About SLB

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

At SLB, we recognize that our innovation, creativity, and success stem from our differences. We actively recruit people with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultivate a culture of inclusion that unlocks the benefits of our diversity. We want to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging here and we encourage, enable, and empower our people to foster inclusivity, build trust, and demonstrate respect for all across the organization.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

Job Description

The Drilling Fluids Engineer (DFE) is responsible for being SLB's technical representative on the rig and ensuring that the work is performed in a manner that provides the best possible technical and cost-effective solution for the operator.

Successful Position holders are excellent communicators, enjoy solving problems, and work well both independently and in a team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• At all times make sure that the operator is given the best possible advice and guidance in order to achieve the best possible results.
• Forecast material requirements for well-site operations and order adequate amount of drilling fluid products and equipment to mix and maintain drilling fluids according to the specifications listed in the drilling fluid program.
• Supervise all treatment of drilling fluids or other fluids and ensure all solids control equipment is operating in a safe and efficient manner.
• Keep close control of fluid properties and ensure provision of a complete, accurate and informative Daily Drilling Fluid Report.
• Ensure that adjustments of drilling fluids properties are carried out according to approved drilling fluids program.
• Ensure that an adequate rig site chemical inventory and an accurate record of supply and consumption is maintained and reported.
• Ensure provision of a complete, accurate and informative Well Summary Report.
• Keep the drilling fluid laboratory clean and tidy and ensure proper inventory of offshore testing equipment and chemicals.
• Ensure that all test equipment is well maintained and regularly calibrated according to procedures.
• As required, provide information concerning drilling fluid properties to the operator, drilling contractor and logging company or mud logging company.
• Ensure implementation of company’s and the customer’s Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Policies, Procedures and Quality Plans.
• Attend all Operator and Drilling Contractor organized safety meetings and advise on health, safety and environmental matters relating to SLB products and fluids.
• Maintain an active role in the identification and reporting of hazards, non-conformances and opportunities for improvement of QHSE and where relevant assist in the implementation of corrective and preventive actions and improvements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum an Engineering Degree, preferably within petroleum technology or chemistry, or equivalent. (Formal theoretical education may be compensated by long-term experience.).
• Minimum five (5) years as Drilling Fluids Engineer. WBM, OBM, Brines.
• Strong understanding of HSE culture, with a proven record of implementing and maintaining safety practices.
• Basic drilling fluids course (Mud School).
• Compulsory safety training course.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, Russian.

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested candidates are invited to send their CVs to CAGRecruiter@slb.com by December 20, 2024.

Ensure your CV is in PDF format and the file name follows the format: "Full_Name". Additionally, include the position title – “DRILLING FLUIDS ENGINEEER (DFE)” in your email subject line.

Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.