Mud Engineer

Trident Consulting is seeking a "Mud Engineer” for one of our client in Broussard, Louisiana. A global leader in business and technology services.

Job Title: Mud Engineer

Launch Area: Broussard, Louisiana

Work Location: Offshore – Gulf of Mexico

Duration: 6 Months Contract (High chance of extension)

Pay Rate: $40 – $50/hr on W2(inclusive all)+ Overtime

Work Schedule:

12 hours/day, 7 days/week

Rotation: 14/14 or 21/21 (possible 28/28)

100% Onsite (Offshore)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Field Specialist III (Mud Engineer) to support offshore drilling operations in the Gulf of Mexico. This role is responsible for managing drilling fluid systems, ensuring optimal performance, and providing technical expertise at customer well sites.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in water-based and oil-based mud systems, offshore operations, and the ability to work independently in high-pressure environments while maintaining strict safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain drilling fluid properties through accurate testing and analysis
• Supervise fluid mixing and pumping operations at rig sites
• Provide real-time technical support and updates to clients and internal teams
• Ensure compliance with technical standards and operational procedures
• Monitor and maintain inventory of drilling fluid materials and chemicals
• Troubleshoot and resolve fluid-related issues during drilling operations
• Collaborate with sales teams and support customer engagements onsite
• Maintain accurate daily reports and documentation using reporting systems
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies, environmental regulations, and safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in drilling fluids / mud engineering
• Strong expertise in:
• Water-Based Mud (WBM) systems
• Oil-Based Mud (OBM) systems
• Proven experience working in offshore drilling environments
• Hands-on experience with:
• Fluid testing and analysis
• Rig operations
• Inventory and materials management
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to work independently on offshore rigs

Required Certifications

• BOSIET / TBOSIET / HUET (Offshore Survival Training)
• Offshore Medical Certificate
• TWIC Card
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Skills

• Experience in synthetic-based mud systems
• Strong understanding of drilling operations and well-site coordination
• Familiarity with digital reporting systems and basic computer tools
• Strong team collaboration and interpersonal skills

Work Environment

• Offshore rig environment (Gulf of Mexico)
• Physically demanding and safety-critical conditions
• Requires ability to work long shifts and rotational schedules

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale.