Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Learning and career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Reservoir Engineer to join our client’s technical team in Benoni, South Africa. You will perform complex reservoir studies, build production forecasts, and design enhanced oil recovery (EOR) strategies to maximize field performance and value.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Petroleum Engineering with at least six years of experience, demonstrates proficiency in CMG Suite or ECLIPSE, and excels at data analysis, modeling, and

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of Reservoir Engineer experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficient with reservoir simulation tools (CMG Suite, ECLIPSE).
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Analyze reservoir characteristics to understand reservoir behavior.
• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models to predict production.
• Perform material balance and decline curve analyses for evaluation.
• Design and recommend Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) projects.
• Estimate reserves and inputs for economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers to integrate data.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Data analysis

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

CMG Suite

ECLIPSE

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical Reservoir Engineer to join their technical team in Benoni. This position is critical for maximizing hydrocarbon recovery from existing fields and evaluating new exploration opportunities within the Oil & Gas sector. You will perform complex reservoir studies, develop production forecasts, and recommend strategies for enhanced oil recovery (EOR). The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background, expertise in reservoir simulation, and a passion for understanding and optimizing subsurface performance. This role offers significant challenges and rewards for an engineer focused on technical excellence and impactful decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze reservoir characteristics, including rock and fluid properties, to understand reservoir behavior.
• Develop and maintain dynamic reservoir simulation models to predict future production performance.
• Perform material balance calculations and decline curve analysis for reservoir evaluation.
• Recommend and design Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) projects and production enhancement strategies.
• Estimate reserves and resources, providing critical input for economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers to integrate subsurface data and optimize field development.
• Monitor reservoir performance and propose operational adjustments to maximize recovery factors.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Reservoir Engineer in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong proficiency with reservoir simulation software (e.g., CMG Suite, ECLIPSE) and data analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and geological concepts relevant to reservoirs.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for conveying technical findings to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and an attractive annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Robust retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment focused on technical problem-solving.