Drilling Fluids Engineer — Field Contractor (Oil & Gas)

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Drilling Fluids Engineer for a contractor role in Welkom, Free State. You will design, monitor and optimize drilling fluid programs, ensuring safe and efficient operations across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include adjusting fluid properties, troubleshooting issues, maintaining records, and coordinating with drilling crews while meeting health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a Drilling Fluids Engineer.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid types, additives, and their functions.
• Experience with solids control equipment and techniques.
• Familiarity with API standards for drilling fluids.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a remote field environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, recommend, and manage drilling fluid programs tailored to well conditions.
• Monitor drilling fluid properties and adjust as needed.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid problems and implement solutions.
• Ensure efficient mixing and conditioning of fluids.
• Conduct performance testing of drilling fluid additives.
• Maintain accurate records of fluid volumes and treatments.
• Collaborate with drilling engineers and rig crews to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage inventory of drilling fluid chemicals and equipment.

Skills

Drilling fluids

Solids control

API standards

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Solids control equipment

Laboratory testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Drilling Fluids Engineer for a contractor role in Welkom, Free State. You will design, monitor and optimize drilling fluid programs, ensuring safe and efficient operations across multiple sites.

Responsibilities include adjusting fluid properties, troubleshooting issues, maintaining records, and coordinating with drilling crews while meeting health, safety, and environmental standards.