Production Engineer - Oil & Gas

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer"

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Production Engineer for the Pretoria-based hybrid role. The candidate will optimize oil and gas production from existing wells and facilities, leveraging experience in artificial lift systems, wellbore hydraulics, and production forecasting.

Collaboration with field operations and maintenance teams is essential to meet targets and ensure asset integrity. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in production engineering within Oil & Gas, strong data management, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in production engineering within oil & gas.
• Proficiency in production analysis software and artificial lift system design.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production performance and analyze well data for optimization opportunities.
• Design, implement and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Troubleshoot production issues and minimize downtime to maximize recovery.
• Perform production forecasting and contribute to planning and budgeting.

Skills

Production optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Production analysis software

Artificial lift design software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to join their team in Pretoria. This hybrid role allows for a flexible work arrangement, combining on-site collaboration with remote work capabilities. You will be instrumental in optimizing oil and gas production from existing wells and facilities, ensuring operational efficiency and maximizing output. The ideal candidate has a strong background in production optimization techniques, artificial lift systems, and production forecasting. You will work closely with field operations, reservoir engineers, and maintenance teams to achieve production targets and maintain asset integrity within the dynamic Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production performance, analyze well data, and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime and maximize recovery.
• Conduct production forecasting and contribute to production planning and budgeting.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support field development and facility upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficiency in production analysis software and artificial lift system design and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, fluid properties, and production operations.
• Experience with production data management and reporting.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment and contribute effectively in both office and remote settings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in Pretoria.