Remote Production Optimization Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Performance bonus

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Production Optimization Engineer to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and efficiency across assets. You will analyze production data, identify optimization opportunities, and recommend strategies for artificial lift and well interventions.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making in a fully remote setting. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of production or reservoir engineering experience in oil and gas, with strong skills in production software such as PROSPER and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering or related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years in production or reservoir engineering roles in oil and gas.
• Proven ability to analyze production data and identify optimization opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Familiarity with production software and simulation tools (PROSPER, GAP, nodal analysis).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and remote-collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data from wells and facilities to identify trends and optimization opportunities.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies (artificial lift, well workovers).
• Perform decline curve analysis and production forecasting.
• Model and simulate reservoir and production system performance.
• Evaluate upgrades to facilities and equipment.
• Collaborate with field operations, reservoir engineering, and geology teams.
• Monitor results and report on performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Data analysis

Visualization

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

PROSPER

GAP

Nodal analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative upstream oil and gas operator, is seeking a dedicated Remote Production Optimization Engineer to enhance hydrocarbon recovery and operational efficiency across their assets. This fully remote position allows you to contribute significantly to maximizing production performance without the need for office presence. You will analyze production data, identify optimization opportunities, and recommend strategies for artificial lift, well interventions, and facility upgrades. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of production engineering principles, and proficiency in production data analysis software. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise and drive improvements in the energy sector from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production data from wells and facilities to identify trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities.


• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies, including artificial lift optimization, well stimulation, and workovers.


• Perform decline curve analysis and production forecasting.


• Model and simulate reservoir and production system performance.


• Evaluate and recommend upgrades to production facilities and equipment.


• Collaborate with field operations, reservoir engineering, and geology teams to execute optimization plans.


• Monitor the performance of implemented optimization strategies and report on results.


• Troubleshoot production issues and develop solutions to maximize uptime and efficiency.


• Stay current with industry best practices and new technologies in production optimization.


• Prepare technical reports and present findings and recommendations to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production engineering or reservoir engineering roles within the oil and gas industry.


• Proven experience in analyzing production data and identifying optimization opportunities.


• Strong knowledge of artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).


• Familiarity with production software and simulation tools (e.g., PROSPER, GAP, nodal analysis).


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


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.


• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.


• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.


• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

This role offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including robust health insurance, retirement planning, and potential for performance bonuses. As a fully remote position, it offers exceptional flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides ongoing professional development opportunities through training, access to advanced software, and exposure to diverse projects. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and efficiency, contributing to optimizing energy production globally, all from your chosen remote location.