Senior Production Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Relocation assistance possible

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for our Bloemfontein operations. You will optimize oil and gas production, analyze data, and implement solutions to raise well and facility performance.

Collaboration with reservoir, drilling, and operations teams is essential to drive efficiency. The ideal candidate has 7–9 years in production engineering, strong knowledge of artificial lift systems and wellbore hydraulics, and proven onshore experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7-9 years of progressive experience in production engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven expertise in artificial lift design, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, fluid flow, and production system modeling.
• Experience with production optimization techniques and technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with production optimization software and tools.
• Experience in onshore production operations is essential.
• Knowledge of South African operational contexts within the Oil & Gas sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility performance data to identify opportunities for production enhancement.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Conduct wellbore simulation and analyze production system performance.
• Optimize production operations to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and minimize operating costs.
• Perform root cause analysis for production issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on field development plans and production forecasting.
• Work with facilities engineers to ensure integrity and efficiency of production equipment.
• Develop and review procedures for well testing, workovers, and recompletions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental best practices.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior production engineers.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and performance reviews.
• Stay current with advancements in production technology and methodologies.

Skills

Artificial lift design

Wellbore hydraulics

Production optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Production optimization software

Well modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading global energy provider, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Production Engineer to join their dynamic team in Bloemfontein, Free State . This pivotal role involves optimizing the performance of producing oil and gas wells, ensuring maximum economic recovery while adhering to stringent safety and environmental standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing production data, identifying operational issues, and implementing effective solutions to enhance well productivity and facility efficiency. You will collaborate closely with reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, and operations personnel to achieve integrated asset management goals. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging environment, contribute to significant production optimization projects, and work alongside a team of highly skilled professionals within the Oil & Gas industry. We are looking for an individual with a strong understanding of artificial lift systems, wellbore hydraulics, and production facility operations, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. The role in Bloemfontein offers a chance to make a substantial impact on operational efficiency and asset value.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility performance data to identify opportunities for production enhancement.
• Design, implement, and troubleshoot artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Conduct wellbore simulation and analyze production system performance.
• Optimize production operations to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and minimize operating costs.
• Perform root cause analysis for production issues and develop corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on field development plans and production forecasting.
• Work with facilities engineers to ensure integrity and efficiency of production equipment.
• Develop and review procedures for well testing, workovers, and recompletions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental best practices.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior production engineers.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and performance reviews.
• Stay current with advancements in production technology and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7-9 years of progressive experience in production engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven expertise in artificial lift design, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, fluid flow, and production system modeling.
• Experience with production optimization techniques and technologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with production optimization software and tools.
• Experience in onshore production operations is essential.
• Knowledge of South African operational contexts within the Oil & Gas sector is beneficial.
• A commitment to promoting a safe and environmentally responsible work culture.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and performance-based bonuses. This position provides significant opportunities for professional development and career growth within a respected energy company. You will be part of our operations based in Bloemfontein, Free State , contributing to critical production optimization efforts. We provide access to advanced technologies and ongoing training programs. Join a team dedicated to operational excellence and innovation in the Oil & Gas sector. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your production engineering career.