Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer - Global Support

Placements24; Polokwane; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and performance-bon

Medical and retirement benefits

Travel allowances and field travel

Continuous training in latest drilling

Career growth in a supportive team

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to join our client’s operations in Polokwane. You will design and optimize drilling fluid programs, supervise field operations, and support downstream labs and field teams to maintain wellbore stability and performance.

The role requires at least 6 years of drilling fluids experience, deep knowledge of chemistry and rheology, solids control familiarity, and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of drilling fluids engineering experience.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry and rheology.
• Familiarity with solids control equipment and techniques.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related field.

Responsabilités

• Design and manage drilling fluid programs tailored to well objectives and geology.
• Supervise drilling fluid operations on rigs and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct laboratory testing of drilling fluid properties to ensure specs.
• Provide technical recommendations for additives and system adjustments.
• Collaborate with engineers and geologists on well planning and execution.
• Maintain records of fluid properties, volumes, costs, and write reports.

Connaissances

Drilling fluids

Field troubleshooting

Laboratory testing

Fluid additives

Rheology

Solids control

Formation

Bachelor's in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering

Outils

Solids control equipment

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to join their operational team in Polokwane . This position is essential for managing and optimizing drilling fluid systems to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling operations. You will be responsible for designing drilling fluid programs, troubleshooting downhole fluid challenges, and providing technical support to drilling crews. Working closely with drilling engineers and mud logging services, you will play a key role in mitigating risks associated with drilling operations and ensuring optimal wellbore stability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage comprehensive drilling fluid programs tailored to specific well objectives and geological conditions.
• Supervise and troubleshoot drilling fluid operations on drilling rigs, ensuring optimal performance.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of drilling fluid properties to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Provide technical recommendations for fluid additives and system adjustments to address downhole issues.
• Collaborate with drilling engineers and geologists on well planning and execution strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of fluid properties, volumes, and costs, and prepare technical reports.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in drilling fluids engineering , with hands-on experience in various drilling environments.
• In-depth knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry, rheology, and downhole applications.
• Familiarity with solids control equipment and techniques.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex drilling fluid problems in the field.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related science field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular performance reviews and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Field allowances and potential for travel opportunities.
• Continuous training in the latest drilling fluid technologies and best practices.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.