Senior Petroleum Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Petroleum Engineer for a key role in Midrand. You will optimize oil and gas exploration, production, and reservoir management, analyzing geological data, planning drilling, and ensuring efficient resource extraction.

Lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers in a safety-focused environment. The role requires strong reservoir engineering expertise, experience with Eclipse/Petrel, and a track record of delivering results in the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of petroleum engineering experience with reservoir focus.
• Experience with reservoir simulation software and production analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of geological principles, well logging and reservoir fluids.
• Ability to lead complex projects from concept to completion and mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Develop field development plans with production forecasts and economic evaluations.
• Perform reservoir characterization using modeling techniques.
• Oversee drilling and completion operations with safety and efficiency in mind.
• Analyze production data to identify optimization opportunities and apply EOR methods.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management.
• Collaborate with geoscientists and production staff for integrated execution.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Production optimization

ECLIPSE/PETREL

Well logging

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

PETREL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Engineer to join their dynamic team in Midrand. This critical role involves optimizing oil and gas exploration, production, and reservoir management strategies. You will play a key part in analyzing geological data, planning drilling operations, and ensuring efficient resource extraction, contributing significantly to the company's success in the competitive energy sector. This position offers the chance to lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers within a collaborative and safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive field development plans, including production forecasts and economic evaluations.


• Conduct reservoir characterization studies using advanced modeling software and techniques.


• Oversee drilling and completion operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency.


• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for optimization and implement enhanced oil recovery methods.


• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.


• Collaborate with geoscientists, drilling engineers, and production staff to ensure integrated project execution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in petroleum engineering, with a focus on reservoir engineering and production optimization.


• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, PETREL) and production analysis tools.


• Strong understanding of geological principles , well logging, and reservoir fluid properties.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.


• Proven track record of managing complex projects from conception to completion in the Oil & Gas industry.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.


• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.


• A challenging and rewarding career within a leading energy company.