Reservoir Simulation Engineer

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life assurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Reservoir Simulation Engineer to build, calibrate, and run reservoir models forecasting hydrocarbon recovery and guiding field development strategies.

You will collaborate with geologists, petrophysicists and production engineers, apply Eclipse, Petrel RE, CMG and Intersect, and perform history matching and uncertainty analysis to quantify risk and maximize asset value.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in petroleum engineering or closely related field.
• 7+ years of reservoir engineering experience with a focus on simulation.
• Proficiency with commercial reservoir simulators and data integration.

Responsibilities

• Build, calibrate, and run reservoir simulation models.
• Forecast reservoir performance under development scenarios.
• Analyze results to optimize production and assess risks.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

History matching

Uncertainty analysis

Python

VBA

Teamwork

Communication

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.