Senior Petroleum Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Online learning & training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Petroleum Engineer for a fully remote role serving assets linked to Gauteng and surrounding regions. You will lead reservoir performance analysis, production optimization, and field development strategies from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in petroleum engineering, expertise in production analysis software, and hands-on experience with ESPs, rod pumps, and gas lift. Remote work requires strong communication and self-motivation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years' progressive experience in petroleum engineering.
• Proficiency in production analysis software and economic modeling tools.
• Experience with artificial lift methods (ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Ability to work independently and remotely with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze reservoir performance and develop production forecasts.
• Identify production optimization opportunities and implement strategies.
• Evaluate artificial lift systems and other enhancement techniques.
• Perform economic evaluations for development and workovers.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and geologists remotely.
• Plan and execute well intervention and workover operations.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Develop annual production and cost budgets for assets.
• Stay current with new petroleum engineering technologies.
• Prepare technical reports for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Remote collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Production analysis software

Economic modeling tools

Reservoir simulation interpretation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent independent energy company, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Engineer to join their growing team in a fully remote capacity. While the position is remote, the engineer will contribute to projects and operations often linked to assets in regions such as Gauteng . This role is ideal for a self-motivated and technically adept professional who excels in managing reservoir performance, optimizing production, and contributing to field development strategies from a remote setting. The successful candidate will leverage advanced analytical tools and collaborate extensively with field teams and management via digital platforms. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in petroleum engineering, strong problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to thrive in an autonomous, remote work environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's success while enjoying the flexibility of working from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze reservoir performance, conduct decline curve analysis, and develop production forecasts.
• Identify opportunities for production optimization and implement appropriate strategies.
• Evaluate and recommend artificial lift systems and other production enhancement techniques.
• Perform economic evaluations for various development scenarios and workovers.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geologists, and drilling engineers in a remote setting.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of well intervention and workover operations.
• Monitor well and facility performance, troubleshooting operational issues as they arise.
• Develop and manage annual production and cost budgets for assigned assets.
• Stay current with new technologies and methodologies in petroleum engineering.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in petroleum engineering, with a strong focus on production optimization and field development.
• Proficiency in production analysis software, economic modeling tools, and reservoir simulation interpretation.
• Experience with various artificial lift methods (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote work environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating remotely.
• Familiarity with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Must be eligible to work remotely from South Africa .

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, potential for annual bonuses, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Our client prioritizes professional development, offering access to online learning platforms, virtual training sessions, and industry webinars.
• This role provides significant autonomy and flexibility, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to contribute to significant projects across various regions while working from home is a key advantage.