Linh Tran
@linhtran
Geotechnical and drilling fluids engineer delivering field-proven subsurface and mud-system solutions.
VietnamWhat I'm looking for
I am a geotechnical and drilling fluids engineer with extensive onshore and offshore experience delivering subsurface investigations and fluid system solutions. I combine field supervision, laboratory testing, and engineering analysis to support safe, cost-effective operations.
In drilling fluids roles I have managed rig laboratories, designed and piloted WBM and SOBM formulations, performed API testing, maintained inventory and logistic support, and produced daily technical and cost evaluations for wells. I prioritize HS&E compliance and efficient solids-control practices to optimize mud performance.
As a geotechnical engineer and geologist I have led borehole investigations (CPT, SPT, bores, test pits), logged cores, managed sample workflows, and used GeoStudio and Plaxis for slope stability and foundation analysis. I have supported numerous infrastructure and development projects through fieldwork, laboratory testing, and engineering reporting.
I work collaboratively with clients and site teams, support project planning and tender activities, and strive to deliver technically sound, schedule-conscious, and budget-aware geotechnical and drilling fluid services.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
BHManaged drilling fluids operations onshore and offshore, designing fluid formulations (WBM, SOBM), performing API-standard testing, and maintaining inventories and Liquid Mud Plant operations to support drilling campaigns and cost-effective chemical application.
FUConducted onshore geotechnical investigations (borings, CPT, SPT), supervised drilling crews, performed lab testing and analysis, and produced geotechnical reports for projects including petroleum license investigations and infrastructure developments.
Geotechnical Engineer
Keller Foundation
Sep 2016 - Jun 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Performed site geotechnical works and ground improvement for industrial and infrastructure projects, supervising treatment techniques and monitoring soil improvement performance at project sites.
Geotechnical Engineer
Institute of Building Science and Technology
Nov 2014 - Feb 2016 (1 year 3 months)
Executed geotechnical/ geological field investigations and laboratory testing, logged cores, prepared engineering reports, and supported foundation and slope stability analyses for multiple construction projects.
Geotechnical Trainee
Training (Unspecified)
Nov 2012 - Feb 2014 (1 year 3 months)
Supported geotechnical field and laboratory activities including sample collection, basic testing, and data logging to assist project teams during early-career training assignments.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
HTHo Chi Minh City University of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering, Geology and Petroleum Engineering
2009 - 2014
Completed undergraduate studies in Geology and Petroleum Engineering with emphasis on geotechnics and field investigation techniques.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
VietnamAuthorized to work in
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