Stronghold Investment Management (“Stronghold,” “SIM,” or “the Firm”) is a technology-driven, vertically integrated investment manager focused on real-assets and related private markets. Stronghold seeks to deliver best-in-class risk-adjusted returns through an investment framework that features comparatively rapid transaction velocity, deep technical expertise, creative financial structuring, and objective and algorithmic decision making.
Stronghold was founded by Ryan Turner in 2016 and has deployed over $1.6 billion in capital across 10+ investment vehicles.
Ultimately, Stronghold intends to apply its technology-intensive investment approach to a variety of specialist real assets verticals, including:
- Oil & Gas
- Renewables
- Specialty Real Estate (commercial, datacenters, marinas)
- Telecommunications and Technology Infrastructure
- Billboards and Fixtures
- Mining & other commodities
- Utilities
- Secondaries
Senior Reservoir Engineer – Stronghold Investment Management
Location: Dallas, TX
Company: Stronghold Investment Management
Employment Type: Full-Time
Why Join Us?
- Shape the Strategy: Play a key role in driving investment decisions, optimizing operational efficiency, and maximizing long-term asset growth within a high-value oil & gas portfolio.
- Private Equity Exposure: Work alongside top-tier investors and financial strategists, gaining experience beyond traditional asset management roles.
- Fast-Tracked Career Growth: Step into a leadership role where you can shape acquisition strategies, optimize multi-million-dollar assets, and accelerate your career trajectory.
- Incentive-Based Compensation: Competitive base salary with performance-driven bonuses tied to asset performance and financial returns.
The Role: Senior Reservoir Engineer
You will serve as a technical lead for reservoir engineering across Stronghold’s operated and non-operated oil & gas assets. In this role, you will provide rigorous subsurface analysis, production forecasting, and reserve valuations that drive strategic decision-making across acquisitions, divestitures, and field development plans.
This role blends technical mastery with business acumen—you’re not just evaluating wells, you’re shaping Stronghold’s investment decisions.
What You’ll Do
- Reservoir Analysis & Modeling
Conduct reservoir studies, decline curve analysis, production forecasting, and economic evaluations to support investment decisions. - Reserves & Valuations
Quantify reserves and resources in accordance with SEC and SPE-PRMS standards. Deliver defensible valuations for acquisitions, divestitures, and internal reporting. - Technical Due Diligence
Evaluate PDP, PUD, and upside potential on deal flow. Build reservoir models and workflows that inform pricing strategies and risk analysis. - Field Development Optimization
Collaborate with asset management and operations to guide drilling, completions, and enhanced recovery strategies aligned with maximizing NPV. - Data-Driven Decision Making
Apply machine learning, advanced analytics, and simulation techniques to streamline reservoir performance insights. - Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with geologists, production engineers, finance, and executive leadership to align reservoir performance with portfolio strategy.
What You Bring
- 7–10 years of reservoir engineering or upstream technical experience with exposure to capital planning and A&D.
- Bachelor’s in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Strong grasp of reservoir simulation, pressure transient analysis (PTA/RTA), decline curve analysis, and fluid modeling.
- Proficiency in evaluating unconventional reservoirs—Permian Basin experience required; Haynesville, Eagle Ford, and Bakken a plus.
- Demonstrated success in reserves estimation, production optimization, and asset valuation.
- Strong command of engineering software and programming tools:
- Python (NumPy, Pandas, scikit-learn) – Medium to Advanced
- SQL – Basic to Medium
- Spotfire or Tableau – Medium to Advanced
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to distill complex technical data into actionable business insights.
- Experience in private equity-backed environments or fast-paced investment firms preferred.
Why Now?
Stronghold is actively expanding its upstream energy platform, and this is a pivotal moment to join. As a Senior Reservoir Engineer, your work will directly shape how hundreds of millions in capital are deployed. This is not just an engineering role—it’s a front-row seat to the investment process, where your expertise turns into action and upside.
Why work at Stronghold?
At Stronghold, we strive to create a workplace that is not only rewarding but also satisfying. We believe our employees are the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to providing them with an environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential. When you choose to work with us, you'll be joining a team of highly talented professionals who are passionate about what they do and dedicated to bringing technology expertise to our domain. We value innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence, and we provide our employees with the resources and support they need to succeed. If you're looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, we invite you to apply.
Benefits
- Market-competitive compensation
- Fully paid benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
- Fully Funded HSA (with HDHP)
- 401k + Match
- Company sponsored LTD, STD, life insurance and AD&D
- Generous PTO policy
- 15 company recognized holidays
- Class A offices in prime locations
- Parental Leave
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stronghold Investment Management is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, where individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply and embrace the unique contributions they can bring to our organization.
Full compensation packages are based on candidate experience and certifications.
Salary Range
$150,000—$180,000 USD
Total Compensation Range
$200,000—$250,000 USD
Top Skills
What We Do
Stronghold Investment Management is an investment manager, focused on energy and natural resources, fortified by an experienced operating and technical team.
Stronghold pursues opportunistic investments, partnering with companies and entrepreneurs seeking capital as well as other investment managers. We identify investments with attractive risk-reward profiles and manage them through their life cycle.
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