Mud Engineer: Field Drilling Fluids Expert

Petrochem Performance Chemicals; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) in the UAE is seeking a seasoned Drilling Fluids Specialist to support day-to-day field execution, well operation planning, and the delivery of technical solutions in collaboration with client teams.

You will supervise mud programs on onshore and offshore rigs, coordinate with engineer teams and operations, and ensure fluid performance, inventory and lab testing align with PPC standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• 5–8 years’ experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist / Mud Engineer
• GCC/UAE experience and offshore operations preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate onshore/offshore drilling fluids programs and report field results.
• Directly involved in EOW reports, pre/post-well analysis and recommendations for future wells.
• Maintain drilling and completion fluid performance per customer program with routine lab tests.
• Ensure good condition of mud lab equipment and inventory; manage daily reports and billing inputs.
• Maintain safety, QHSE compliance and proper communication with customers and engineers

Skills

Drilling Fluids

Mud Engineering

Wellsite Operations

Field Testing

Laboratory Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

5-8 years’ experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist / Mud Engineer

Job description

Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) in the UAE is seeking a seasoned Drilling Fluids Specialist to support day-to-day field execution, well operation planning, and the delivery of technical solutions in collaboration with client teams.

You will supervise mud programs on onshore and offshore rigs, coordinate with engineer teams and operations, and ensure fluid performance, inventory and lab testing align with PPC standards and safety requirements.