Senior Subsurface Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a Senior Subsurface Engineer to integrate geological, geophysical and engineering data into detailed subsurface models and optimize hydrocarbon recovery.

You will develop field development plans, conduct reservoir characterization, and support production optimization while mentoring junior team members in a collaborative, hybrid work environment in Upington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or related Earth Science; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in subsurface engineering or reservoir engineering in Oil & Gas.
• Strong proficiency in reservoir simulation, well test analysis, and production data analysis.
• Expertise in geological and petrophysical data interpretation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid or collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to create detailed subsurface models.
• Conduct reservoir performance analysis, identify drainage opportunities, and recommend enhanced recovery methods.
• Develop and update field development plans, production forecasts, and economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with drilling and production teams to ensure effective well planning and execution.
• Utilize advanced software for reservoir simulation, geostatistics, and data analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on subsurface challenges.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Geology

Geophysics

Petrophysics

Reservoir simulation

Data analysis

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Eclipse

Petrel

CMG

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the Oil & Gas industry, is looking for a proficient Senior Subsurface Engineer to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This critical role involves integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data to develop comprehensive subsurface models and optimize hydrocarbon recovery strategies. You will contribute to field development planning, reservoir characterization, and production optimization efforts. Working within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, you will play a key role in maximizing the value of the company's assets. This hybrid position offers a blend of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility, providing a balanced approach to work and life in the unique setting of Upington , contributing to significant energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to create detailed subsurface models .
• Conduct reservoir performance analysis, identify drainage opportunities, and recommend enhanced recovery methods.
• Develop and update field development plans, production forecasts, and economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with drilling and production teams to ensure effective well planning and execution.
• Utilize advanced software for reservoir simulation, geostatistics, and data analysis.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on subsurface challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Geology, or a related Earth Science field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in subsurface engineering or reservoir engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong proficiency in reservoir simulation, well test analysis, and production data analysis.
• Expertise in geological and petrophysical data interpretation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid or collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan and life assurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Exposure to diverse subsurface challenges and field development projects.