Remote Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office budget & tech support

Professional development opportunities

Remote-first work environment

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a global operator to hire a Remote Reservoir Engineer. The role centers on optimizing hydrocarbon recovery from existing fields through advanced reservoir simulation, production data analysis, and scenario planning to maximize asset value.

You will collaborate with geologists, geophysicists and drilling engineers in a fully virtual team, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings to management and partners from your home office, enabling international project

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on simulation and analysis.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, CMG) and decline curve analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with unconventional reservoirs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reservoir models using advanced simulation software.
• Analyze production data, well performance, and decline curves to forecast future production.
• Recommend strategies for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and production optimization.
• Conduct economic evaluations and uncertainty analysis for reservoir development plans.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers in a virtual team setting.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and present findings to management and partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent remote work

Education

Master’s or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Decline curve analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Remote Reservoir Engineer to join their global team. This fully remote position is vital for optimizing hydrocarbon recovery from existing fields and evaluating the potential of new discoveries. You will utilize sophisticated reservoir simulation tools, analyze production data, and develop strategies to maximize asset value. The ideal candidate thrives in a virtual environment, excels at data analysis, and can effectively communicate complex technical findings to diverse stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse international projects from the comfort of your home office, contributing significantly to the company's strategic resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reservoir models using advanced simulation software.
• Analyze production data, well performance, and decline curves to forecast future production.
• Recommend strategies for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and production optimization.
• Conduct economic evaluations and uncertainty analysis for reservoir development plans.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers in a virtual team setting.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and present findings to management and partners.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on simulation and analysis.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG) and decline curve analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with unconventional reservoirs is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and attractive performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous home office setup budget and technology support.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A flexible, remote-first work environment promoting excellent work-life balance.