Drilling Fluids Specialist (Mud Engineer) Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE – Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) 2026
Exciting Oil & Gas Career Opportunity in Abu Dhabi
If you are an experienced Drilling Fluids Specialist or Mud Engineer looking for your next career move in the UAE oil and gas sector, this opportunity with Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) could be the perfect fit.
PPC, a part of Mazrui International, is currently seeking an experienced Drilling Fluids Specialist (DFS) / Mud Engineer to join its operations in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company specializes in drilling fluids, completion fluids, solids control, filtration equipment, and waste management services across the Middle East and Caspian regions.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with strong experience in drilling fluids engineering, wellsite operations, solids control, and drilling waste management.
Job Details
Position: Drilling Fluids Specialist (DFS) / Mud Engineer
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil & Gas / Drilling Services
Company: Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC)
Experience Required: 5–8 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC)
Petrochem Performance Chemicals (PPC) is a leading provider of drilling fluids and associated equipment services. The company helps customers maximize asset value through customized and cost-effective technical solutions.
PPC's services include:
Drilling Fluids Engineering
Completion Fluids
Solids Control Services
Filtration Equipment
Drilling Waste Management
Wellsite Technical Support
The company operates across:
United Arab Emirates
Iraq
Kuwait
Yemen
Caspian Region
As part of Mazrui International, PPC benefits from the strength of a diversified business group operating across multiple sectors including energy, manufacturing, logistics, construction, education, hospitality, and financial investments.
Job Objective
The Drilling Fluids Specialist will provide UAE-based wellsite fluid engineering support for day-to-day drilling operations. The successful candidate will assist with drilling fluid program execution, operational planning, technical support, and delivery of best practices on behalf of PPC.
The role requires close coordination with Petroleum Engineers, drilling teams, and customer representatives to ensure efficient drilling fluid performance and operational success.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
Drilling Fluid Operations
Execute drilling fluids programs at onshore and offshore drilling rigs.
Maintain water-based, oil-based, and synthetic-based mud systems.
Monitor drilling fluid properties and recommend treatment programs.
Formulate and prepare drilling fluid systems according to well requirements.
Mitigate drilling problems through technical recommendations.
Wellsite Support
Provide daily wellsite engineering support.
Coordinate with drilling representatives and service providers.
Maintain high communication standards with clients and engineering teams.
Support drilling, completion, and workover operations.
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare daily mud reports.
Complete End of Well Reports (EOWR).
Conduct pre-well and post-well analysis.
Provide recommendations for future drilling campaigns.
Maintain accurate cost tracking and inventory records.
Laboratory & Equipment Management
Operate and maintain mud laboratory equipment.
Conduct equipment verification, calibration, and cleaning.
Ensure laboratory testing accuracy.
Maintain inventory of chemicals and consumables.
Inventory & Logistics
Manage drilling fluid product inventory.
Ensure adequate stock levels at rig sites.
Coordinate logistics requirements.
Monitor material consumption and usage trends.
Solids Control & Waste Management
Monitor solids control systems.
Support drilling waste management operations.
Ensure optimal performance of solids control equipment.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Follow company QHSE standards.
Maintain environmental compliance.
Support sustainability initiatives.
Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
Promote safe work practices across all operations.
Required Qualifications
Candidates should possess one of the following:
Bachelor's Degree in Petroleum Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
Equivalent Technical Science Qualification with extensive field experience
Additional qualifications include:
Mud School Certification
Drilling Fluids Training
Competency Assessment Completion
Strong understanding of drilling fluid chemistry
Experience Requirements
Applicants should have:
5–8 years of experience as a Drilling Fluids Specialist or Mud Engineer.
Experience with water-based mud (WBM) systems.
Experience with oil-based mud (OBM) systems.
Experience with synthetic-based mud systems.
Knowledge of completion fluids.
Experience in drilling waste management.
Strong solids control experience.
International drilling operations experience.
GCC experience preferred.
UAE experience preferred.
Offshore drilling operations experience highly preferred.
Skills Required
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
Drilling Fluids Engineering
Mud System Design
Wellsite Operations
Laboratory Testing
Technical Reporting
Inventory Management
Cost Control
Solids Control
Drilling Waste Management
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
Safety Leadership
Customer Relationship Management
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role provides exposure to:
✅ Major UAE drilling operations
✅ Offshore and onshore projects
✅ Advanced drilling fluid technologies
✅ International operating standards
✅ Career growth within a leading oilfield services company
✅ Opportunity to work with a respected regional organization under Mazrui International
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