Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Training allowances

Tech exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban invites a seasoned Reservoir Engineer to join a leading Oil & Gas team. You will analyze and model subsurface reservoirs to optimize production, assess potential, and help shape asset value.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Petroleum Engineering or Geology, at least 6 years of experience, and strong skills in reservoir simulation (ECLIPSE, Roxar RMS), data analysis, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a related scientific discipline.
• At least 6 years of experience in reservoir engineering in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, Roxar RMS).
• Strong knowledge of petroleum systems, fluid flow, and rock properties.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform reservoir characterization using geological and engineering data.
• Develop and maintain reservoir simulation models to predict future performance.
• Conduct decline curve analysis and volumetric estimations.
• Recommend development strategies, including infill drilling, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and workover programs.
• Estimate and forecast oil and gas reserves according to industry standards.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to integrate reservoir models with subsurface interpretations.

Skills

Data analysis

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Analytical aptitude

Reservoir engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

ECLIPSE

Roxar RMS

Job description

A leading entity in the Oil & Gas sector is looking for an insightful Reservoir Engineer to join their team in Durban . This position focuses on analyzing and modeling subsurface reservoirs to optimize hydrocarbon production and maximize asset value. You will be responsible for evaluating reservoir potential, developing production strategies, and managing reserves. The successful candidate will possess a strong analytical aptitude and a comprehensive understanding of reservoir engineering principles and tools, playing a vital role in shaping the company's exploration and production strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform reservoir characterization using geological and engineering data.
• Develop and maintain reservoir simulation models to predict future performance.
• Conduct decline curve analysis and volumetric estimations.
• Recommend development strategies, including infill drilling, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and workover programs.
• Estimate and forecast oil and gas reserves according to industry standards.
• Collaborate with geologists and geophysicists to integrate reservoir models with subsurface interpretations.

Requirements

• Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a related scientific discipline.
• At least 6 years of experience in reservoir engineering in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, Roxar RMS).
• Strong knowledge of petroleum systems , fluid flow, and rock properties.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and wellness programs.
• Retirement annuity with company matching.
• Professional development and training allowances.
• Exposure to cutting-edge reservoir management technologies.