Remote Lead Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role within the Oil & Gas sector, focusing on hydrocarbon recovery optimization and asset value maximization across global projects.

You will work with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to develop reservoir management strategies, use advanced simulation and data analytics, and mentor junior engineers in a remote-enabled environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive Reservoir Engineering experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, CMG) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of EOR techniques and remote work capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute reservoir simulation studies to forecast production and reserves.
• Perform decline curve analysis, material balance, and volumetric calculations.
• Identify opportunities for enhanced oil recovery and optimize production strategies.
• Conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments for projects.
• Prepare technical reports and present recommendations to management.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to best-practice improvements.

Skills

Reservoir Engineering

Remote work

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Job description

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About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic, globally distributed team. This fully remote position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge projects within the Oil & Gas sector, focusing on optimizing hydrocarbon recovery and maximizing asset value. You will work independently and collaboratively with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to develop and implement reservoir management strategies. This role is ideal for a self‑motivated professional who excels in a remote work environment and is passionate about leveraging advanced simulation techniques and data analytics to drive operational efficiency and strategic decision-making for exploration and production activities worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive reservoir simulation studies using industry‑standard software to forecast production and assess reserves.


• Conduct decline curve analysis, material balance, and volumetric calculations for various reservoir types.


• Identify and evaluate opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and optimize production strategies.


• Perform economic evaluations and risk assessments for development projects and field re‑development plans.


• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.


• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of reservoir engineering practices within the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Reservoir Engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.


• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG) and data analysis tools.


• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid flow in porous media, and EOR techniques.


• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance‑based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Generous paid time off and holidays.


• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.


• A flexible, remote‑first work culture that supports work‑life balance.

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