Senior Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Remote; ZAR 1,600,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role to maximize hydrocarbon recovery, develop forecasts, and evaluate EOR strategies. You will work from Bloemfontein or any location, collaborating with geoscientists and production engineers.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Petroleum Engineering with 8+ years of experience and strong reservoir simulation skills (Eclipse, Tempest, CMG). Excellent analytical and communication abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of reservoir engineering experience in oil and gas.
• Experience with reservoir simulation software (Eclipse, Tempest, CMG Suite).
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reservoir characterization using geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
• Perform reservoir simulations to model fluid flow and evaluate development scenarios.
• Develop material balance models and decline curve analyses for forecasting.
• Evaluate and advise on EOR techniques and field development strategies.
• Conduct economic evaluations for plans and projects; prepare management reports.
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Material balance

Decline curve analysis

Economic evaluation

Production forecasting

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Tempest

CMG Suite

Job description

About the Role Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking energy company, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote position. This role is integral to maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and optimizing production from existing assets, as well as evaluating new exploration opportunities. You will be responsible for performing detailed reservoir characterization, developing production forecasts, and recommending strategies for enhanced oil recovery (EOR). The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of reservoir simulation, material balance calculations, decline curve analysis, and economic evaluation techniques. You will collaborate closely with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to contribute to strategic field development plans and investment decisions. As a remote-first role, strong self-management, communication, and collaboration skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your expertise in reservoir engineering to drive significant value and contribute to the success of a leading energy producer, all while enjoying the flexibility of working from anywhere.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive remote workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reservoir characterization studies using geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
• Perform reservoir simulation studies to model fluid flow, predict performance, and evaluate development scenarios.
• Develop and maintain material balance models and decline curve analyses for production forecasting.
• Evaluate and recommend Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques and strategies.
• Perform economic evaluations for field development plans, exploration projects, and EOR projects.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to integrate reservoir models with geological interpretations.
• Work with production engineers to optimize well performance and field operations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in reservoir engineering and production optimization.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to the team's technical growth.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience with reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Tempest, CMG Suite).
• Strong understanding of reservoir fluid properties, rock mechanics, and phase behavior.
• Expertise in production forecasting, material balance, decline curve analysis, and economic evaluation.
• Familiarity with Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) methods and their application.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present technical information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
• Experience working with diverse geological settings and reservoir types.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration is a plus.

Benefits

• excellent health, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement savings plans with strong employer contributions
• generous paid time off
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, conferences, and advanced certifications, are actively supported.
• This fully remote position provides exceptional work-life balance and the flexibility to work from any location.

Join a collaborative team that values innovation and technical excellence, contributing to significant projects within the energy sector.

This role offers the chance to make a substantial impact from Bloemfontein or any other preferred remote location.