CCUS Geology Expert

Available Job Opportunity: CCUS Geology Expert

Full-time role in Allen, TX with some travel required (infrequent).

CapturePoint LLC is defining the future of deep underground carbon storage. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration (CCUS) Development Geologist to join our team This role will help optimize CO2 storage site selection by leading and supporting geological mapping and research, data analysis, and project planning, as well as enhancing reservoir characterization, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Site Characterization and Selection:

• Leverage knowledge of regional basin geology, stratigraphy, and structural features to assess the feasibility of CO2 storage within conventional onshore basins at the site level.
• Conduct geological assessments to evaluate the suitability of subsurface formations within conventional onshore basins for CO2 storage, focusing on porosity, permeability, cap rock integrity, and seismicity.
• Analyze geological data from conventional reservoirs to identify and recommend optimal injection zones, ensuring secure containment and long-term storage stability.

Data Collection and Analysis:

• Process and interpret geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to support storage capacity estimates, reservoir pressure profiles, and potential leakage pathways.
• Oversee and/or participate in field operations for data acquisition, drilling, well logging, and coring.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for carbon storage projects.
• Prepare detailed geologic site descriptions for Class VI module narratives.

Skills and Abilities:

• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers and regulatory experts, to ensure effective integration of geological insights into the overall CCS strategy.
• Develop and update inputs for geological models of selected reservoirs, utilizing seismic, well log, and core data to simulate CO2 injection and migration patterns.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to perform dynamic modeling and assess the interaction between CO2 and reservoir fluids and rock.
• Provide technical input on project planning, risk mitigation, and operational strategies for carbon storage projects and Class VI permitting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to convey complex geological concepts to diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience analyzing subsurface geology, with a focus on onshore reservoir characterization, carbon capture, and/or enhanced oil recovery (EOR).
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology.
• Proficiency in geological software (e.g., Petrel, Petra, SMT Kingdom).
• Ability to travel when required (infrequent).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology and structural geology.
• Substantial experience in subsurface mapping including well log correlation and seismic interpretation.
• Familiarity with EPA's regulatory framework for Class VI well permitting.
• Experience with CO2 plume modeling and pressure-front forecasting.
• Knowledge of geochemical interactions between CO2, brine, and reservoir rocks.

Estimated Salary:$120,000 - $180,000 per year, based on location and experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Comprehensive health package (medical, dental, and vision).
• Other premier benefits: 401(k) match and Tuition Assistance.
• Traditional (40 hours/week onsite), Work from Home Friday, or 9/80 work schedules are available.