Senior Production Engineer - Offshore Asset Experience

Novetus Engineering LLC

$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of production experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering.
  • Preferred experience in field operations and facilities project execution.
  • Familiarity with nodal analysis software and advanced pressure transient analysis.
  • Offshore and deepwater production experience is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently and offer unique perspectives in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily production operations for Gulf of America deepwater assets.
  • Manage field personnel and third-party contractors effectively.
  • Track well and flowline performance and recommend necessary operational adjustments.
  • Develop and maintain Subsea Operating Procedures for assets.
  • Create and implement flow assurance and integrity management programs.
  • Ensure timely completion of regulatory testing requirements.
  • Collaborate with Host Operators and Joint Venture Partners for optimal operations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in offshore and deepwater environments.
  • Engagement in both operated and non-operated asset management.
  • Exposure to collaborative efforts with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Professional growth through diverse operational challenges.
  • Supportive working atmosphere with minimal supervision and a flexible operating environment.
Full Job Description
This role provides facilities and well engineering expertise for both current and future developments, including operated and non-operated assets. The position supports operations of Off-shore assets in the Gulf of America.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties
  • Oversee all day-to-day production operations for operated deepwater Gulf of America assets.
  • Manage and support field personnel as well as third-party contractors.
  • Track well and flowline performance and recommend operational adjustments as needed.
  • Develop and maintain Subsea Operating Procedures for producing assets.
  • Create and implement flow assurance and integrity management programs.
  • Ensure all regulatory testing requirements are completed on schedule.
  • Work collaboratively with Host Operators and Joint Venture Partners.
  • Participate in well workover activities or flowline remediation efforts when required.
  • Manage well unloading operations for newly completed wells flowing back to host facilities.
  • Prepare and deliver weekly management updates, including analysis of actual production versus forecast.
  • Review well designs to confirm optimal completion strategies for expected production conditions.
  • Maintain a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental performance.


Qualifications & Education Requirements
  • Minimum of 10+ years of production experience in the oil and gas industry.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
  • Experience in field operations is preferred.
  • Background in facilities project execution.
  • Familiarity with nodal analysis software.
  • Offshore and deepwater production experience is preferred.
  • Advanced understanding of pressure transient analysis and related software.
  • Ability to think independently and offer original or contrarian perspectives when appropriate.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.


Attributes
  • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
  • Proven capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Highly productive and reliable, consistently delivering accurate work on time.
  • Works effectively with minimal supervision and thrives in an informal operating environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and contribute to team-based problem solving.
  • Energetic, self-motivated, and hands-on in day-to-day responsibilities.
  • Able to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
  • Comfortable working with diverse colleagues, partners, and government entities globally.
  • Skilled at coordinating across departments and managing multiple concurrent tasks.
  • Strong problem-solving, time-management, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across all organizational levels.


Travel Requirements
  • Office Location will be Houston, TX
  • Approximately 10% travel is required.
  • Regular travel to offshore locations is possible; candidates must be able to pass HUET training, travel by helicopter, ride on service vessels, and safely navigate outdoor stairways and similar environments.


Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The role requires the ability to work in a standard office environment and operate typical office equipment. Candidates must be able to maintain focus despite interruptions, lift up to 25 pounds, read printed and digital materials, and communicate clearly in person and by phone.

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