Senior Well Completion Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid work model

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Life assurance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Well Completion Engineer to design, plan, and execute well completion operations in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role collaborates with drilling, production, and reservoir teams to maximize safe hydrocarbon production and optimize well performance.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with various completion types, hardware, and artificial lift systems, and will work in a hybrid office/remote model in Polokwane.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years in well completions engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Experience with various completion types, completion hardware, and downhole tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to lead technical discussions.
• Familiarity with API and industry best practices for well completions.

Responsabilidades

• Design and optimize well completion programs for various well types such as conventional, unconventional, and subsea.
• Select appropriate completion equipment including liners, screens, packers, and subsurface safety valves.
• Develop detailed completion procedures and contingency plans.
• Supervise and support offshore/onshore completion operations.
• Perform completion-related calculations including hydraulic analysis and pressure drop estimations.
• Review post-completion data and prepare performance reports.

Conhecimentos

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Wellbore modeling

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Ferramentas

Completion design software

Open-hole / gravel-pack tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading Oil & Gas operator, is seeking a skilled Senior Well Completion Engineer to join their technical team in Polokwane, Limpopo . This role is responsible for the design, planning, and execution of well completion operations aimed at maximizing hydrocarbon production safely and efficiently. You will work closely with drilling, production, and reservoir engineering teams to ensure optimal well performance throughout its productive life. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with various completion types, completion hardware, and artificial lift systems. This is a Hybrid position, offering a blend of in-office responsibilities and remote flexibility. Based in Polokwane , you will contribute to key projects within the company's operational landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Design and optimize well completion programs for various well types (e.g., conventional, unconventional, subsea). Select appropriate completion equipment, including liners, screens, packers, and subsurface safety valves. Develop detailed completion procedures and contingency plans. Supervise and support offshore/onshore completion operations. Perform completion-related calculations, including hydraulic analysis and pressure drop estimations. Troubleshoot completion issues encountered during operations and provide technical solutions. Ensure compliance with well integrity standards and company policies during completion phases. Collaborate with reservoir engineers on inflow performance modeling and production optimization. Review post-completion data and prepare performance reports.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Minimum of 7 years of experience in well completions engineering within the Oil & Gas industry. Strong understanding of completion hardware, materials, and downhole tools. Experience with various completion types, including single/multi-string, open-hole, and gravel-packed completions. Knowledge of artificial lift systems (ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift) and their integration into completions. Proficiency in wellbore modeling and completion design software. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions. Familiarity with API and industry best practices for well completions.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings contributions, and life assurance. Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development are actively encouraged through training programs and industry engagement. The Hybrid work model in Polokwane supports a flexible approach to work. We value work-life balance and offer ample paid time off. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Join a dedicated team focused on innovation and operational excellence in the Oil & Gas sector.