Remote Hydrocarbon Exploration Geologist - Basin Analysis

Placements24; Cancún; Hybrid; MXN 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Geólogo de Exploración de Hidrocarburos to join a globally distributed, 100% remote team. The role focuses on seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and evaluating new hydrocarbon prospects using advanced geological modeling and datasets.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geology or Geophysics with 8+ years in hydrocarbon exploration, and experience with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and OpendTect. Remote collaboration is essential in this global role.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or related earth science.
• Minimum 8 years in hydrocarbon exploration geology with basin analysis and seismic interpretation.
• Proficient in geological modeling and seismic interpretation software: Petrel, Kingdom Suite, OpendTect.

Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic data, well logs and cores to delineate reservoirs.
• Develop geological models of sedimentary basins to assess petroleum systems.
• Evaluate exploration risks and uncertainties for prospects.
• Collaborate remotely with geophysicists and reservoir engineers to integrate data.
• Prepare geological reports and prospect evaluations for management.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Basin analysis

Geological modeling

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

OpendTect

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Geólogo de Exploración de Hidrocarburos to join a globally distributed, 100% remote team. The role focuses on seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and evaluating new hydrocarbon prospects using advanced geological modeling and datasets.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geology or Geophysics with 8+ years in hydrocarbon exploration, and experience with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and OpendTect. Remote collaboration is essential in this global role.