Petroleum Engineer Salary in Council Bluffs, IA

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How much does a Petroleum Engineer make in Council Bluffs, IA? The average Petroleum Engineer salary in Council Bluffs, IA is $103,007 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $95,054 and $113,220. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Reservoir Engineer

Subsurface Consultants & Associates, LLC (SCA) - Denver , CO

Reservoir Engineer needed for a long-term consulting opportunity in Denver, Colorado. The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree in petroleum engineering, 5+ years of reservoir ...

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

Reservoir Engineer (Reserves/Revenue)

Sitio Royalties - Houston , TX

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering required. * 2 - 5 years of Reservoir Engineering experience related to U.S. L48 resource plays is required * Experience in oil and gas reserve ...

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

Production Engineer

X4 Group - Houston , TX

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in production engineering, with a focus on artificial lift systems. * Strong analytical and problem ...

LinkedIn - 25 days ago

Reservoir Engineer

TenOaks Energy Advisors - Dallas , TX

Dallas, TX based oil and gas focused investment banking firm is seeking experienced Petroleum Engineer to support the reservoir engineering / A&D team The Energy Investment Banking Group is primarily ...

LinkedIn - 57 days ago

Operations Engineer

Marlen & Associates - Dallas , TX

Bachelor's in Petroleum Engineering or related degree * Conventional or unconventional knowledge * Relocation will be provided All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment ...

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Reservoir Engineer - Unconventional (3986)

OneSource Professional Search - Katy , TX

MBA a plus * 5+years petroleum engineering experience & 3+ yrs reservoir * Experience in SEC Reserves analysis, Deal Screening, A&D in unconventional reservoirs * Expertise w/ DCA and RTA/PTA ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 57 days ago

What does a Petroleum Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Petroleum Engineer

Prepare production reservoir engineering, fracture stimulation designs, programs and cost estimates.

October 16, 2022

Assist Senior Engineer in auditing of independent third party evaluations, in all key areas of technical due diligence.

November 17, 2022

Developing refinery improvement projects, from conception through start-up, to ensure viability of the refinery.

March 06, 2023

Review the design of the refinery upgrade projects and provide recommendations for improvements/ compliance.

March 08, 2023

Document plant tests and define optimum operation parameters based on results.

March 12, 2023

Design, initiate, and coordinate well procedures for completion, workover, and well maintenance.

April 13, 2023

Monitoring of existing clients via bank meeting attendance, coordinating Q&A with company and bank engineers, and maintaining calendar to meet deadlines.

May 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Petroleum Engineer in Council Bluffs, IA

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98735

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What is the average salary for Petroleum Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Petroleum Engineer in Council Bluffs, IA. The base salary for Petroleum Engineer ranges from $95,054 to $113,220 with the average base salary of $103,007. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,735 to $125,926 with the average total cash compensation of $111,264.

View Average Salary for Petroleum Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$103,007	$95,054 - $113,220
Bonus	$8,257	$3,681 - $12,706
Total Pay	$111,264	$98,735 - $125,926

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Petroleum Engineer Salary Near Council Bluffs, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Bellevue, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,498 - $112,558	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Omaha, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,498 - $112,558	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,999 - $110,772	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Lincoln, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,663 - $111,564	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Sioux City, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,768 - $103,350	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,868 - $102,279	COMPARE TO Council Bluffs, IA

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About Council Bluffs, Iowa

Council Bluffs is a city in and the county seat of Pottawattamie County, Iowa, United States. The city is the most populous in Southwest Iowa, and forms part of the Omaha (Nebr.) Metropolitan Area. It is located on the east bank of the Missouri River, across from the city of Omaha. Council Bluffs was known, until at least 1853, as Kanesville. It was the historic starting point of the Mormon Trail. Kanesville is also the northernmost anchor town of the other emigrant trails, since there was a steam powered boat to ferry their wagons, and cattle, across the Missouri River. Council Bluffs' popula...

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