Senior Reservoir Engineer - Oil & Gas Exploration

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer to join our exploration and production team in Sandton. The role focuses on advanced reservoir analysis to optimize oil and gas recovery, forecast production, and support field development strategies.

You will work with large datasets, use industry-standard software, and collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers in a high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of reservoir engineering experience in oil and gas.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software (ECLIPSE, CMG).
• Strong understanding of reservoir geology, petrophysics, and fluid properties.
• Proven ability to conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reservoir characterization and simulation studies using industry-standard software.
• Develop and refine production forecasts and economic models for hydrocarbon assets.
• Recommend optimal well placement, completion strategies, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
• Analyze production data and implement strategies to maximize reservoir performance.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers on field development plans.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their exploration and production team in Sandton . This critical role involves advanced analysis of subsurface reservoirs to optimize oil and gas recovery, forecasting production, and supporting field development strategies. You will work with large datasets, advanced simulation tools, and collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers. This is a high-impact position for an experienced professional seeking to leverage their expertise in reservoir characterization and management within a leading energy company committed to responsible resource development.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed reservoir characterization and simulation studies using industry-standard software.
• Develop and refine production forecasts and economic models for hydrocarbon assets.
• Recommend optimal well placement, completion strategies, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods.
• Analyze production data and implement strategies to maximize reservoir performance.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and drilling engineers on field development plans.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on oil and gas exploration and production.
• Expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG).
• Strong understanding of reservoir geology, petrophysics, and fluid properties.
• Proven ability to conduct economic evaluations and risk assessments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive executive benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance.
• Stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and advanced training.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in the heart of Sandton.