Senior Reservoir Engineer - Remote Opportunity

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible remote work

Health insurance

Professional development

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will analyze reservoir performance, optimize production strategies, and ensure economic value across projects while collaborating with global teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in oil and gas, advanced reservoir simulation skills (ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG), and a strong background in data analytics and economic evaluation.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive reservoir engineering experience.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG).
• Strong data analysis, statistics, and uncertainty assessment.
• Experience with economic modeling and project evaluation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Aufgaben

• Characterize reservoir performance using advanced simulation and data analytics.
• Develop optimized production and injection strategies to maximize recovery.
• Build and calibrate reservoir simulation models for field development.
• Perform economic evaluations of development plans and profitability.
• Identify opportunities for EOR and unconventional resources.
• Prepare technical reports and management recommendations.
• Collaborate with geoscientists and drilling/production engineers.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.

Kenntnisse

Reservoir engineering

Data analysis

Economic evaluation

Remote work

Project management

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering

Master's degree or PhD preferred

Tools

ECLIPSE

INTERSECT

CMG

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the energy sector, is seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a critical role in analyzing reservoir performance, optimizing production strategies, and ensuring the efficient and sustainable extraction of hydrocarbons. This position demands a deep understanding of reservoir simulation, data analysis, and economic evaluation within the Oil & Gas industry. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, capable of managing complex projects independently and collaborating effectively with global teams through virtual channels. We are committed to fostering a remote-first culture, providing all necessary tools and support for seamless remote operations and professional growth. Your expertise will directly impact the long-term success and profitability of our client's upstream operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth reservoir characterization and performance analysis using advanced simulation software and data analytics techniques.
• Develop and implement optimized production and injection strategies to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and economic value.
• Build, calibrate, and run reservoir simulation models for various field development scenarios.
• Perform economic evaluations of development plans, including forecasting production, estimating costs, and assessing project profitability.
• Identify opportunities for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and unconventional resource development.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, drilling engineers, and production engineers to ensure integrated field development planning.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices within the reservoir engineering discipline.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies, methodologies, and industry trends in reservoir engineering.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A Master's degree or PhD is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, CMG).
• Strong skills in data analysis, statistical methods, and uncertainty assessment.
• Demonstrated experience with economic modeling and project evaluation.
• Excellent understanding of petrophysics, geology, and production operations.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with cloud-based collaboration tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• As a fully remote employee, you will enjoy significant flexibility in your work arrangements.
• We provide comprehensive health insurance, retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including training courses and conference attendance, are readily available.
• You will be part of a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.
• Join us and contribute to shaping the future of energy from the comfort of your home office.

This role is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA , but is fully remote.