Drilling Fluids Engineer: Optimize Fluid Systems & Wellbore

Placements24; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 invites a highly skilled Drilling Fluids Engineer to support operations in the George, Western Cape region. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and monitoring fluid programs to meet well objectives while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

You will work with drilling teams to optimize fluid programs, troubleshoot issues, and prepare daily and end-of-well fluid reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on drilling fluids experience.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid properties and rheology.
• Experience with water-based, oil-based, and synthetic-based fluids.
• Familiarity with standard fluid testing equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure in remote locations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to travel to various well sites.
• Understanding of HSE requirements in George, Western Cape.

Responsibilities

• Design and recommend drilling fluid systems based on geology and objectives.
• Manage inventory and logistics of fluid additives and equipment.
• Conduct on-site fluid testing to monitor properties.
• Troubleshoot fluid-related issues including wellbore instability and lost circulation.
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations for disposal and handling.
• Collaborate with drilling engineers and geologists to optimize fluids.
• Prepare daily and end-of-well reports on fluid performance and usage.
• Maintain records of fluid properties, volumes, and chemical usage.
• Provide technical support and guidance to drilling crews.
• Stay updated with advancements in drilling fluids technology.

Skills

Drilling fluids

Rheology

Chemical engineering

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 invites a highly skilled Drilling Fluids Engineer to support operations in the George, Western Cape region. The role focuses on designing, implementing, and monitoring fluid programs to meet well objectives while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

You will work with drilling teams to optimize fluid programs, troubleshoot issues, and prepare daily and end-of-well fluid reports.