

Responsibilities

• Leads the coordination, planning, and execution of field development programs, ensuring reservoir performance is optimized and subsurface understanding is effectively translated into project delivery.
• Leads and facilitates permitting multi-pads areas to support long-term development schedule
• Provides reservoir engineering leadership for drilling and completions activities, including Pad site selection, development concepts, and depletion strategies.
• Collaborates closely with subsurface teams (reservoir engineering and geoscience), drilling, completions, production, and regulatory groups to deliver development plans that are technically robust, economically sound, and aligned with corporate objectives.
• Supports regulatory submissions for drilling and completion permits and ensure reservoir engineering considerations meet regulatory and environmental requirements.
• Demonstrates strong cross‑functional collaboration and technical rigor, consistently converting reservoir insights into actionable development strategies that balance capital efficiency, operational constraints, and long‑term asset value.

Benefits

• Medical Plan: QB Energy offers multiple medical plans to choose from Lowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employees and dependents
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D covered by QB Energy
• 401k plan: QB Energy matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 6% of compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Paid parking or RTD pass
• Onsite gym
• Cellphone reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level