Mud Engineer

Responsibilities

• Controls the technology to prepare the drilling mud
• Monitors the drilling fluid mud cleaning system’s operation
• Participates in the optimization of the flushing fluids, and cleaning equipment modes of operation
• Recommends optimal operating modes for cleaning fluid stages
• Ensures the biopolymer fluid parameters comply with work plans
• Recommends treatment of drilling fluid with reagents
• Recommends the replacement of drilling fluid to maintain optimal parameters and drilling fluid system properties
• Ensures compliance with labor discipline and technological and safety regulations
• Complies with the requirements for non-disclosure of confidential information
• Minimizes waste associated with draining fluids
• Works with drilling engineers and technicians to ensure a cost-effective drilling process
• Measures the right amount of mud needed at all stages
• Assists technicians during the drilling process
• Provide input in the selection of drill bits

Skill Requirements

• Expert knowledge of fluid systems, drilling fluids, and drilling bits
• Knowledge of safety protocols and environmental regulations
• Ability to create detailed mud logs
• Knowledge of different drilling contaminants, additives, and mud treatment
• Proficient understanding of waste management
• Technical knowledge in mathematics, physics, geology, and chemistry
• Knowledge of various extraction techniques
• Strong IT skills
• Interpretational and cooperation skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, mineral, or petroleum engineering or other relevant fields
• Necessary medical certificates
• Valid Well Control Certification
• HUET, Basic Firefighting, Water Survival, and FAST training
• Offshore survival course certification, such as the Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training Certificate (BOSIET)
• Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) certificates