Geosteering - Operations Geologist

3 weeks ago

Houston, United States Edge Systems Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Position Summary

This operations position serves as a technical expert on Geosteering, horizontal well execution, and evaluations. The position is part of the team providing operational and technical support for Edge Systems’ Geosteering clients. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing pre-job modeling / feasibility studies, Geosteering operations during the drilling phase, end-of-well analysis with recommendations, and any support needed to satisfy the client's requirements / needs. This high-profile position's main objective is to ensure proper placement of the borehole within the client's specifications. The position requires direct contact with the clients’ operations teams, and ensures that all deliverables are created and supplied to the client in a high-quality and timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Display excellent customer service with clear communication, exceptional attention to detail, topnotch accuracy, and first-class deliverables.
  • Function well in a team-based environment but be responsible for individual work products.
  • Provide technical expertise for the planning, execution, and post-well analysis of horizontal wells on which Geosteering services are being utilized.
  • Model offset data to determine the feasibility of Geosteering within reservoirs and given geological / physical constraints. Recommend best procedure for a successful wellbore.
  • Monitor real-time data, provide real-time interpretation, and execute directional decisions to ensure proper placement of the borehole within a specific target.
  • Integrate with client geology, geophysical, drilling, and completions teams for the planning and execution of their horizontal well programs.
  • Give technical presentations to support Geosteering services including feasibility studies, Geosteering interpretations, and end-of-well analyses.
  • Promote the integration of other Edge Systems’ services for a comprehensive customer solution when and where appropriate.

Work Environment

  • Work rotations consist of working 12-hour shifts on both days or nights.
  • Must be able to work fourteen days in a row prior to taking days off.
  • Must be able to perform at a high level under very stressful environments and short deadlines.
  • Houston Preferred; remote available

Desired candidates will meet the following criteria

Core

  • B.S. in Geology, Geosciences or Engineering
  • Must be able to work in an office environment (not remote)
  • Must have the Legal right to work in US
  • Excellent oral and Written communication skills
  • Full English fluency
  • Highly organized with the ability to multi-task

Technical

  • At least one year of wellsite geology and/or mud logging experience
  • At least one year of experience using StarSteer, SES, or equivalent software.
  • Understanding of geophysics, geology, petrophysics, LWD, and directional drilling
  • Knowledge of and experience with various geology-related aspects of drilling operations
  • Strong understanding of overall drilling operations
  • Advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat
  • Experience with real-time operations

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. Regularly required to sit for long periods of time while working at a computer.
  • Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate keyboard and mouse and reach with hands and arms.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Normal sight and hearing required to perform essential job functions and for safety reasons.

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. degree (or higher) in geology, geophysics, petrophysics, or petroleum engineering.
  • 3+ years of relevant professional experience with an E&P operator or mud logging / Geosteering service company.
  • Understanding of the geologic characteristics of various domestic oil and gas drilling basins.
  • Extensive Geosteering experience using StarSteer software.
  • Experience with azithumal GR and how to interpret.
  • Broad knowledge of LWD and wireline logging technologies and operations.
Company DescriptionWith extensive experience in major oil and gas plays like the Bakken, Barnett, Eagleford, Fayetteville, Haynesville, Marcellus and Permian, Edge Systems is able to provide the highest quality of logging and remote services. Edge Systems is currently the dominate geological service company in the USA.Company DescriptionWith extensive experience in major oil and gas plays like the Bakken, Barnett, Eagleford, Fayetteville, Haynesville, Marcellus and Permian, Edge Systems is able to provide the highest quality of logging and remote services. Edge Systems is currently the dominate geological service company in the USA.

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