Remote Drilling Fluids Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Fully remote work

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 currently seeks an experienced Remote Drilling Fluids Engineer to design and optimize mud systems from a distance, ensuring wellbore stability and efficient drilling operations worldwide.

You will monitor fluid performance, troubleshoot challenges, and guide onsite crews while managing remote inventory and costs. A strong background in drilling fluid chemistry and rheology is required, with independent work ability in a global remote team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering or related science.
• Minimum of 5 years as Drilling Fluids Engineer or Mud Engineer.
• Solid understanding of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology and properties.
• Experience with various drilling fluid systems and additives.
• Proven ability to work independently and communicate in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize drilling fluid systems based on geology and objectives.
• Monitor fluid performance and propose adjustments.
• Troubleshoot issues like lost circulation and wellbore instability.
• Manage inventory and logistics of drilling fluids remotely.
• Provide technical guidance to drilling crews and record performance data.

Skills

Drilling fluids design

Rheology understanding

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Mud rheology software

Drilling fluid systems knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Drilling Fluids Engineer to provide expert technical support for their drilling operations worldwide. This is a fully remote position, requiring a proactive and adaptable individual who can manage fluid programs and troubleshoot challenges from a distance. You will be responsible for designing drilling fluid systems, monitoring performance, and ensuring optimal wellbore stability and drilling efficiency. This role is crucial for minimizing drilling-related risks and costs, offering a significant opportunity to contribute to operational success in a flexible, remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize drilling fluid (mud) systems based on geological conditions and drilling objectives.
• Monitor drilling fluid performance and properties during operations, providing recommendations for adjustments.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related issues, such as lost circulation, wellbore instability, and formation damage.
• Manage inventory and logistics for drilling fluid products and additives remotely.
• Provide technical guidance and support to drilling crews and onsite personnel.
• Maintain accurate records of fluid programs, performance data, and costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related science.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Drilling Fluids Engineer or Mud Engineer.
• Comprehensive understanding of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and properties.
• Experience with various drilling fluid systems and additives.
• Proven ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to react quickly to operational challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Allowance for home office expenses and professional development.
• Contribute to efficient and safe drilling operations globally.