Remote Production Engineer - Offshore O&G Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical, dental and retirement plans

Remote-first model

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Production Engineer for a fully remote opportunity supporting offshore oil and gas operations. This role focuses on optimizing production, ensuring safe operation of wells and facilities, and using data analysis to maximize recovery and minimize downtime.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering and at least 7 years of upstream production experience, with proficiency in production systems and artificial lift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in petroleum/mechanical engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 7 years in production engineering within upstream oil & gas.
• Strong knowledge of production system analysis and artificial lift techniques.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production performance data.
• Identify opportunities to optimize production rates and recovery.
• Specify, troubleshoot, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps).
• Develop and implement well interventions and workover programs.
• Conduct production forecasting and manage production targets.
• Collaborate with reservoir and integrity engineers for alignment and safety.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Production optimization software

Data analysis tools

Production logging interpretation

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a skilled Production Engineer for a fully remote opportunity supporting offshore oil and gas operations. This role is critical for optimizing hydrocarbon production, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of wells and associated facilities. The engineer will analyze production data, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement strategies to maximize recovery and minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production system analysis, artificial lift methods, and well performance monitoring. As a remote-first position, you will collaborate virtually with field teams, operations managers, and other engineering disciplines, utilizing advanced digital tools. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to make a substantial impact on operational efficiency, supporting operations connected to Bloemfontein, Free State , while working from your chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production performance data.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities to optimize production rates and recovery factors.
• Specify, troubleshoot, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps).
• Develop and implement well interventions and workover programs.
• Conduct production forecasting and manage production targets.
• Analyze and address production-related issues such as sand production, water cut, and gas lift optimization.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to ensure alignment between production strategies and reservoir management.
• Work with integrity engineers to ensure the reliability and safety of production facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for operational improvements.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in production engineering within the upstream oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of production system analysis, well performance, and artificial lift techniques.
• Experience with production optimization software and data analysis tools.
• Proficiency in understanding and interpreting production logging data.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote-first setup.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa .
• Experience with offshore production operations is highly desirable.

Benefits

This fully remote position comes with a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans. WhatJobs Direct supports continuous learning through access to industry conferences, training courses, and professional development resources. The remote-first model offers unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance. Join a respected organization that is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector, supporting critical projects related to Free State .