Drilling Fluids Specialist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + field allowances

Medical coverage

Retirement fund

Accommodation during assignments

International training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Drilling Fluids Specialist to support drilling operations in Upington, Northern Cape. You will design, manage, and optimize drilling fluid systems to ensure wellbore stability and efficient rates, while reducing risks and costs in challenging geology.

The role requires hands-on supervision of mud mixing on rigs, plus testing and analysis of fluid properties to sustain optimal drilling performance. International exposure offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist or Mud Engineer in Oil & Gas.
• Deep knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Design and recommend drilling fluid programs tailored to specific well conditions and objectives.
• Supervise the mixing and maintenance of drilling fluids on drilling rigs.
• Conduct regular testing and analysis of drilling fluid properties and performance.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related problems encountered during operations.
• Provide technical support and training to drilling crews on best practices for fluid management.

Skills

Drilling fluids knowledge

Rheology

Hydraulics

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable Drilling Fluids Specialist to support their drilling operations in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is crucial for the successful and efficient execution of drilling campaigns in the Oil & Gas exploration sector. You will be responsible for the design, management, and optimization of drilling fluid systems to ensure wellbore stability, efficient drilling rates, and effective formation evaluation. Your expertise will directly contribute to minimizing drilling risks and costs in challenging geological conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and recommend drilling fluid programs tailored to specific well conditions and objectives.
• Supervise the mixing and maintenance of drilling fluids on drilling rigs.
• Conduct regular testing and analysis of drilling fluid properties and performance.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related problems encountered during operations.
• Provide technical support and training to drilling crews on best practices for fluid management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist or Mud Engineer in the Oil & Gas industry .
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and hydraulics.
• Familiarity with various drilling fluid systems (e.g., water-based, oil-based).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in remote and challenging environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with field allowances.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and retirement fund.
• Accommodation and transportation provided during assignments.
• Opportunities for international training and career progression.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.