Senior Petroleum Engineer

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Training & certifications

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Petroleum Engineer to optimize production from existing fields and evaluate new developments near East London in the Eastern Cape. The role focuses on reservoir analysis, well performance, and production enhancement to maximize asset value.

You will collaborate across disciplines, perform economic evaluations, and mentor junior engineers to strengthen the team’s capabilities in a challenging oil & gas environment.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Minimum 8 years of upstream Petroleum Engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization and production operations.
• Experience with offshore or onshore oil & gas activities is valued.

Responsibilities

• Analyze well performance data to identify production issues and optimization opportunities.
• Develop strategies for artificial lift, water management, and EOR techniques.
• Perform reservoir simulations and economic evaluations to support field development decisions.
• Collaborate with geologists, drilling and facility engineers to drive joint execution.
• Prepare technical reports and forecasts for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the team.

Skills

Reservoir analysis

Well performance

Production optimization

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Reservoir simulation software

Forecasting tools

Python/MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading company in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly competent Senior Petroleum Engineer to join their team operating near East London. This role will involve optimizing production from existing fields and evaluating new development opportunities. You will utilize your expertise in reservoir analysis, well performance, and production enhancement techniques to maximize asset value. Working within a collaborative environment, this position offers the chance to significantly influence operational strategies and contribute to the company's success in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze well performance data to identify production issues and opportunities for optimization.


• Develop and implement strategies for artificial lift, water management, and enhanced oil recovery (EOR).


• Perform reservoir simulations and economic evaluations to support field development decisions.


• Collaborate with geologists, drilling engineers, and facility engineers to ensure integrated project execution.


• Prepare technical reports, forecasts, and recommendations for management.


• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the petroleum engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.


• Minimum of 8 years of experience in petroleum engineering, preferably within the upstream Oil & Gas industry.


• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software, production forecasting tools, and data analysis.


• Strong understanding of reservoir characterization, wellbore mechanics, and production operations.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Experience in offshore or onshore Oil & Gas operations is highly valued for this role in East London.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.


• Hybrid work arrangement that balances operational requirements with employee flexibility.


• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.


• A challenging and rewarding role within a respected Oil & Gas organization.


• Direct contribution to the energy sector's development in the East London area.