Senior Reservoir Engineer - Oil & Gas Exploration

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their exploration and production team based in Randburg. The role focuses on evaluating hydrocarbon potential, optimizing production strategies, and managing reservoir performance across asset lifecycles.

You will apply advanced simulation techniques, data analysis, and economic evaluation to maximize recovery, support strategic decisions, and collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers on high‑impact projects.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of reservoir engineering experience in oil and gas.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir models with advanced simulators.
• Analyze production data, logs, and core data to characterize reservoirs.
• Forecast reservoir performance and perform economic field development evaluations.
• Recommend development strategies including well placement and EOR.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, production, and drilling engineers.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Petrophysics

Economic modeling

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Uncertainty analysis

Education

MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

INTERSECT

Petrel RE

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly accomplished Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their exploration and production team based in Randburg . This role is critical for evaluating hydrocarbon potential, optimizing production strategies, and managing reservoir performance throughout the lifecycle of oil and gas assets. You will employ advanced simulation techniques, data analysis, and economic evaluation to maximize recovery and ensure profitable resource development. The ideal candidate possesses deep technical expertise in reservoir characterization, fluid flow, and reservoir management, combined with strong analytical and communication skills, contributing to strategic decision-making within the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir models using state-of-the-art simulation software.
• Analyze production data, well logs, and core data to characterize reservoirs and understand fluid behavior.
• Perform reservoir performance forecasting and economic evaluations for field development planning.
• Recommend optimal development strategies, including well placement, enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods, and production optimization.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, production engineers, and drilling engineers to integrate reservoir insights.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, INTERSECT, Petrel RE).
• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization techniques, petrophysics, and sedimentology.
• Proficiency in reservoir data analysis, uncertainty assessment, and economic modeling.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Involvement in high-impact exploration and development projects.
• Strategic position within the business hub of Gauteng .