Computational R&D Geoscientist

About us

Eden is a leader in sustainable natural resource recovery. We break rocks with electricity to maximize subsurface permeability. We believe that a more sustainable approach to natural resource recovery is critical to creating a carbon-neutral future. Our groundbreaking Electrical Reservoir Stimulation technology has the power to achieve precise fracture permeability enhancement, while preventing the high-water consumption and environmental risks associated with traditional hydraulic fracturing operations. With backing from public and private institutions, our next-generation rock permeability enhancement technology is being demonstrated in multiple geologies across the world. We are working with industry leaders in geothermal energy, geologic hydrogen, carbon storage, and mining to redefine how we recover Earth’s natural resources.

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Computational R&D Geoscientist to help us investigate key thermo-hydro-mechanical-chemical processes involved during electro-stimulation of geological reservoirs. The role requires deep understanding of THMC physics related to underground reservoirs; experience with advanced numerical methods; and a curiosity-driven mindset. You will collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and scientists to support on-going research programs and expand the IP of the company.

Tasks:

• Conduct numerical modeling of coupled thermal-hydraulic-mechanical-chemical (THMC) processes.
• Model coupled processes, including multi-phase flow, electrodynamics, poroelasticity, and reactive transport in porous media, under high pressure and temperature conditions.
• Development and validation of new algorithms and testing and extension of existing numerical codes.
• Willingness to learn and share knowledge and challenges to benefit the team.
• Prepare and present project updates, technical presentations and reports.
• Prepare governmental reports, funding proposals, research papers, presentations, etc.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• M.S. in rock mechanics, petroleum engineering, geothermal engineering, reservoir engineering, applied mathematics, computer sciences, or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of numerical simulation experience (including research work completed during M.S./Ph.D. degree).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to make technically sound recommendations with incomplete information.
• Demonstrated ability to initiative taking, communicate and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Eligible to work in the US without immediate sponsorship (F1 OPT, J1 AT are OK).

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. in rock mechanics, petroleum engineering, geothermal engineering, reservoir engineering, applied mathematics, computer sciences, or equivalent discipline.
• 5+ years of numerical simulation experience (including research work completed during M.S./Ph.D. degree).
• Demonstrated record of programming skills in Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, C/C++.
• Ability to conduct reservoir simulation studies including data analysis, model construction, history matching, calibration and prediction.
• Expertise in modeling and analysis of coupled THMC processes in geological media.
• Expertise in reactive transport modeling.
• Experience running the Tough family code (TOUGH3, TOUGHREACT, TReactMech) and/or MOOSE.
• Excellent written and presentation skills, initiative, problem solver, and team player.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision.

• Paid Time Off – Federal Holidays, Thanksgiving Holidays, Christmas and New Year, and vacation days.
• Sick days, bereavement time.
• Bonuses based on performance.

Eden is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability that requires accommodation, please let us know by emailing admin (at) edengeopower.com