Job Reference: 201333**Upstream****Start Date:** 18/11/2025 **Applications close on:** 18/11/2025 **Contract Type:** Contract **Country:** Kuwait **Discipline:** Data Acquisition **Minimum Experience:** 4 Years\+ **Job Contact:** gemma.stephens@visuna.com **Job Title: Testing Data Acquisition Engineer (Surface** **Well Testing – Exploration)** **Location:** Onshore, Kuwait **Duration:** Minimum 3 months (with possible extension) **Company:** Major Oil \& Gas Service Company **Start Date:** ASAP **Position Summary** We are seeking **three (3\) experienced Testing Data** **Acquisition Engineers** to join our onshore exploration project team in Kuwait. The selected candidates will be responsible for operating and maintaining surface well testing (SWT) data acquisition systems, ensuring high\-quality data collection, system integrity, and safe operations during exploration and flowback activities. **Key Responsibilities** * Operate and monitor data acquisition systems for **Surface Well Testing (SWT)** during exploration and production testing. * Ensure accurate real\-time data recording, validation, and reporting of well parameters (pressure, temperature, flow rates, density, etc.). * Configure, calibrate, and maintain acquisition hardware and sensors (pressure transducers, temperature sensors, flow meters, etc.). * Troubleshoot system or sensor issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime. * Work closely with the Well Test Supervisor and client representatives to ensure proper data delivery and operational efficiency. * Maintain data integrity, prepare test reports, and back up all recorded information in compliance with company standards. * Ensure all operations are performed safely and in line with HSE policies and procedures. * Bachelor’s degree or diploma in **Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Electrical, or** **Instrumentation)** or equivalent technical field. * Minimum **3–5 years** of experience in **Surface Well Testing** operations. * Hands\-on experience with **data acquisition systems and software** (e.g., CERTIS, IRDV, or equivalent). * Strong understanding of surface well testing equipment and field data validation. * Proven ability to interpret well test data and troubleshoot acquisition system issues. * Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in multi\-disciplinary teams. ### **Benefit of Working with Visuna?** * A dedicated member of the team responsible for your placements and welfare * Some of the best day rates in the industry * FREE worldwide insurance and Medevac cover whist on a Placement * 24/7 access to our specialist support team * Assistance and advice on a range of business topics * FREE access to our Competency Scheme * Increased exposure to potential clients and more placement opportunities