Remote Reservoir Simulation Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health benefits

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Reservoir Simulation Specialist for a fully remote role in the Oil & Gas sector. You will develop, calibrate, and run complex reservoir models to predict performance, optimize recovery, and support field development decisions from anywhere in SA or suitable location.

You’ll work with geoscientists and engineers via virtual platforms, applying advanced numerical methods, integrating seismic and well data, and sharing clear recommendations to global project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on reservoir simulation experience.
• Experience with major reservoir simulators (ECLIPSE/CMG/INTERSECT).
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering, fluid flow, and thermodynamics.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Authorized to work remotely from SA or suitable location.

Responsibilities

• Build, calibrate, and run dynamic reservoir simulations.
• Perform sensitivity analyses and uncertainty assessments.
• Generate production and pressure forecasts.
• Integrate seismic, well logs, and production data.
• Present results to multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop and document workflows and best practices.
• Troubleshoot convergence issues.
• Stay up-to-date with advanced reservoir modeling tech.
• Assist in data acquisition strategy.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Numerical modeling

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering/quantitative field

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

INTERSECT

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking entity in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking an exceptional Remote Reservoir Simulation Specialist. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing, calibrating, and running complex reservoir simulation models to predict reservoir performance, optimize recovery strategies, and support field development decisions. This role requires a deep understanding of reservoir physics, numerical simulation techniques, and effective data integration from various sources like seismic, well logs, and production data. You will collaborate closely with geoscientists and engineers through virtual channels, providing critical insights for our client's global assets. We are looking for a highly analytical and self-motivated individual who thrives in a remote work environment and possesses a passion for advanced reservoir modeling. Your contributions will directly impact strategic planning and resource management for critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, initialize, and calibrate dynamic reservoir simulation models using industry-standard software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, INTERSECT).
• Perform sensitivity analyses and uncertainty assessments on simulation results to evaluate development scenarios.
• Generate forecasts for production, pressure, and recovery under various operational strategies.
• Integrate geological, petrophysical, and engineering data into simulation models.
• Analyze simulation results, interpret performance trends, and provide clear recommendations to project teams.
• Develop and document simulation workflows, methodologies, and best practices.
• Troubleshoot simulation convergence issues and model stability problems.
• Present simulation results and insights to multidisciplinary teams via virtual platforms.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in reservoir simulation technology and techniques.
• Assist in defining data acquisition strategies to improve model accuracy and predictions.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering, Computational Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in reservoir simulation, focusing on numerical modeling of oil and gas reservoirs.
• Proven expertise with major reservoir simulation software packages.
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering principles, fluid flow in porous media, and thermodynamics.
• Experience with unconventional reservoirs is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and computational skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Must be authorized to work remotely from South Africa or a suitable location.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package tailored for remote professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including remote healthcare options.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones and personal needs.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continued professional development, online courses, and virtual training.
• The ability to work from the comfort of your home office, supporting our client's global Oil & Gas initiatives.