Production Engineer - Shelf

Talos Energy is a leader in offshore energy exploration and production. We are one of the largest independent producers in the U.S. Gulf of America and offshore Mexico, with an asset portfolio that is oil-weighted, highly operated and primarily located in prolific deepwater regions. Our employees are our most valuable asset. They define our ability to pursue our goals with passion, integrity and success.

Position Summary
The Production Engineer is responsible for well activities within the framework of Talos Energy LLC’s policies and procedures and in compliance of applicable regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Monitor day-to-day production and well activities across Talos fields, ensuring timely performance tracking and reporting

Provide engineering analysis, recommendations, and insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making

Oversee wellwork projects, including supervision of site personnel and stewardship of all related AFEs (capital and expense)

Collaborate with operators and partners to influence decisions, ensure data transparency, and address risks to production forecasts

Identify and drive production optimization and debottlenecking opportunities for key assets.

Perform well and field performance analysis using tools such as PROSPER (nodal), GAP (network), MBAL (material balance), and decline/pressure analysis methods

Manage and advance AFEs through the GOM JIU approval process, including economic evaluations and justification documentation

Maintain and utilize OFM databases and other systems to evaluate and report production performance

Support HSE initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and procedures

Build and maintain strong cross‑functional and external relationships to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing

Education & Experience

Minimum of 5 years experience in upstream oil and gas environment

Bachelor’s degree in petroleum engineering, chemical engineering or related field

Qualifications & Skills

Experience in production monitoring, optimization, forecasting, and operations

Knowledge of completion design and operations, including artificial lift, stimulation, gravel pack, fracturing, and smart well systems

Experience with deepwater developments; operator experience preferred

Well performance evaluation experience, including pressure transient analysis

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize a high‑volume workload

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

High integrity with sound judgment in handling ethical situations

Proactive approach to self‑development and continuous improvement

Willingness to work a flexible and demanding schedule

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Physical Requirements
Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time and have use of arms and hands in repetitive motion. A fair amount of standing and walking is also required for the position.

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