Development Geologist – Midland Basin | Asset Growth

The Energy People Group; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company based in Midland, Texas, is seeking a Geologist with strong operations geology expertise and over 5 years of experience in upstream oil and gas. The successful candidate will support drilling operations, contribute to reservoir characterization, and collaborate on development planning. A Bachelor's degree in geology or geophysics is required, with preference for a Master's degree and experience in the Permian Basin.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in upstream oil and gas geology.
• Experience in the Permian Basin preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify exploration targets and acquisition prospects.
• Evaluate core and non-core areas for trade or development.
• Conduct mapping and play fairway analysis.
• Collaborate on development planning.
• Geo-steer horizontal wells using appropriate software.

Skills

Operations geology expertise

Geologic mapping

Geophysical correlation

Petrophysical analysis

Collaboration with engineers

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geology, geophysics, or related field

Master’s degree in geology or geophysics

Job description

A leading energy company based in Midland, Texas, is seeking a Geologist with strong operations geology expertise and over 5 years of experience in upstream oil and gas. The successful candidate will support drilling operations, contribute to reservoir characterization, and collaborate on development planning. A Bachelor's degree in geology or geophysics is required, with preference for a Master's degree and experience in the Permian Basin.