Senior Fluids Systems Leader - Drilling Ops

Ranger-Energy-Services-; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranger Energy Services in Midland, TX seeks a Fluids Specialist Superintendent to lead the strategic development, standardization, and execution of fluid systems and drillout programs across all operations. This senior technical authority collaborates with field operations, engineering, customers, and vendors to align fluid strategies with performance, safety, and financial goals.

You will mentor engineers and technicians, drive optimization of Aphron and freshwater drillout systems, monitor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, petroleum engineering, or related technical discipline preferred.
• 10+ years in oilfield fluids, completions, drillout operations, or related fields.
• Expertise in Aphron systems and freshwater drillout fluid technologies.
• Proven leadership of technical and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and standardization of fluid systems, procedures, and training across all operations.
• Serve as senior technical authority on fluid chemistry, hydraulics, hole cleaning, and drillout optimization.
• Direct application and improvement of Aphron and freshwater drillout systems.
• Lead optimization of drillout systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Provide technical leadership for complex operational challenges including lost circulation and debris transport.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with HSE standards and industry best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Fluid systems expertise

Relationship management

Operational optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Petroleum Engineering, or related technical discipline

Tools

Excel

Fluid management software

Hydraulic modeling tools

Dashboard/BI tools

Job description

Ranger Energy Services in Midland, TX seeks a Fluids Specialist Superintendent to lead the strategic development, standardization, and execution of fluid systems and drillout programs across all operations. This senior technical authority collaborates with field operations, engineering, customers, and vendors to align fluid strategies with performance, safety, and financial goals.

You will mentor engineers and technicians, drive optimization of Aphron and freshwater drillout systems, monitor