Senior Reservoir Engineer - Flexible Hours & Remote Options

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing allowance

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Exposure to global projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a highly analytical Senior Reservoir Engineer to lead evaluation and optimization of hydrocarbon reserves, leveraging advanced modeling and geological data to boost long-term asset value.

The role collaborates with geoscientists and drilling teams on field development and requires 10+ years in reservoir engineering with a Master’s or PhD in Petroleum Engineering, plus proficiency in Eclipse and Petrel RE.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of reservoir engineering experience in oil and gas.
Expertise in reservoir simulation software (Eclipse, Petrel RE) and data analysis tools.
Strong knowledge of petrophysics, sedimentology, and reservoir geomechanics.
Proven ability to assess reservoir uncertainty and risk.

Responsibilities

Conduct reservoir characterization studies using geological, geophysical, and engineering data.
Develop and maintain detailed reservoir simulation models to predict future performance.
Analyze production data and implement strategies for enhanced oil recovery (EOR).
Estimate hydrocarbon reserves and resources, preparing reports for management and stakeholders.
Collaborate with geoscientists, drilling engineers, and production engineers on field development plans.
Evaluate exploration opportunities and provide technical input for new ventures.