Production Engineer - Upstream Optimization & Data

Origin Energy

Brisbane

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Origin products
21 weeks of paid parental leave
Competitive salary + annual bonus
EV vehicle subscription
Counselling for employees

Job summary

Origin Energy in Brisbane is seeking a Production Engineer to join the team for a 12-month engagement to November 2027. You will turn well data into smart decisions, lift production and contribute to field improvements with regular site travel.

You will work with the Reedy Creek, Combabula & Peat team to optimise gas production, with responsibilities spanning reliability, forecasting, and safety compliance across wells.

Qualifications

  • A degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
  • Experience upstream oil and gas, including CSG subsurface work.
  • Experience with artificial lift (PCP or rod pumps) or reservoir engineering.
  • Ability to turn large data volumes into clear actions.
  • Collaborative style and ability to juggle multiple projects.

Responsibilities

  • Keep wells running by improving pump and completion reliability.
  • Unlock more gas by spotting, ranking and delivering production uplift opportunities.
  • Set the playbook by shaping operating guidelines for field decisions.
  • Sharpen the forecast by working with reservoir engineers on monthly forecasts and well reviews.
  • Protect assets by ensuring wells stay safe, compliant and performing.

Skills

Petroleum Engineering
Data analysis
Cross-functional collaboration
Upstream oil & gas
Artificial lift

Education

Degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

PCP Pumps
Rod pumps

Job description

Origin Energy in Brisbane is seeking a Production Engineer to join the team for a 12-month engagement to November 2027. You will turn well data into smart decisions, lift production and contribute to field improvements with regular site travel.

You will work with the Reedy Creek, Combabula & Peat team to optimise gas production, with responsibilities spanning reliability, forecasting, and safety compliance across wells.

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