Job Summary
Our client seeks a Contract Development Geologist to join their North America Onshore team, specializing in unconventional resource development. We are looking for a self-motivated professional to contribute to the advancement of the client's onshore assets, with a primary focus on the Eagleford shale in South Texas.
The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in analyzing subsurface data (well logs, core samples, seismic, production) to develop and execute field development strategies, well designs, and geosteering operations. A strong understanding of reservoir engineering, drilling, completion processes, and horizontal drilling is essential. This role also involves overseeing geosteering operations and wellsite geologist teams.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
The Contract Development Geologist will work in our client's Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remote.
Houston office hours: Monday - Thursday 7:30 AM -5:30 PM and Friday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Responsibilities:
* Generate geologic/geophysical maps and cross-sections from well log and seismic data, production, and competitor data to optimize field horizontal development
* Interface with multidisciplinary team on well approval, execution packages to maintain years of drill-ready well inventory
* Frame asset development plan working jointly with reservoir engineer counterpart in consideration with offset competitor data, proprietary subsurface evaluation and performance and CAPEX expectations/constrains
* Design, plan and execute development drilling working jointly with Drilling, Land and Regulatory teams
* Overseas execution and Geosteering support of planned wells as well as internal reporting to key stakeholders
* Support drilling and completions operations through documentation and communication of subsurface drilling hazards and supervision of geosteering and mudlogging contractors
* Work independently to perform specific geoscience tasks, but often works with broader subsurface team in the development of reservoir characterization products that will aid in well planning, improve execution, or enhance production.
* Generate and present technical presentations to peers and management
* Support quarterly reserves submissions through field development mapping and inventory allocation
* Apply technical expertise in business development and new venture full cycle evaluations related to JVs and Farm ins/outs
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Geology or other geoscience discipline
* Minimum 10 years' experience in petroleum geoscience
* Eagleford experience
* Ability to work multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
* Experience with operational well planning and execution
* Proficient in reservoir mapping, volumetrics estimation and competitor evaluation
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
Desired/Preferred Qualifications:
* Masters in Geology or other geoscience discipline
* Minimum 5 years' experience directly involved unconventional development in Eagleford
* Skilled in standard interpretation software such as Kindgom
* Skilled in standard geosteering software such as StarSteer, or Kindgom
* Data analytics, Spotfire/PowerBI proficiency
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