Senior Production Engineer

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance may be provided.

Opportunities for professional develop

Descripción de la vacante

WhatJobs Direct in Kimberley, Northern Cape, SA is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to optimize hydrocarbon production across assets. The role emphasizes production systems, artificial lift, well performance analysis, and surface facilities to maximize value while ensuring safe operations.

You will collaborate with reservoir and facility engineers to identify improvement opportunities, develop forecasts and budgets, mentor junior engineers, and prepare technical reports for management.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in production engineering within oil and gas.
• Proven experience with artificial lift system design, operation, and optimization.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, fluid flow, and thermodynamics.
• Proficiency in production analysis software and data management tools.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and analyze well and field production data to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Optimize artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift) for maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Conduct well test analysis and pressure transient analysis to assess reservoir performance.
• Troubleshoot production-related issues, including flow assurance problems and equipment failures.
• Support the design and operation of surface production facilities.
• Develop and manage production forecasts and budgets.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on field development plans and infill drilling strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.
• Mentor junior production engineers and contribute to team development.

Conocimientos

Production engineering

Artificial lift design

Well performance analysis

Surface facilities

Production forecasting

Data management tools

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

Production analysis software

Data management tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Production Engineer to join their dynamic team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA . This role is integral to optimizing hydrocarbon production from our client's assets, ensuring efficient and safe operations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of production systems, artificial lift, well performance analysis, and surface facilities. You will work closely with reservoir engineers, geologists, and facility engineers to identify production enhancement opportunities, troubleshoot operational issues, and manage production forecasting. This position requires excellent analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximizing the value of our client's oil and gas resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and field production data to identify performance trends and opportunities for improvement.


• Optimize artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift) for maximum efficiency and reliability.


• Conduct well test analysis and pressure transient analysis to assess reservoir performance.


• Troubleshoot production-related issues, including flow assurance problems and equipment failures.


• Support the design and operation of surface production facilities.


• Develop and manage production forecasts and budgets.


• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on field development plans and infill drilling strategies.


• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.


• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.


• Mentor junior production engineers and contribute to team development.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.


• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in production engineering within the oil and gas industry.


• Proven experience with artificial lift system design, operation, and optimization.


• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, fluid flow, and thermodynamics.


• Proficiency in production analysis software and data management tools.


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


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.


• Experience with process simulation for production systems is a plus.


• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to operational sites as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.


• Annual performance-based bonus.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.


• Generous paid time off and leave allowances.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• Exposure to diverse production challenges and technologies.


• Relocation assistance may be provided.


• A supportive and collaborative work environment.