Subsurface Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Health insurance

Professional development

Advanced software tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Subsurface Engineer to join a fully remote Oil & Gas team. You will analyze and optimize hydrocarbon recovery using advanced modeling, data analytics, and integrated subsurface approaches, supporting global operations from anywhere in South Africa.

The role emphasizes software-enabled economic evaluations, risk assessment, and close collaboration with dispersed geoscientists and engineers to maximize asset value.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a related subsurface discipline.
• Proven expertise in reservoir simulation, data analytics, and integrated subsurface modeling.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine subsurface models integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
• Analyze reservoir performance data to optimize production and recovery strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and production optimization.
• Conduct economic evaluations of subsurface development projects and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with remote teams of geoscientists, production engineers, and management.
• Perform risk assessments and uncertainty analysis for subsurface projects.

Skills

Reservoir modeling & analysis

Data analytics

Integrated subsurface modeling

Education

Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Geology

Tools

Economic evaluation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Subsurface Engineer to join their innovative, fully remote team focusing on the Oil & Gas sector . This role is pivotal in analyzing and optimizing the recovery of hydrocarbons from underground reservoirs. You will leverage advanced modeling techniques, data analysis, and a deep understanding of subsurface dynamics to enhance production and identify new opportunities. This position is ideal for a forward-thinking engineer who thrives in a remote setting and is passionate about driving efficiency and maximizing asset value across our client's global operations, with the ability to work from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine subsurface models integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
• Analyze reservoir performance data to optimize production and recovery strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend technologies for Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) and production optimization.
• Conduct economic evaluations of subsurface development projects and investment opportunities.
• Collaborate effectively with remote teams of geoscientists, production engineers, and management.
• Perform risk assessments and uncertainty analysis for subsurface projects.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a related subsurface discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in subsurface engineering , reservoir management, or exploration geoscience.
• Proven expertise in reservoir simulation, data analytics, and integrated subsurface modeling.
• Strong understanding of geostatistics, petrophysics, and production engineering principles.
• Experience with economic evaluation software and techniques.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary with attractive bonus structures.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Access to cutting-edge software and data analysis platforms.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and remote excellence.