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Subsurface & Wells Subject Matter Expert (SME)
- Hiring from
- Netherlands
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Posted
- Oct 3, 2026
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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.
Required Skills & Experience
Domain Expertise (Oil & Gas)
CGI is one of the world’s largest IT consulting companies. In the Netherlands, we work on impactful projects for, among others, governments, banks, and organizations in infrastructure, energy, and industry—projects 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:
We will contact you as soon as possible.
Do you have questions about the role? Contact Faisel Kioe A Sen, Director Consulting Services, at faisel.kioe.a.sen@cgi.com.
For questions about the application process, you can contact Nick Damen, Recruitment Business Partner, at nick.damen@cgi.com.
We do not work with external recruitment agencies. Unsolicited acquisition is therefore not appreciated.
Your future duties and responsibilities
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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.
Required Skills & Experience
Domain Expertise (Oil & Gas)
- Deep understanding of subsurface and wells disciplines, including:
- Seismic processing and interpretation (2D / 3D / 4D)
- Geological and reservoir modelling
- Reservoir simulation and optimisation
- Wells engineering (planning, drilling, completions)
- Production operations and surveillance
- **WRFM** and integrated asset workflows
- Strong understanding of upstream decision-making and value drivers
- Experience with subsurface and wells applications such as:
- Petrel, OpenWorks, DecisionSpace (or equivalents)
- Reservoir simulation tools
- Production and surveillance systems
- Familiarity with subsurface data standards and ecosystems
- Exposure to OSDU concepts and digital subsurface platforms is a strong advantage
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
CGI is one of the world’s largest IT consulting companies. In the Netherlands, we work on impactful projects for, among others, governments, banks, and organizations in infrastructure, energy, and industry—projects 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
We will contact you as soon as possible.
Do you have questions about the role? Contact Faisel Kioe A Sen, Director Consulting Services, at faisel.kioe.a.sen@cgi.com.
For questions about the application process, you can contact Nick Damen, Recruitment Business Partner, at nick.damen@cgi.com.
We do not work with external recruitment agencies. Unsolicited acquisition is therefore not appreciated.
Your future duties and responsibilities
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.