Seplat Energy Plc is a prominent Nigerian-owned oil and gas exploration and production company, strategically focused on operations within Nigeria. The company is listed on both the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) (LSE:SEPL) and the Nigerian Stock Exchange’s Premium Board (“NSE”) (NSE:SEPLAT).
Seplat is aggressively pursuing its expansion plan focused on Nigeria and is in a strong position to benefit from farm-in agreements, future licensing rounds, and asset divestitures by foreign oil firms. The company is at the forefront of Nigeria’s energy transformation—working towards cleaner, dependable energy that is available to all.
We are hiring right now to cover the following position:
Job Title: Reservoir Engineer
Requisition ID: 525
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Reservoir Engineering
Division: SEPNU Development
Overall Purpose of the Job
To apply advanced subsurface analysis skills to improve reservoir understanding, maximize hydrocarbon extraction, and deliver asset value through strategic, data-driven insights.
Principal Responsibilities
- Analyze reservoir fluids and support field-wide evaluations.
- Create simulation models and evaluate material balance.
- Estimate volumes, perform economic assessments, and evaluate reserves.
- Carry out commercial and subsurface studies to support field development.
- Maintain dynamic reservoir models and identify long-term operational constraints.
- Set reservoir engineering design parameters for upcoming projects.
- Prepare and update Field Development Plans (FDPs).
- Create forecasts and assist in depletion strategy planning.
- Monitor production and suggest optimization strategies.
- Identify, assess, and recommend development opportunities.
- Participate in reservoir surveillance and characterization.
- Evaluate drilling and workover operations.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with at least Second-Class Upper (2:1) in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a similar field.
- 8+ years of work experience, preferably in reservoir engineering positions.
- Demonstrated expertise in reserve calculation and project economics.
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication abilities.
- Comfortable working in diverse, multidisciplinary teams and under varying field conditions.
- Must hold a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- Practical knowledge of artificial lift systems, well performance testing, data interpretation, and development planning.
- Proficient in performance forecasting, material balance analysis, and reservoir modeling.
- Able to use industry technologies like as Eclipse, OFM, Prosper, GAP, and Petrel.
Key Skills
- In-depth knowledge of reservoir engineering with solid skills in subsurface modeling and reservoir simulation.
- Experience in field development planning, pressure analysis, production optimization, and reservoir management for assets at different development stages.
How to Apply
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