Upstream Facilities Engineer — Hybrid Work (Oil & Gas)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Medical benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a competent Facilities Engineer (upstream oil and gas) to join its hybrid Soweto team. You will design, construct, operate and maintain surface facilities for hydrocarbon production, ensuring safety, efficiency and environmental compliance.

The role combines on-site collaboration in Soweto with remote flexibility and close cooperation with project managers, construction teams and operations staff to deliver safe, reliable facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in facilities engineering for upstream oil & gas projects.
• Strong knowledge of process design, equipment selection and P&ID development.
• Familiar with API/ASME codes and safety standards.
• Experience with project management and construction oversight.

Responsibilities

• Design upstream oil and gas production facilities and associated systems.
• Develop P&IDs, equipment specs and construction drawings.
• Oversee construction, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Provide technical support for operation and maintenance of facilities.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for upgrades.

Skills

P&ID development

Facility design

Project management

Hybrid collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

API standards

ASME standards

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a competent Facilities Engineer (upstream oil and gas) to join its hybrid Soweto team. You will design, construct, operate and maintain surface facilities for hydrocarbon production, ensuring safety, efficiency and environmental compliance.

The role combines on-site collaboration in Soweto with remote flexibility and close cooperation with project managers, construction teams and operations staff to deliver safe, reliable facilities.