Remote Lead Reservoir Engineer – Strategy & Mentoring

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 2,964,000 - 3,952,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role in the oil and gas sector. You will lead reservoir studies, shape long-term production strategies, and mentor a global team. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, a Master’s or Ph.D.

in Petroleum Engineering, and deep expertise in reservoir simulation (Eclipse/Tempest/CMG), economic evaluation, and forecasting. Strong remote collaboration and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years in reservoir engineering with leadership experience.
• Expert in reservoir simulation and forecasting.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical evaluation and development planning for reservoirs.
• Oversee reservoir simulation studies to forecast production.
• Develop field development plans and well strategies.
• Perform economic analysis and uncertainty assessments.
• Mentor junior and senior reservoir engineers.
• Present reports and strategic recommendations to management.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Tempest

CMG

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role in the oil and gas sector. You will lead reservoir studies, shape long-term production strategies, and mentor a global team. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience, a Master’s or Ph.D.

in Petroleum Engineering, and deep expertise in reservoir simulation (Eclipse/Tempest/CMG), economic evaluation, and forecasting. Strong remote collaboration and leadership are essential.