Reservoir Simulation Engineer

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and retirement savings

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Reservoir Simulation Engineer for a hybrid position based in Randburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on building, calibrating, and running reservoir models to forecast hydrocarbon recovery and optimize field development strategies.

Collaboration with geologists and engineers is essential to integrate data and deliver actionable insights. The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s or PhD in Petroleum Engineering with 7+ years of experience, strong technical skills in

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of reservoir engineering with a focus on simulation.
• Proficiency with Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG and Intersect.
• Solid understanding of reservoir physics and numerical methods.
• Experience with history matching and uncertainty analysis.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, initialize, and calibrate static and dynamic reservoir simulation models.
• Run numerical simulations to forecast reservoir performance under development scenarios.
• Analyze results to understand reservoir behavior and optimize production.
• Collaborate with geologists, petrophysicists, and engineers to integrate data into models.
• Generate detailed reports and presentations for management and technical teams.
• Assist in data acquisition planning to support model refinement.
• Evaluate impact of recovery methods (e.g., EOR) using simulations.
• Stay current with advances in reservoir simulation technologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Python scripting

Education

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Petrel RE

CMG

Intersect

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established exploration and production company, is seeking a highly skilled Reservoir Simulation Engineer to join their technical team. This critical role, based in Randburg, Gauteng , involves building, calibrating, and running reservoir simulation models to forecast hydrocarbon recovery, optimize field development strategies, and support asset valuation. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of reservoir engineering principles, extensive experience with industry-standard simulation software, and a proven ability to interpret complex reservoir data. We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional who can contribute to maximizing the economic value of our assets through sophisticated reservoir modeling. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects within the Oil & Gas industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, initialize, and calibrate static and dynamic reservoir simulation models using industry-leading software.
• Perform numerical simulations to predict reservoir performance under various development scenarios.
• Analyze simulation results to understand reservoir behavior, identify risks, and optimize production strategies.
• Work closely with geologists, petrophysicists, and production engineers to integrate data and assumptions into models.
• Generate detailed reports and presentations communicating simulation results and recommendations to management and technical teams.
• Assist in the planning and design of data acquisition programs (e.g., well tests, core analysis) to support model refinement.
• Evaluate the impact of different recovery methods (e.g., EOR) using simulation tools.
• Stay current with advancements in reservoir simulation technology and methodologies.
• Ensure all modeling work adheres to company standards and best practices for the Randburg region.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in reservoir engineering with a strong focus on reservoir simulation.
• Proficiency in using commercial reservoir simulation software packages (e.g., Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG, Intersect).
• Solid understanding of reservoir physics, fluid flow in porous media, and numerical methods.
• Experience with history matching and uncertainty analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Familiarity with programming/scripting languages (e.g., Python, VBA) is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, including potential bonuses based on performance and project success.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance are provided, along with life assurance and a robust retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off is included.
• Opportunities for professional development, including attending specialized workshops and conferences, are encouraged.
• This hybrid role, based in Randburg, Gauteng , offers a balanced approach to work within the dynamic Oil & Gas sector.