Senior Upstream Petroleum Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Ibrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Home office allowance

Flexible hours

Digital collaboration tools

Global projects

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Upstream Petroleum Engineer for our Pretoria-based energy client. The role focuses on optimizing existing oil and gas assets, evaluating new opportunities, production analysis, well performance, reservoir management, and field development planning in a remote-first setting.

You will apply advanced engineering principles, collaborate with geoscientists and drilling engineers, mentor juniors, and drive innovation while ensuring safety and

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of upstream oil and gas experience.
• Proficient in production engineering, well analysis and reservoir management.
• Experience with EOR a plus.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Mansioni

• Analyze well performance data and identify opportunities for production enhancement.
• Develop artificial lift strategies and workover programs.
• Perform decline curve analysis and production forecasting.
• Conduct reservoir simulations and assist in reservoir management.
• Prepare technical reports, economic evaluations, and investment proposals.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, facility engineers, and drilling engineers.
• Evaluate technical and economic feasibility of new development projects.
• Ensure safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Stay updated on new technologies and industry best practices in upstream petroleum engineering.

Conoscenze

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Independent work

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

Reservoir simulation software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and expanding entity in the Pretoria energy sector, is actively recruiting a highly experienced Senior Upstream Petroleum Engineer . This role is critical for optimizing the performance of existing oil and gas assets and evaluating new exploration and development opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of activities, including production analysis, well performance monitoring, reservoir management, and the development of field development plans. You will leverage advanced engineering principles and state-of-the-art technology to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and ensure efficient operations. This position offers a significant opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of our client's upstream operations within the Gauteng region. We are looking for a self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively within a team, driving innovation and delivering impactful results in a remote-first environment. The role demands strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of upstream petroleum engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze well performance data and identify opportunities for production enhancement.
• Develop and implement artificial lift strategies and workover programs.
• Perform decline curve analysis and production forecasting.
• Conduct reservoir simulation studies and assist in reservoir management.
• Prepare technical reports, economic evaluations, and investment proposals.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, facility engineers, and drilling engineers.
• Evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of new development projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and industry best practices in upstream petroleum engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in upstream oil and gas operations.
• Proven experience in production engineering, well analysis, and reservoir management.
• Proficiency with relevant petroleum engineering software and analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of reservoir engineering principles and fluid flow in porous media.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, adept at remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience with enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques is a plus.
• A proactive mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous learning support.
• Home office setup allowance and reimbursement for internet costs.
• Flexible working hours conducive to remote work.
• Access to advanced digital collaboration platforms.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects globally.