Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer – Remote & Global Impact

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

International projects

Flexible working hours

Home office setup

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to lead remote support for global drilling operations. This role focuses on optimizing drilling fluid programs, rheology control, and environmental compliance from a home office.

The ideal candidate has at least 7 years in drilling fluids, a background in petroleum chemistry, and hands-on experience with solids control and mud systems. You will collaborate with engineers worldwide to deliver safe, efficient well construction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in drilling fluids.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluid chemistry and rheology.
• Experience with solids control and mud systems.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage drilling fluid programs.
• Monitor performance remotely and adjust formulations.
• Provide troubleshooting for field fluid issues worldwide.
• Ensure environmental compliance and best practices.

Skills

Drilling fluids

Rheology analysis

Fluid optimization

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Solids control equipment

Mud mixing systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Drilling Fluids Engineer to lead remote support for global drilling operations. This role focuses on optimizing drilling fluid programs, rheology control, and environmental compliance from a home office.

The ideal candidate has at least 7 years in drilling fluids, a background in petroleum chemistry, and hands-on experience with solids control and mud systems. You will collaborate with engineers worldwide to deliver safe, efficient well construction.