Lead Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Remote-friendly work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote position in the Oil & Gas sector. The role leads reservoir studies, optimization, and provides technical guidance from a home office.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in reservoir engineering, experience with Eclipse/CMG, economic modeling, and mentoring staff. Remote-first with global projects and collaboration with subsurface and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering.
• 10+ years of reservoir engineering experience with leadership roles.
• Experience with Eclipse/CMG reservoir simulators.
• Strong skills in economic modeling and risk analysis.
• Excellent communication and ability to mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead reservoir studies, including characterization, simulation, and forecasting.
• Optimize field development plans and production strategies.
• Perform detailed economic evaluations and uncertainty analyses.
• Oversee the use of advanced reservoir simulation software and techniques.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of reservoir engineers and geoscientists.
• Collaborate with subsurface and operations teams for integrated asset management.
• Prepare and present technical reports to senior management.
• Contribute to best practices and new technologies in reservoir management.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Leadership

Economic modeling

Uncertainty analysis

Communication

Remote work

Mentoring

Project management

Autonomy

Education

Master's degree / PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking an exceptional Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote position. This senior role is responsible for leading reservoir studies, optimizing hydrocarbon recovery strategies, and providing expert technical guidance on reservoir management. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in reservoir simulation, performance analysis, and economic evaluation, with a proven ability to manage complex projects and mentor junior engineers. As a remote-first role, this position is designed for an independent and highly motivated professional who thrives in a flexible work environment, contributing to significant projects across the globe from their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive reservoir engineering studies, including reservoir characterization, simulation, and performance forecasting.
• Optimize field development plans and production strategies to maximize economic recovery of hydrocarbons.
• Perform detailed economic evaluations and uncertainty analyses for new and existing projects.
• Oversee the use of advanced reservoir simulation software and techniques.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of reservoir engineers and geoscientists.
• Collaborate effectively with subsurface and operations teams to ensure integrated asset management.
• Prepare and present technical reports, recommendations, and strategic plans to senior management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and standards in reservoir engineering.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and methodologies to enhance reservoir management.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for reservoir engineering initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in reservoir engineering, with a significant portion in leadership or senior technical roles.
• Extensive hands-on experience with industry-standard reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG) and analytical tools.
• Proven track record in reservoir characterization, performance monitoring, and recovery optimization.
• Strong skills in economic modeling, risk assessment, and decision-making under uncertainty.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience mentoring technical staff.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage projects effectively in a remote work setting.
• Experience with various reservoir types and recovery mechanisms is essential.
• Membership in relevant professional organizations is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• A generous retirement savings plan.
• Fostering a supportive and flexible work environment, allowing professionals to excel in the Oil & Gas industry without geographical constraints.
• Opportunities for continued learning, attending international conferences, and contributing to innovative projects are extensive.
• This role provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact from Mossel Bay, Western Cape (though the role is remote, the company has a presence here), influencing global energy development.