Drilling Fluids Engineer - Remote

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary commensurate with经验

Complete remote working environment,允许

Opportunity to impact major drilling项目

Access to advanced drilling fluid tec

Continuous professional development

Collaborative international team

Supportive virtual work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Drilling Fluids Engineer for a fully remote role in the global Oil & Gas sector. You will design, test, and optimize drilling fluid programs while coordinating with rig sites and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a relevant field and at least six years of hands-on mud engineering experience, with expertise in water-, oil-, and synthetic-based muds, and strong data-analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of hands-on drilling fluids or mud engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluid systems (water-based, oil-based, and synthetic muds); API testing.
• Experience with remote operations and effective communication with field teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement drilling fluid programs for specific well objectives.
• Supervise drilling fluids performance at the rig site.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of drilling fluid samples.
• Troubleshoot issues like stuck pipe and lost circulation.
• Provide technical recommendations for additives and system adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare reports on fluid performance, inventory and costs.
• Communicate with drilling engineers, rig crews, and management.
• Assist in development of new drilling fluid technologies.

Skills

Drilling fluids

API testing

Data analysis

Remote work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory testing equipment

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the global Oil & Gas industry, is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Drilling Fluids Engineer to join their fully remote workforce. This role is integral to ensuring the efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance of drilling operations by managing and optimizing drilling fluid systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, testing, and implementation of fluid programs, troubleshooting any issues that arise during drilling operations, and providing expert technical support to field teams. As a remote employee, you will leverage advanced communication tools to maintain close contact with rig sites and internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination. This position offers the unique advantage of contributing to critical upstream operations without the need for relocation, fostering a better work-life integration. We are looking for a proactive individual who can anticipate challenges and provide innovative solutions for complex drilling fluid requirements. The role demands a strong understanding of chemical properties, rheology, and fluid mechanics in the context of drilling.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement drilling fluid programs tailored to specific well objectives and geological conditions.
• Supervise the performance of drilling fluids at the rig site, ensuring they meet technical specifications.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of drilling fluid samples to monitor properties and quality.
• Troubleshoot drilling fluid-related problems, such as stuck pipe, lost circulation, and formation damage.
• Provide technical recommendations for fluid additives and system adjustments to optimize drilling performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to drilling fluids.
• Prepare detailed reports on fluid performance, inventory, and costs.
• Communicate effectively with drilling engineers, rig crews, and management regarding fluid status and recommendations.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of new drilling fluid technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience as a Drilling Fluids Engineer or Mud Engineer in the Oil & Gas sector.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid systems (water-based, oil-based, and synthetic-based muds).
• Experience with API testing procedures and fluid properties evaluation.
• Familiarity with drilling operations and challenges encountered at the rig site.
• Proficiency in data analysis and technical reporting.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Complete remote working environment, allowing for maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on major drilling projects.
• Access to a wide range of advanced drilling fluid technologies.
• Continuous professional development and training.
• Collaborative international team working on diverse challenges.
• Supportive virtual work culture.