Entry level Petroleum Engineer

Full Job Description

Job Summary:  The Petroleum Engineer (Production) will be responsible for the regulatory aspects of ensuring optimal production performance, real-time production monitoring, selection, and operation of production systems, including artificial lift. He/she will participate in the planning, acquisition, validation, and interpretation of production data. He/she reports to the Senior Petroleum Engineer (Production and Measurement)/

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the monitoring and regulation of acquisition, validation, and interpretation of production-related data.
  
• Participate in undertaking field monitoring and reporting on production and injection systems.
  
• Contribute to the review of Licensee applications for Annual Production Permits.
  
• Contribute to the review of licensee work programs and budgets, especially those related to production systems and operations.
  
• Participate in the measurement of produced petroleum with related activities, including back allocation and others.
  
• Track production volumes and targets and undertake forecasting of Oil and Gas production to support regulatory decision-making.
  
• Support the management of development and production data.
  
• Support in ensuring accurate and timely submission of production data by licensees.
  
• Support the development of an internal production database.
  
• Assist in the evaluation of historical production data and advise on opportunities for production enhancement and optimization, as well as assist in the monitoring and analysis of petroleum reservoir performance.
  
• Support in the evaluation and review of field development and production programs, plans, consents, applications, permits, and production forecasts submitted by licensees.
  
• Evaluate technical studies relating to production operations, production monitoring, artificial lift systems, production optimization opportunities, and new technologies to ensure technical suitability and regulatory compliance.
  
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
  

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Mechanical, Petroleum or Chemical Engineering, Oil and Gas Production or Oil and Gas Engineering from an internationally recognized university.
  
• A minimum of one (1) year’s working experience in a similar role in the petroleum sector in a reputable organization.
  
• A Master’s Degree in Petroleum Engineering, Production Engineering, oil and gas engineering, or related disciplines from an internationally recognized university/institution.
  
• Membership to at least one relevant professional body.
  
• Analytical and evaluative skills.
  
• Negotiation skills.
  
• High level of integrity.
  
• Communication and Report writing skills.
  
• Interpersonal skills.