Public summary
A company in the geothermal energy sector is seeking a full-time Mud Advisor to join their Drilling Fluids & Disposal team at their Karlsruhe-area site. The role involves supervising drilling fluid and solids control contractors, optimizing plant operations, managing fluids and waste, training personnel, and preparing detailed reports. Candidates should have drilling fluid engineering or technician experience, technical knowledge in relevant sciences, understanding of safety and environmental regulations, as well as strong teamwork and communication skills. The company offers a responsible position with creative freedom, flexible working hours, individual development opportunities, and a modern working environment in a growth-focused industry.
Location and work setup
- Location
- Karlsruhe
- Remote status
- On-site
- German requirement signal
- Unclear
- Detected job language
- English
Responsibilities
Supervise contracted drilling fluid and solids control companies ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. Optimize drilling fluids and solids control equipment. Develop solutions for wellbore issues. Ensure compliance with drilling fluid parameters and make necessary adjustments. Plan fluid changes, cementing, and fluid storage, calculating required quantities. Manage waste at drilling rigs, ensuring technical and safety compliance. Train drilling personnel on fluid and waste management practices. Prepare detailed daily, section, and final reports and communicate regularly with management.
Qualifications
Work experience in the German market, preferably Upper Rhine Valley. Training or qualifications as drilling fluid engineer or technician, or extensive drilling fluids experience. In-depth knowledge of fluid systems, additives, contaminants, and basic geology. Familiarity with safety protocols and environmental regulations related to waste management. Skilled in creating detailed drilling fluid logs and proficient with technical software and MS Office. Strong foundation in mathematics, physics, chemistry, geology. Motivated team player, willing to travel and engage in training and innovation. Possesses a Class B driver's license.