Senior Production Engineer - Operations Optimization

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonuses

Medical aid and retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and optimize production from existing assets. You will analyze production data, identify improvement opportunities, and implement strategies to boost efficiency in a hybrid work model.

The role requires 7+ years in production engineering in Oil & Gas, with experience in artificial lift, well performance analysis, and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in production engineering within Oil & Gas.
• Experience with artificial lift systems (ESP, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Strong knowledge of production facilities, operations, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production performance and identify deviations.
• Analyze well performance data to diagnose issues and recommend remedial actions.
• Develop and implement production enhancement projects to maximize recovery.
• Conduct technical reviews of development plans and facility modifications.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geologists, and operations staff to meet targets.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally sound operations.
• Prepare production forecasts and economic evaluations for enhancement projects.
• Troubleshoot production-related operational problems.

Skills

Production optimization

Data analysis

Artificial lift

Well performance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the energy sector, is seeking a results-oriented Senior Production Engineer to contribute to their operational excellence in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role focuses on maximizing hydrocarbon recovery and optimizing production efficiency from existing assets. You will analyze production data, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance performance. The position utilizes a hybrid work model, allowing for essential site visits and collaboration in Nelspruit, alongside remote work for data analysis and reporting. This is a key role in ensuring the efficient and profitable operation of our client's assets within the Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production performance and identify deviations from expected results.
• Analyze well performance data to diagnose issues and recommend remedial actions (e.g., artificial lift optimization, stimulation, recompletion).
• Develop and implement production enhancement projects to maximize recovery.
• Conduct technical reviews of new development plans and existing facility modifications.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geologists, and operations staff to achieve production targets.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally sound production operations.
• Prepare production forecasts and economic evaluations for production enhancement projects.
• Troubleshoot production-related operational problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in analyzing well performance and implementing artificial lift systems (e.g., ESP, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Strong understanding of production facilities, operations, and safety procedures.
• Proficiency with production analysis software and data management tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities for a hybrid role in Nelspruit.
• Willingness and ability to undertake occasional site visits to operational locations.
• Experience with unconventional resources is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, along with performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional growth are available through continuous training, skill development, and exposure to diverse production challenges.
• The hybrid work model based in Nelspruit supports a flexible and balanced lifestyle.

You will be an integral part of a dedicated team focused on operational efficiency and maximizing value from energy resources in Mpumalanga region.