Drilling Fluids Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Rotational schedule

Health and accident insurance

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a qualified Drilling Fluids Engineer to support drilling operations near Mahikeng. You will plan, manage, and optimize drilling fluid systems, specify fluid properties, and monitor performance in a remote field setting within the oil and gas sector.

The role requires a strong background in fluid chemistry, rheology, and solids control, with at least three years of experience. You will design fluid systems, supervise mud operations, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or petroleum engineering required.
• Minimum 3 years as Drilling Fluids Engineer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and solids control.
• Experience in remote field operations and rotational schedules.
• Ability to troubleshoot fluid-related issues on site.

Responsibilities

• Design and recommend drilling fluid systems based on well conditions.
• Supervise mud operations at the rig site, ensuring safety and specs.
• Monitor fluid properties and adjust formulations as needed.
• Manage inventory and logistics for additives and equipment.
• Evaluate solids control efficiency and suggest improvements.
• Troubleshoot issues such as lost circulation and stuck pipe.

Skills

Drilling fluids

Rheology

Solids control

Field operations

Problem-solving

Remote site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Petroleum Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a qualified Drilling Fluids Engineer to support their drilling operations near Mahikeng. This role involves the planning, management, and optimization of drilling fluid systems to ensure efficient and safe drilling operations. You will be responsible for specifying drilling fluid properties, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting any issues that arise. The position requires a strong understanding of fluid chemistry, rheology, and solids control, coupled with practical experience in a field setting within the oil and gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and recommend appropriate drilling fluid systems based on well conditions and operational objectives.
• Supervise mud operations at the rig site, ensuring adherence to specifications and safety standards.
• Monitor drilling fluid properties (e.g., density, viscosity, filtration) and make necessary adjustments.
• Manage inventory and logistics for drilling fluid additives and equipment.
• Conduct solids control efficiency evaluations and recommend improvements.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid related problems such as lost circulation, stuck pipe, and formation damage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Drilling Fluids Engineer or equivalent role.
• Knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and solids control principles.
• Familiarity with drilling operations and related equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote field location, such as near Mahikeng, often on a rotational basis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and field allowance.
• Rotational work schedule providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and accident insurance.
• Training and development opportunities in drilling fluid technology.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable company in the energy sector.