Lead Production Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Production Engineer to join a fully remote technical team serving oil and gas assets. You will optimize production, analyze well performance, and design artificial lift systems, working with reservoir and drilling teams in a digitally connected environment.

The role requires a strong background in production optimization, reservoir principles, and remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of upstream production engineering experience.
• Extensive experience with artificial lift methods and production optimization techniques.
• Ability to analyze well test data, production logs, and decline curves.
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering principles and their impact on production.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in production engineering software and simulation tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production optimization strategies for oil and gas assets.
• Analyze well and facility performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESP, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Prepare production forecasts and economic evaluations for development opportunities.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to integrate reservoir performance into production plans.
• Work with drilling and completion engineers on new well and intervention planning.
• Oversee the technical integrity and performance of production facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot production-related issues and provide timely technical support.
• Mentor and guide junior production engineers.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Production optimization

Artificial lift systems

Well performance analysis

Production forecasting

Reservoir engineering

Project leadership

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading energy operator, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Production Engineer to join their remote technical team. While operational and strategic oversight is managed through their Klerksdorp, North West hub, this position is fully remote, offering exceptional flexibility. You will play a crucial role in optimizing production from existing fields, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production facilities. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in production optimization techniques, artificial lift systems, well performance analysis, and production forecasting. This role demands strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a virtual environment, contributing to the company's success in maximizing asset value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production optimization strategies for oil and gas assets.


• Analyze well and facility performance, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions.


• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESP, rod pumps, gas lift).


• Prepare production forecasts and economic evaluations for development opportunities.


• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to integrate reservoir performance into production plans.


• Work with drilling and completion engineers on new well and intervention planning.


• Oversee the technical integrity and performance of production facilities and equipment.


• Troubleshoot production-related issues and provide timely technical support.


• Mentor and guide junior production engineers.


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline. A Master's degree is preferred.


• Minimum of 10 years of experience in production engineering within the upstream oil and gas sector.


• Extensive experience with various artificial lift methods and production optimization techniques.


• Proven ability to analyze well test data, production logs, and decline curves.


• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering principles and their impact on production.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Proficiency in production engineering software and simulation tools.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.


• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor team members in a remote setting.


• Must hold valid work authorization for South Africa or be eligible to work remotely while based there.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and bonus package, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement savings plan.


• This fully remote position provides an excellent work-life balance.


• Significant opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and career advancement are available.


• This role contributes to the company's production operations managed through Klerksdorp, North West, offering a chance to make a significant impact from anywhere.