Drilling Fluids Expert | Mud Engineer

Mazrui International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazrui International, via Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC), seeks a Drilling Fluids Specialist (Mud Engineer) to provide field-based fluid engineering support in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee drilling fluids programs, supervise lab testing, optimize fluid systems, and coordinate with operations to ensure well integrity and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in drilling fluids, a relevant engineering degree, and GCC experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–8 years’ experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist / Mud Engineer.
• Experience with drilling fluids, solids control, and waste management.
• GCC experience, preferably UAE; offshore ops preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and plan drilling fluids operations on onshore/offshore rigs.
• Prepare and review mud reports, lab tests, and optimization recommendations.
• Maintain fluid properties and inventory; ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with Drilling Representatives, contractors and service teams.
• Assist in cost tracking and reporting related to mud programs.

Skills

Drilling Fluids

Mud Engineer

Wellsite operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Job description

Mazrui International, via Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC), seeks a Drilling Fluids Specialist (Mud Engineer) to provide field-based fluid engineering support in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee drilling fluids programs, supervise lab testing, optimize fluid systems, and coordinate with operations to ensure well integrity and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in drilling fluids, a relevant engineering degree, and GCC experience.