Senior Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer for Polokwane, Limpopo. The role focuses on evaluating, developing, and optimizing hydrocarbon reservoirs to drive production strategy and long-term asset value.

The candidate will leverage advanced reservoir modeling and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring economic viability of assets in a hybrid on-site/remote setup within South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of reservoir engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (Eclipse, CMG, Petrel RE).
• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization, fluids, and production logging.
• Experience with Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reservoir studies including material balance, decline curve analysis, and volumetric calculations.
• Develop reservoir management plans to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and optimize production.
• Use reservoir simulation software to model performance, forecast production, and evaluate development scenarios.
• Analyze well performance data and recommend intervention strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and economic evaluations for management.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and engineers for integrated asset development.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and improve practices.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Eclipse

CMG

Petrel RE

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity within the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic team. This critical role involves the evaluation, development, and optimization of hydrocarbon reservoirs. You will be instrumental in driving production strategies and ensuring the long-term economic viability of our client's assets in Polokwane, Limpopo region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a proven track record in reservoir management and simulation. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading company and make a significant impact in a vital industry. The position offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, requiring a commitment to maintaining high standards regardless of work location.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reservoir studies, including material balance, decline curve analysis, and volumetric calculations.


• Develop and implement reservoir management plans to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and optimize production.


• Utilize advanced reservoir simulation software to model reservoir performance, forecast production, and evaluate development scenarios.


• Analyze well performance data and recommend appropriate intervention strategies, such as EOR (Enhanced Oil Recovery) methods.


• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and economic evaluations for management and stakeholders.


• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and production engineers to ensure integrated asset development.


• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of reservoir engineering practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is preferred.


• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.


• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., Eclipse, CMG, Petrel RE).


• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid properties, and production logging.


• Demonstrated experience with Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.


• Experience working in or with assets in the South African context is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience, including performance bonuses and comprehensive health benefits.


• We provide opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive and innovative work environment. This role is based in Polokwane, Limpopo, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing for a balance between office-based collaboration and remote work.


• Pension fund contributions, paid time off, and access to continuous training programs are also included, ensuring our employees' well-being and professional growth.