Senior Production Engineer

Our client is seeking a motivated Senior Production Engineer to join their forward-thinking team, operating in a fully remote-first capacity, supporting operations that include assets in the Free State . This role is vital for optimizing the production of oil and gas from existing wells, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. You will leverage advanced analytical techniques and technologies to diagnose production issues, implement solutions, and enhance recovery rates.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to work autonomously, collaborate with distributed teams, and make a significant impact on production performance from anywhere, within a company that embraces flexible working and cutting-edge digital solutions in the Oil & Gas sector.

• Monitor well and field production performance, identify decline trends, and diagnose operational issues.
• Develop and implement production optimization strategies , including artificial lift design and enhancement.
• Plan and manage well interventions and workover operations to improve productivity and maintain assets.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide recommendations for artificial lift system selection, design, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geologists, and facility engineers to achieve integrated field development and production plans.
• Analyze production data using relevant software to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost reductions.

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift) and production optimization techniques.
• Proficiency with production data analysis software and tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaborative skills suitable for virtual teamwork.

• Highly competitive salary with potential for remote work bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Company-provided remote work equipment and a home office stipend.
• Access to cutting-edge digital tools and virtual collaboration platforms.