Remote Lead Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,881,000 - 4,481,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Fully remote

Tech & development

Influence on strategy

Remote leadership

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a distinguished Lead Reservoir Engineer to provide strategic direction and technical leadership for reservoir management across multiple assets in Oil & Gas. This fully remote role offers the chance to guide critical energy resource management from a global setting.

The candidate will lead a team of reservoir engineers, develop long-term field development plans, manage reserve assessments, and drive advanced recovery techniques with exceptional leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering.
• 12+ years of reservoir engineering experience with leadership.
• Experience with reservoir simulation software, production forecasting and economic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the reservoir engineering team in developing and executing field development strategies.
• Oversee reserve estimation and reporting to industry standards.
• Conduct advanced reservoir studies including simulation and decline curve analysis.
• Identify opportunities for EOR and production optimization.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Leadership

Remote team management

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Reservoir simulation software

Production forecasting

Economic analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote, high-impact position. This role involves providing strategic direction and technical leadership for reservoir management and development across multiple assets in the Oil & Gas sector. You will lead a team of reservoir engineers, develop long-term field development plans, manage reserve assessments, and drive the implementation of advanced recovery techniques. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior professional to leverage their expertise in a leadership capacity, enjoying the full flexibility of remote work while guiding critical energy resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the reservoir engineering team in developing and executing comprehensive field development strategies.
• Oversee reserve estimation and reporting processes in compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct advanced reservoir studies, including simulation, material balance, and decline curve analysis.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and other production optimization initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with significant leadership experience.
• Extensive expertise in reservoir simulation software, production forecasting, and economic analysis.
• Proven track record in managing complex reservoir challenges and implementing successful EOR projects.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills for remote team management.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary and substantial bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with global flexibility.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development resources.
• Significant influence on company strategy and technical direction.
• Lead critical Oil & Gas reservoir engineering initiatives from a remote location.