Senior Reservoir Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonus

Relocation assistance

Training programs

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to join our client in Upington. You will lead reservoir studies, develop production strategies, and guide exploration decisions to maximize economic recovery in oil and gas operations.

responsibilities include building simulation models, evaluating development options, and mentoring junior engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers relocation support and substantial professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive reservoir engineering experience.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of reservoir physics and EOR techniques.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reservoir characterization using geological and geophysical data.
• Develop and execute reservoir simulation models to forecast production and evaluate development scenarios.
• Analyze reservoir performance data and implement production enhancement strategies.
• Conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments for development projects.
• Collaborate with drilling, production, and facility engineers for integrated asset management.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for management.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Eclipse/CMG

Data analysis

Reservoir physics

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their team in Upington . This crucial role involves the assessment, development, and management of hydrocarbon reservoirs to maximize economic recovery in the Oil & Gas industry . You will conduct in-depth reservoir studies, develop production strategies, and provide expert analysis to guide exploration and development decisions. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact reservoir performance and contribute to the company's strategic objectives in a key operational region.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reservoir characterization using geological and geophysical data.
• Develop and execute reservoir simulation models to forecast production and evaluate development scenarios.
• Analyze reservoir performance data, identify production enhancement opportunities, and implement appropriate strategies.
• Conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments for reservoir development projects.
• Collaborate with drilling, production, and facility engineers to ensure integrated asset management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, preferably with experience in relevant basin types.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of reservoir physics, fluid properties, and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company-sponsored training programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.