Senior Reservoir Engineer – Production Optimization

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Reservoir Engineer focused on Production Optimization in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA. You will analyze reservoir performance, identify optimization opportunities, and implement strategies to maximize hydrocarbon recovery across mature fields.

You will utilize reservoir simulation tools (ECLIPSE, CMG, Tempest), production data analysis, and well test interpretation to develop actionable plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field; master's preferred.
• Minimum 6 years in reservoir engineering with focus on production optimization.
• Proficiency with reservoir simulation and production analysis software.
• Strong understanding of reservoir physics and oil & gas operations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data, decline curves and reservoir performance for optimization.
• Develop and implement EOR/IOR strategies to enhance recovery.
• Run reservoir simulations to evaluate scenarios and optimize well placement.
• Perform well test analysis to derive reservoir properties and issues.
• Collaborate with drilling, production and facilities engineers on initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports and forecasts; present recommended actions.
• Monitor effectiveness of optimization strategies and adjust as needed.
• Contribute to field development planning and economic evaluations.
• Stay updated with new reservoir engineering technologies.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Reservoir simulation

Production optimization

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Tempest

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Reservoir Engineer focused on Production Optimization in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA. You will analyze reservoir performance, identify optimization opportunities, and implement strategies to maximize hydrocarbon recovery across mature fields.

You will utilize reservoir simulation tools (ECLIPSE, CMG, Tempest), production data analysis, and well test interpretation to develop actionable plans.