Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Field transportation

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to lead and optimize drilling fluid programs across onshore operations. You will supervise fluid mixing, testing, and maintenance on site, analyze fluid properties, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices to improve wellbore stability and drilling efficiency.

The role requires a strong background in drilling fluids chemistry, 7+ years in the oil and gas industry, and excellent collaboration with crews while adhering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage drilling fluid programs to meet well objectives and formation conditions.
• Supervise mixing, testing, and maintenance of drilling fluids on location.
• Conduct regular fluid property testing and analysis for optimum performance and safety.
• Troubleshoot and resolve drilling fluid-related issues during operations.
• Provide technical recommendations for fluid additives and treatments to improve drilling rates and wellbore stability.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to drilling fluids.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to manage and optimize drilling fluid systems for their operations in Upington . This critical role ensures the effective performance and integrity of drilling operations through expert management of drilling fluid properties and additives. You will provide technical leadership and support to drilling crews, troubleshooting fluid-related challenges and implementing best practices to enhance drilling efficiency and wellbore stability within the oil and gas sector . This position requires a deep understanding of fluid mechanics and chemistry.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage drilling fluid programs to meet specific well objectives and formation conditions.
• Supervise the mixing, testing, and maintenance of drilling fluids on location.
• Conduct regular fluid property testing and analysis to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any drilling fluid-related issues encountered during operations.
• Provide technical recommendations for fluid additives and treatments to improve drilling rates and wellbore stability.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to drilling fluids.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a drilling fluids engineer in the oil and gas industry .
• Proven expertise in drilling fluid systems, chemistry, and properties.
• Experience with various drilling environments, including onshore and offshore.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with drilling teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and diverse drilling projects.
• Company-provided housing and transportation for field assignments.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Direct impact on operational efficiency and safety in the Upington operational area.
• A supportive and experienced team within the oil and gas services sector.