Lead Subsurface Engineer - Offshore Projects

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Ibrido; ZAR 2.964.000 - 4.281.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Executive compensation

Stock options

Remote work

Global health insurance

Professional development budget

Home office setup

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Subsurface Engineer for a senior leadership role with an international energy company. The role drives technical direction for offshore exploration and development projects globally, leading multidisciplinary teams virtually.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in reservoir engineering, geology, geophysics, and production operations, with a proven record of delivering robust subsurface strategies remotely.

Competenze

• Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, or related subsurface discipline.
• Minimum 12 years in subsurface engineering/geoscience with at least 3 in leadership.
• Extensive offshore exploration and development experience.
• Expertise in reservoir engineering with geology/geophysics knowledge.
• Experience with subsurface software and modeling techniques.
• Strong leadership, communication, and virtual team management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive complex projects remotely.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making capability.
• Experience managing technical teams and cross-functional collaborations.

Mansioni

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary subsurface teams evaluating exploration and development opportunities.
• Oversee development of subsurface models: geological, reservoir, and production.
• Ensure technical integrity of subsurface studies, reports, recommendations.
• Collaborate with project management and other engineering disciplines to define scope.
• Develop and implement best practices for subsurface data management and interpretation.
• Assess subsurface risks and mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to field development planning and production optimization.
• Present findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Champion adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
• Manage external consultants and service providers as needed.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Reservoir engineering

Geology

Geophysics

Offshore experience

Virtual team management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Formazione

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, or related subsurface discipline

Strumenti

Reservoir simulation software

Geoscience modeling tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international energy company, is seeking an accomplished Lead Subsurface Engineer to join their globally distributed, remote-first team. This senior leadership role is critical for driving the technical direction and successful execution of offshore exploration and development projects worldwide. The ideal candidate will possess a broad and deep understanding of reservoir engineering, geology, geophysics, and production operations, with a proven ability to integrate these disciplines. You will be responsible for overseeing subsurface evaluations, leading multidisciplinary teams virtually, and ensuring robust technical strategies are developed and implemented. This position requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and advanced technical expertise. As a fully remote position, outstanding virtual collaboration and communication skills are essential for success, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary subsurface teams in the evaluation of exploration and development opportunities.
• Oversee the development and execution of subsurface models, including geological, reservoir, and production models.
• Ensure the technical integrity and quality of subsurface studies, reports, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with project management and other engineering disciplines to define project scopes and objectives.
• Develop and implement best practices for subsurface data management, analysis, and interpretation.
• Assess subsurface risks and uncertainties and develop mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to field development planning and production optimization strategies.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to enhance subsurface understanding and performance.
• Manage external consultants and technical service providers as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, or a related subsurface discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in subsurface engineering and geoscience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive experience with offshore exploration and development projects.
• Proven expertise in reservoir engineering, with strong knowledge of geology and geophysics.
• Familiarity with a wide range of subsurface software and modeling techniques.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for virtual team management.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and drive complex projects to completion remotely.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience in managing technical teams and cross-functional collaborations.

Benefits

• A highly competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Significant long-term incentive plan (e.g., stock options).
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive global health insurance and wellness benefits.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and home office setup.
• Opportunity to influence major strategic decisions within a leading energy company.
• Work on world-class offshore projects without the need for relocation.