Beginning: For many unaccustomed to the technicalities of engineering in all its domains, the idea of a craig allardyce may seem rather unique. And it may cause many to wonder what really fluids engineers do. And that is what this article tries to clarify about the importance, value, and tasks of a fluid drilling engineer. What is a Fluid Drilling Engineer? A drilling fluids engineer or a mud engineer works on an oil well or gas well drilling rig. He or she may be tasked with ensuring the properties of the drilling fluid or drilling mud are within the designed specifications. Mud is essential in oil well drilling operations for a number of reasons. First, it lubricates the drill bits, helps carry the drill cuttings to the surface avoiding contamination with the well, prevents uncontrolled production of reservoir fluids, and control the wellbore stability during the drilling process; among many other positive influences in oil well drilling operations. Major Tasks and Respons...