Production Engineer

Production Engineer
 
Our client, a large north sea operator is currently recruiting for the position of Production Engineer.  This is a PAYE contract based onshore in Aberdeen, and it is a core role with them so will be a long-term contract.  Hybrid working is available (3 days office based and 2 days working from home).
 
 
MAIN ACTIVITIES:
 
Site Support

• Provide direct technical support to site operations and SMART room personnel, ensuring continuous, cost-effective improvement of process equipment in support of well interventions and trials, ultimately contributing to production optimisation.
• Analyse and resolve production and process issues using appropriate diagnostic techniques, liaising with Asset Field Operations, Performance & Growth, and SHE departments, as well as company Technical Authorities and third-party specialists where required.

 
Production Performance

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of asset production procedures.
• Support process optimisation initiatives and contribute to opportunities within the 2-year production optimisation plan.
• Engage effectively with Technical Authorities to ensure alignment on technical decisions.
• Manage derogation processes efficiently where required.
• Support the development and implementation of production management processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to the highest health and safety standards, in line with company policies and procedures.

 
Production Opportunity Process

• Contribute to the opportunity maturation process and maintain the opportunity register, including:

O Identification of opportunities and potential threats
O Ranking of opportunities using the RFM process where applicable
O Close-out of opportunities with clear demonstration of value delivered
O Capturing lessons learned and promoting knowledge sharing

• Actively participate in identifying production optimisation opportunities, with a focus on production, process, and flow assurance.
• Perform and/or lead studies for optimisation opportunities, managing associated process or multi-discipline modifications.
• Prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive RFM dossiers, ensuring effective handover to Asset Field Operations teams or third-party engineering contractors for detailed design and implementation.

 
Production Performance Tracking

• Provide input to production performance tracking and demonstrate value generated from activities.
• Monitor costs and ensure expenditures remain within approved budgets.
• Support and coordinate activities within the Production Optimisation team, applying continuous improvement methodologies.

 
 
Digital Production Optimisation Solutions

• Contribute to the development and implementation of digital solutions that enhance production optimisation.

 
Innovation

• Benchmark against industry standards and remain at the forefront of innovation in production and process technologies.
• Drive and accelerate the implementation of value-adding solutions.

 
 
 
 
Management of Third-Party Vendors
 
In coordination with Asset Project Engineers and Contract Representatives:

• Prepare scopes of work for third-party vendors and consultancy services covering study and modification activities.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations of third-party proposals.
• Support the preparation of SAP requisitions for procurement of materials and external services.
• Manage interfaces between third parties and site operations teams.
• Monitor progress of third-party studies, design, and engineering activities to ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of production, safety, and integrity issues.
• Track costs and ensure all expenditures remain within budget limits.

 
 
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience within the oil and gas sector, ideally in process, production, or refining environments.
• Strong understanding of onshore and offshore process and production systems, including flow assurance, industry standards, and relevant specifications.

 
Management & Interpersonal Skills

• Highly motivated self-starter with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Able to use initiative effectively, delivering results and responding positively to challenges and ad hoc requests.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong team player, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Committed to continuous improvement, with a focus on identifying solutions and driving better ways of working.
• Demonstrates and promotes company values and vision, with a positive and adaptable approach to change.

 
contract position
 
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/082927


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