Remote Lead Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 120.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work

Global health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Conference attendance

Flexible hours

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is assisting a global Oil & Gas leader in recruiting a Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote, world-class team. The role focuses on technical leadership, complex reservoir simulations, and development planning across global assets.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in reservoir characterization, simulation, economic evaluation, and EOR project execution, with strong remote collaboration and mentorship skills.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.
• 12+ years of progressive reservoir engineering experience, with leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG), history matching, and forecasting.
• Strong background in reservoir characterization, petrophysics, and geological modeling integration.
• Experience developing and executing EOR projects.
• Excellent leadership and remote collaboration skills.

Aufgaben

• Lead the technical evaluation and development planning for multiple reservoir assets.
• Oversee the construction and execution of complex reservoir simulations.
• Develop and implement optimized reservoir management and EOR strategies.
• Conduct in-depth economic analysis and reserve estimations to support investment decisions.
• Mentor and guide a team of reservoir engineers, fostering technical excellence.
• Collaborate with geologists, drilling, and production engineers across geographies.
• Prepare and present technical reports and recommendations to senior management.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge technologies in reservoir engineering.
• Ensure adherence to company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Reservoir modeling

EOR

History matching

Petrophysics

Communication

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

INTERSECT

CMG

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the global **Oil & Gas** sector, is seeking an exceptional Lead Reservoir Engineer to join their fully remote, world-class team. This position offers the unique opportunity to manage and contribute to complex reservoir development projects from anywhere in the world, emphasizing collaboration and advanced technical analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in reservoir characterization, simulation, economic evaluation, and development strategy formulation. You will lead a team of reservoir engineers, mentor junior staff, and play a crucial role in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and value. As a remote-first role, strong communication, self-motivation, and proficiency with virtual collaboration tools are paramount. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in a flexible, high-impact capacity, shaping the future of reservoir management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical evaluation and development planning for multiple reservoir assets.
• Oversee the construction and execution of complex reservoir simulations.
• Develop and implement optimized reservoir management and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategies.
• Conduct in-depth economic analysis and reserve estimations to support investment decisions.
• Mentor and guide a team of reservoir engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including geologists, drilling engineers, and production engineers across different geographies.
• Prepare and present comprehensive technical reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in reservoir engineering.
• Ensure adherence to company standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a significant portion in leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG), history matching, and forecasting.
• Strong background in reservoir characterization, petrophysics, and geological modeling integration.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing successful EOR projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, adapted for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to manage projects, drive results, and mentor teams from a distance.
• Proficiency in economic evaluation software and reserve reporting standards.
• Ability to work independently with high self-discipline and manage global project timelines.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package, including base salary and substantial bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility and support.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and international conferences.
• Access to leading-edge reservoir modeling and analysis software.
• Opportunity to influence strategic decisions on major global projects.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate diverse time zones.