Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime & field allowances

Medical insurance

Accommodation & transportation

Retirement plan

Drilling fluids training

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to lead design, implementation, and supervision of drilling fluid programs on challenging wells. You will monitor properties, optimize hydraulics, and collaborate with rig crews to support safe, efficient operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 6 years' experience in oil and gas drilling fluids, with knowledge of water-based and oil-based systems, rheology, and fluid chemistry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical) or a related science field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in drilling fluids engineering, within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and fluid hydraulics.
• Experience with water-based and oil-based drilling fluid systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and supervise drilling fluid programs for project wells.
• Monitor fluid properties and adjust to maintain optimal drilling conditions.
• Supervise mixing, testing, and application of drilling fluids on rigs.
• Troubleshoot issues such as lost circulation and wellbore instability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage inventory and procurement of drilling fluid chemicals and equipment.

Skills

Drilling fluids engineering

Rheology

Fluid hydraulics

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical) or related science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to join their operational team in Soweto . This role is essential for managing and optimizing drilling fluid systems to ensure efficient and safe drilling operations. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and supervision of drilling fluid programs, monitoring fluid properties, and troubleshooting issues in the field. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fluids engineer to contribute significantly to operational success and asset integrity within the Oil & Gas industry, working on challenging wells.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and recommend appropriate drilling fluid systems based on well objectives and geological conditions.
• Supervise the mixing, testing, and application of drilling fluids on drilling rigs.
• Monitor drilling fluid properties and performance, making necessary adjustments to maintain optimal conditions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve drilling fluid-related problems, such as lost circulation, wellbore instability, and stuck pipe.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to drilling fluid management.
• Manage inventory and procurement of drilling fluid chemicals and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Petroleum, Mechanical) or a related science field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in drilling fluids engineering, specifically within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and fluid hydraulics.
• Experience with various types of drilling fluid systems (water-based, oil-based).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with rig crews and management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime and field allowances.
• Comprehensive medical and accident insurance.
• Company-provided accommodation and transportation during field assignments.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training in drilling fluid technology.