Reservoir Engineer - Subsurface Analysis

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior Reservoir Engineer for our client’s Subsurface team in East London, Eastern Cape. You will build and maintain dynamic reservoir models, forecast production, and develop strategies to maximize asset value in a hybrid work setting.

Join a collaborative environment with geologists, geophysicists and production engineers to drive optimization, conduct economic evaluations, and mentor junior staff while staying abreast of the latest reservoir methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of reservoir engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency with reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, CMG, Petrel RE).
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models to predict future production performance.
• Analyze production data, well performance, and pressure transient tests to understand reservoir behavior.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for reservoir enhancement, including infill drilling, EOR projects, and production optimization.
• Perform volumetric and reserve calculations, contributing to financial reporting and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and production engineers to build integrated subsurface models.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and economic evaluations for management review.
• Stay updated on the latest reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Petrel RE

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant independent producer in the Oil & Gas sector, is looking for a skilled Reservoir Engineer to join their Subsurface team in East London, Eastern Cape . This role is essential for analyzing reservoir performance, forecasting production, and developing strategies to optimize hydrocarbon recovery. You will work with complex reservoir models and production data to maximize asset value. The position is hybrid, allowing for focused work both on-site and remotely. Contribute to critical decisions shaping the future of our client's energy assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models to predict future production performance.
• Analyze production data, well performance, and pressure transient tests to understand reservoir behavior.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for reservoir enhancement, including infill drilling, EOR projects, and production optimization.
• Perform volumetric and reserve calculations, contributing to financial reporting and strategic planning.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and production engineers to build integrated subsurface models.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and economic evaluations for management review.
• Stay updated on the latest reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, or a related engineering/science discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in reservoir engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency with reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, Petrel RE).
• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid flow principles, and production forecasting techniques.
• Experience with production data analysis and well test interpretation.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office-based and remote tasks.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including medical aid, retirement plan, and potential performance bonuses. This role provides opportunities for significant technical challenge and professional development within a well-established Oil & Gas company. You will be part of a collaborative team environment dedicated to maximizing resource recovery and operational efficiency.