Senior Reservoir Engineer: Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Reservoir Engineer in Johannesburg to drive new ventures from concept to development. You will lead reservoir studies, build dynamic models, and perform economic evaluations to shape field development plans in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

You will mentor junior engineers, stay abreast of latest technologies, and contribute to the strategic growth of the energy portfolio in a hybrid work setting in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Minimum 7 years in reservoir engineering, with emphasis on new ventures, exploration, and field development.
• Proficiency with reservoir simulation tools (Eclipse, CMG).
• Strong understanding of reservoir physics, fluid flow and hydrocarbon recovery.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with economic evaluation software/methods.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reservoir studies including data analysis, geological modeling, and simulation for new prospect evaluations.
• Develop and manage dynamic reservoir simulation models to forecast production and optimize recovery.
• Perform economic analysis and uncertainty assessments for new field developments and asset enhancements.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, drilling and production engineers to develop integrated field development plans.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and investors.
• Stay updated on reservoir engineering technologies and apply them to enhance project value.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical growth of the department.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Modeling & simulation

Analytical skills

Economic evaluation

Team communication

Work eligibility SA

Education

Bachelor's in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree (plus)

Tools

Eclipse

CMG

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Reservoir Engineer in Johannesburg to drive new ventures from concept to development. You will lead reservoir studies, build dynamic models, and perform economic evaluations to shape field development plans in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

You will mentor junior engineers, stay abreast of latest technologies, and contribute to the strategic growth of the energy portfolio in a hybrid work setting in South Africa.