Exploration Geologist
427 Farm to Market Rd 774 Refugio, TX 78377 United States of America
Job Description
Production/Development Geologist
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Select optimal drilling locations based on geological data and analysis.
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Evaluate formations and logs from drilled wells to ensure quality control.
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Summarize logs for targeted and productive sands, providing recommendations for well completions.
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Update and maintain maps depicting relevant sand formations.
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Manage a database of logs, log summaries, perforations, etc., supporting well completions and recompletions.
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Collaborate closely with drilling and workover teams on AFE preparation, location planning, directional drilling plans, and recompletion evaluations.
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Monitor and respond to drilling activities in adjacent areas.
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Conduct geologic modeling to support reservoir modeling and horizontal drilling initiatives.
Technology Expertise:
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Utilize 3DPAK/EarthPAK mapping software for mapping and maintenance.
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Access and leverage S&P Global Upstream Database for TX District 1-4 for logs, wells, production, and land grid information.
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Maintain IFS Tobin Well Location updates.
Seismic Data Management:
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Coordinate with geophysicists to plan, acquire, process, and interpret seismic data.
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Lead efforts in reprocessing and merging seismic volumes over the properties.
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Re-evaluate geological targets in various locations.
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Manage seismic data across various Gulf Coast and South Texas Counties.
Exploration Initiatives:
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Develop prospects using proprietary and non-proprietary seismic data.
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Identify new Gulf Coast/South Texas prospects, particularly on non-family-owned minerals.
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Evaluate industry oil and gas prospects for potential investment.
Monthly Reporting:
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Prepare and deliver monthly presentations on exploration and development drilling projects for company management and ownership.
Must have a college degree in Geology and 10 plus years of experience.
Base salary is $150K plus depending on experience with opportunity for bonuses.
Company vehicle and gas card plus benefits.
To apply please email your resume to denise.cox@lkjordan.com
LK Jordan is an equal opportunity employer.