Field Development Engineer - Project Planning & Execution

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a proficient Field Development Engineer in Mahikeng, North West, to plan, design, and execute field development projects from concept to production startup. The role involves integrating geological, reservoir, and production data to optimize field layouts, well trajectories and facilities.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years in field development engineering within Oil & Gas, with strong project management and economic evaluation skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Chemical Engineering and related disciplines.
• 7+ years of field development engineering experience in Oil & Gas.
• Experience in integrated field development planning and project management.
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering, production operations, and facilities design.
• Familiarity with economic evaluation techniques and project finance.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in North West region is beneficial.

Mansioni

• Lead field development studies and project execution plans.
• Integrate subsurface data with surface facilities design.
• Develop conceptual designs for production facilities, including wells, pipelines, and processing units.
• Optimize well placement and production profiles.
• Conduct economic evaluations and feasibility studies.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources with project managers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including subsurface, facilities, and operations.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations for project stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement and construction phases per design specifications.

Conoscenze

Field development planning

Project management

Reservoir engineering

Facilities design

Economic evaluation

Engineering software

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

Engineering software

Simulation tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a proficient Field Development Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is instrumental in planning, designing, and executing field development projects, from conceptual studies through to production startup. The successful candidate will integrate geological, reservoir, and production data to optimize field layouts, well trajectories, and production facilities. This is an excellent opportunity to drive impactful projects within a challenging operational environment. The role is based in Mahikeng , a key administrative and economic center in the North West province, offering strategic operational positioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to field development studies and project execution plans.
• Integrate subsurface data (geology, reservoir) with surface facilities design.
• Develop conceptual designs for production facilities, including wells, pipelines, and processing units.
• Optimize well placement, completion strategies, and production profiles.
• Conduct economic evaluations and feasibility studies for development options.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources in coordination with project managers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including subsurface, facilities, and operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for project stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement and construction phases, ensuring adherence to design specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in field development engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in integrated field development planning and project management.
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering, production operations, and facilities design.
• Familiarity with economic evaluation techniques and project finance.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience within the operational context of the North West region is beneficial.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and performance-related bonuses. This role presents significant opportunities for career advancement and exposure to diverse development projects. Professional development programs and training are readily available. You will be part of a skilled and collaborative team working on crucial energy infrastructure. The role is situated in Mahikeng , the capital of the North West province, offering a central location for regional operations.