Remote Lead Petroleum Engineer - Production Optimization

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Annual leave

Training & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Petroleum Engineer specialized in Production Optimization for a fully remote role. You will drive efficiency across production assets, maximize output, and minimize costs from a home office while interfacing with a globally distributed team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Petroleum Engineering with 10+ years of experience and a proven track record in artificial lift systems, production analysis, and data visualization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in petroleum engineering with focus on production optimization.
• Expertise in artificial lift systems (ESP, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Proficiency in production analysis software and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, surface facilities and fluid flow.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and guide production engineering activities for assigned assets.
• Develop and implement strategies for artificial lift optimization and well performance enhancement.
• Analyze production data, identify trends, and troubleshoot remotely.
• Lead projects to improve recovery factors and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with subsurface and operations teams globally via virtual channels.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and field personnel.
• Develop production forecasts and economic evaluations for projects.
• Stay updated with advancements in production technology and best practices.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations for management.

Skills

Production optimization

Artificial lift expertise

Data visualization

Production analysis software

Wellbore hydraulics

Surface facilities

Fluid flow

Remote leadership

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Virtual communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Petroleum engineering software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Petroleum Engineer specialized in Production Optimization for a fully remote role. You will drive efficiency across production assets, maximize output, and minimize costs from a home office while interfacing with a globally distributed team.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Petroleum Engineering with 10+ years of experience and a proven track record in artificial lift systems, production analysis, and data visualization.