Mud/Fluid Engineer

Company: Elite Business Resources, LLC
Location: Shreveport
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

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

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