Senior Reservoir Engineer — Advanced Modeling & EOR

Placements24

Durban

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

12 days ago

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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.