Lead Petroleum Engineer - Production Optimization (Remote)

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Petroleum Engineer (production optimization) to join a fully remote team with strategic alignment to Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on maximizing asset value, improving hydrocarbon recovery, and guiding a globally dispersed group of engineers.

You will analyze data, design artificial lift systems, forecast production, and drive interventions across diverse fields. A strong remote leadership track record and deep reservoir understanding are essential for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or closely related field.
• Master's degree advantageous.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in petroleum engineering with focus on production operations and optimization.
• Proven expertise in artificial lift design, selection, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical skills for well performance analysis and data interpretation.
• Experience with production engineering software and relevant analytical tools.
• Leadership, communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze well and field production data to identify opportunities for production enhancement and optimization.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Conduct decline curve analysis, material balance calculations, and other production forecasting methods.
• Evaluate and recommend well intervention strategies, such as recompletions, stimulation, and workovers.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geoscientists, and facility engineers to develop integrated production strategies.
• Monitor production performance, diagnose issues, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Develop and maintain production databases and reporting systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior petroleum engineers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in production engineering.
• Prepare technical reports, economic evaluations, and presentations for management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative energy exploration company, is seeking a highly accomplished Lead Petroleum Engineer specializing in production optimization. This is a fully remote position, with administrative support and project coordination originating from Upington, Northern Cape . The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing hydrocarbon recovery from existing fields through advanced analytical techniques, artificial lift system management, and strategic interventions. This role requires a deep understanding of production operations, well performance analysis, and the application of modern engineering principles. You will lead efforts to maximize asset value and operational efficiency within a globally dispersed team, leveraging the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze well and field production data to identify opportunities for production enhancement and optimization.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift) to improve well productivity.
• Conduct decline curve analysis, material balance calculations, and other production forecasting methods.
• Evaluate and recommend well intervention strategies, such as recompletions, stimulation, and workovers.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geoscientists, and facility engineers to develop integrated production strategies.
• Monitor production performance, diagnose issues, and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Develop and maintain production databases and reporting systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior petroleum engineers.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in production engineering.
• Prepare technical reports, economic evaluations, and presentations for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• A Master's degree is advantageous.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in petroleum engineering, with a strong emphasis on production operations and optimization.
• Proven expertise in artificial lift design, selection, and troubleshooting.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability in well performance analysis and data interpretation.
• Proficiency with production engineering software and relevant analytical tools.
• Excellent understanding of reservoir characteristics and their impact on production.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality results.
• Experience with unconventional reservoirs is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in a fully remote working environment.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, along with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance are provided, along with robust retirement savings plans and life insurance.
• Our client is dedicated to employee development, offering significant opportunities for advanced training, skill enhancement, and professional certifications.
• The flexibility of this role, with its administrative ties to Upington , provides an excellent work-life integration.
• Join a progressive energy company and contribute to optimizing production from key assets worldwide, all while enjoying the benefits of remote work.