Senior Facilities Engineer

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and travel allowance

Pension & medical aid

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Facilities Engineer to oversee the design, construction, maintenance, and integrity of upstream production facilities. The role blends remote engineering support with on-site supervision and field visits in Randburg and surrounding sites.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 7 years in facilities engineering within oil & gas, with strong capabilities in project management, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in facilities engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience in managing the lifecycle of production facilities, from design to decommissioning.
• Strong knowledge of process equipment, piping, and structural integrity.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote engineering tasks with site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of new production facilities and modifications to existing infrastructure.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, turnaround plans, and integrity management programs.
• Oversee construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting operational issues and optimizing facility performance.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and contractor performance for facility-related projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Process equipment

Piping

Structural integrity

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Facilities Engineer to join their engineering department. This hybrid role involves overseeing the design, construction, maintenance, and operational integrity of our upstream production facilities. You will be responsible for ensuring that all facilities meet stringent safety, environmental, and operational standards. The position requires a blend of remote technical support, project management, and occasional on-site supervision and inspection in the Randburg area and associated field sites. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects and maintain asset integrity, ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our production infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of new production facilities and modifications to existing infrastructure.
• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, turnaround plans, and integrity management programs.
• Oversee construction and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting operational issues and optimizing facility performance.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and contractor performance for facility-related projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in facilities engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience in managing the lifecycle of production facilities, from design to decommissioning.
• Strong knowledge of process equipment, piping, and structural integrity.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote engineering tasks with site visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Company vehicle and travel allowance for site visits.
• Defined contribution pension fund and medical aid scheme.
• Engage in critical infrastructure projects within a leading energy company.