Senior Reservoir Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role across South Africa. You will lead reservoir modelling, performance monitoring, and development scenario evaluation to optimize hydrocarbon recovery.

You will analyze data, estimate reserves, and prepare technical reports while collaborating with geoscientists, production engineers, and management. The position supports a distributed team with strong emphasis on independent work and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive reservoir engineering experience in the oil & gas industry.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG).
• Strong understanding of petrophysics, geology, and production engineering principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reservoir simulation models to predict future performance and evaluate development scenarios.
• Analyze production data, well logs, and core samples to characterize reservoirs and estimate reserves.
• Optimize well placement, injection strategies, and production profiles to enhance recovery.
• Conduct economic evaluations of development plans and provide recommendations to management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals for stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in reservoir engineering and simulation.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers to integrate subsurface data.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's technical development.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Petroleum engineering

Data analysis

Simulation software

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Petroleum/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Petrel RE

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in the oil and gas sector, is seeking a highly experienced and analytical Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic virtual team. This is a fully remote, career-defining opportunity for a professional who thrives in a distributed work environment and possesses a deep understanding of reservoir characterization, performance monitoring, and optimization strategies. You will play a critical role in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and ensuring the economic viability of our client's upstream assets. The ideal candidate will leverage cutting-edge simulation software and advanced data analytics to provide strategic insights and drive decision-making across complex geological formations. This role offers the flexibility of working from anywhere within South Africa, fostering a strong work-life balance while contributing to significant industry projects. You will collaborate closely with geoscientists, production engineers, and management to achieve operational excellence. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of reservoir engineering and excel in a remote setting, this position is tailored for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed reservoir simulation models to predict future performance and evaluate development scenarios.
• Analyze production data, well logs, and core samples to accurately characterize reservoirs and estimate reserves.
• Optimize well placement, injection strategies, and production profiles to enhance recovery factors.
• Conduct economic evaluations of various development plans, providing clear recommendations to management.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and proposals for internal stakeholders and partners.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in reservoir engineering and simulation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers, to integrate subsurface data.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the team's technical development.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG).
• Strong understanding of petrophysics, geology, and production engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated experience in reserve estimation and economic evaluation.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Must be based in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA** or willing to relocate within South Africa for collaborative meetings if required by the company's policy.

Benefits

Our client values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote role with a globally respected organization.