Senior Petroleum Engineer - Asset Development (Remote)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Professional training and certificates

International projects exposure

State-of-the-art digital collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Engineer to join a fully remote asset development team. You will optimize performance, evaluate production data, and design enhanced recovery strategies to maximize hydrocarbon value from anywhere, with international project exposure.

The role requires a Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering and 10+ years in asset development, reservoir modeling (Eclipse/CMG), and economic evaluation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or closely related field.
• 10+ years of experience in petroleum engineering focused on asset development.
• Proven expertise in production analysis and reservoir simulation (Eclipse, CMG).
• Strong understanding of recovery mechanisms and fluid properties.
• Experience with EOR/IOR techniques and project implementation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production performance and recommend optimization strategies.
• Develop field development plans including drilling and facilities.
• Evaluate and implement EOR/IOR methods.
• Conduct economic evaluations for projects and investments.
• Perform reservoir simulations to forecast production.
• Collaborate with subsurface and surface teams for integrated asset management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices.
• Contribute to reserve reporting and peer reviews.

Skills

Production analysis

Reservoir simulation

Economic modeling

EOR/IOR techniques

Data analysis

Project management

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in the energy sector, is actively seeking a highly experienced **Senior Petroleum Engineer** to join their fully remote asset development team. This role is critical for optimizing the performance and maximizing the value of our client's hydrocarbon assets through expert analysis and strategic planning. You will be responsible for evaluating production data, identifying development opportunities, designing and implementing enhanced recovery techniques, and contributing to long-term field management strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in reservoir engineering, production optimization, and economic evaluation, coupled with exceptional skills in data analysis and project management within a remote-first environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence key business decisions and drive project success from anywhere, leveraging advanced digital collaboration tools and your extensive industry expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production performance, diagnose issues, and recommend solutions for optimization.
• Develop and manage field development plans, including drilling and facility proposals.
• Evaluate and implement enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and improved oil recovery (IOR) methods.
• Conduct economic evaluations for development projects and investment opportunities.
• Perform reservoir simulation studies to forecast production and assess development scenarios.
• Collaborate with subsurface and surface teams to ensure integrated asset management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.
• Mentor junior petroleum engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in petroleum engineering.
• Contribute to reserve reporting and peer reviews.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in petroleum engineering, with a strong focus on asset development and production optimization.
• Proven expertise in production analysis, reservoir simulation (e.g., Eclipse, CMG), and economic modeling software.
• Deep understanding of reservoir engineering principles, fluid properties, and recovery mechanisms.
• Demonstrated experience with EOR/IOR techniques and project implementation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, adept at conveying complex technical information.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team structure.
• High level of self-motivation, organization, and time management skills.
• Eligibility to work in **South Africa** is preferred but not mandatory for this remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for significant bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and conference participation.
• Exposure to challenging and rewarding international projects.
• Access to state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms for remote collaboration.