Mud / Fluid Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Water-Based Mud Engineer to support operations at a small mud plant, providing hands-on mud engineering, fluid maintenance, and customer support for drilling operations. This role is responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimizing water-based drilling fluids while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, adaptable, and comfortable working in a lean operation where engineering, plant support, and field service responsibilities overlap.

Key Responsibilities

Design, mix, and maintain water-based drilling fluids to meet well and customer specifications

Monitor mud properties including density, viscosity, gel strengths, fluid loss, pH, and solids content

Perform routine mud testing and make real-time treatment recommendations

Oversee mud plant operations, including batching, chemical additions, and inventory usage

Ensure proper handling, storage, and documentation of mud products and chemicals

Provide field and customer support, including troubleshooting mud-related issues at the rig site

Prepare daily mud reports, treatment logs, and inventory documentation

Work closely with drilling supervisors, company representatives, and plant personnel

Maintain compliance with company procedures, MSDS / SDS requirements, and environmental regulations

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to fluid performance and cost efficiency

Assist with plant housekeeping, equipment maintenance, and general operational support as needed

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree or formal mud school preferred

Proven experience as a Water-Based Mud Engineer

Strong working knowledge of water-based drilling fluid systems and additives

Ability to interpret lab results and make accurate treatment recommendations

Familiarity with drilling operations and rig-site expectations

Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy

Ability to work independently in a small-team environment

Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental compliance