Senior Production Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development

Bonus program

Polokwane team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to contribute to operations based in Polokwane. You will optimize oil and gas production, manage artificial lift systems, and collaborate with reservoir and operations teams to maximize asset value.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, 7+ years in production engineering, and strong expertise in artificial lift and production optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in production engineering in oil & gas.
• Strong expertise in artificial lift and production optimization.
• Proficiency with production data analysis software and simulation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to lead technical initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well performance data to identify production improvements.
• Design, implement and manage artificial lift systems (ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime and maximize output.
• Perform production forecasting and economic evaluations for field development.
• Collaborate with drilling and reservoir engineers for integrated field management.

Skills

Artificial lift

Well optimization

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Production software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent organization in the energy sector , is seeking an experienced Senior Production Engineer to contribute to their operations based in Polokwane . This role focuses on optimizing oil and gas production, managing artificial lift systems, and ensuring the efficient operation of wells. You will work closely with reservoir engineers and operations teams to enhance recovery rates and maximize asset value. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment, driving innovation in production techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well performance data to identify opportunities for production improvement.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime and maximize output.
• Perform production forecasting and economic evaluations for field development and optimization projects.
• Collaborate with drilling and reservoir engineers to ensure seamless well completions and integrated field management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in production engineering, specifically in the oil and gas industry .
• Strong expertise in artificial lift technologies and production optimization.
• Proficiency with production data analysis software and simulation tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Participation in innovative projects within the energy industry .
• A supportive team culture focused on collaboration and achievement in Polokwane .
• Annual performance bonuses.