Exploration Geological Advisor

Expand Energy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Expand Energy is seeking an experienced Geological Advisor to generate high-impact growth opportunities by integrating geological, geophysical, petrophysical and geochemical data sets across mature and frontier basins.

The role requires a broad subsurface background, strong risk assessment, and the ability to present actionable findings to management to guide investment decisions and future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years related work experience.
• Degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics, Engineering, Math, Physics or related field.
• Strong subsurface knowledge with economic analysis and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develops new exploration concepts by integrating geological, geophysical, petrophysical and geochemical data sets.
• Interprets subsurface information from seismic data, logs, mud logs, cores and production data.
• Performs regional basin-wide assessments to identify prospective reservoirs.
• Prepares geological maps, cross-sections, charts or reports.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to advance projects to investment decisions.
• Provides guidance on play entry strategies and lease terms.

Skills

Broad multi-basin knowledge

Petrophysics

Geochemistry

Petroleum systems

Geologic risk analysis

Play and prospect generation

Seismic interpretation

Well log analysis

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Geophysics/Petrophysics

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Kingdom

Job description

Our core values — Stewardship, Character, Collaborate, Learn, Disrupt — are the lens through which we evaluate every business decision. As a dynamic, growing company that offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, our employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of Expand's performance among our E&P competitors.

We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We realize that, historically, underrepresented groups feel the need to be 100% qualified in order to apply. If you meet any combination of our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We strive to hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

Job Summary

Expand Energy is seeking an experienced and innovative Geological Advisor to generate high-impact growth opportunities within mature and frontier basins. The candidate will combine a well-rounded technical expertise background with creative and strategic thinking to generate actionable play concepts and prospects to drive future growth for the company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops new exploration concepts by integrating geological, geophysical, petrophysical and geochemical data sets
• Interprets geological, geophysical, or petrophysical information from sources such as seismic data, well logs, mud logs, core samples, fluid samples, or pressure tests
• Conducts regional basin-wide assessments of petroleum systems to identify prospective reservoirs
• Prepares geological maps, cross-sections, charts or reports to characterize potential opportunities
• Collaborates and works closely within a multidisciplinary team to advance prospective projects to investment decisions
• Utilizes a strong subsurface knowledge, strategic thinking, economic analysis, risk assessments, and acreage strategies to rank prospects within corporate exploration portfolios
• Provides guidance and mentorship to management, Business Unit teams and/or members on various technical subsurface matters
• Researches, anticipates, and introduces new emerging exploration trends, technologies and play analogs across the industry to enhance existing plays and future opportunities
• Delivers high quality technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to management based on the complete integration of data, project economics and risk analysis

Job Specific Skills

• Broad multi-basin/multi-play knowledge base with experience in both conventional and unconventional reservoirs
• Proficient in the subsurface basics i.e., structure, sedimentology, geochemistry, and basin modeling
• Highly proficient in the petroleum system elements and the workflows involved in exploring for new oil and gas opportunities
• Proficient in geologic risk analysis, volumetric assessments, and managing geologic uncertainty
• Experienced at play and prospect generation
• Skilled at subsurface mapping and well log cross-section generation
• Proficient in petrophysical outputs and the utilization of the data for prospect generation
• Well-versed and comfortable utilizing multiple subsurface data types i.e., 2D and 3D seismic, open hole well logs, mud logs, side wall and whole cores, pressure data, geochemical data, production data, well test data
• Enhanced knowledge of logging tools, measurement and quality control of logging jobs
• Proficient in utilizing geologic databases and interpretation software with preferred experience using Kingdom
• Experienced in the development of play entry strategies and a strong understanding for lease acquisitions and terms
• Highly experienced in economic evaluation of prospects and recommending investment decisions
• Skilled at making presentations and relating to a technical or non-technical audience

Education

Minimum: Bachelor's degree - from accredited university - Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics or related field (Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics, Engineering, Math, Physics or related field for Petrophysicist positions)

Preferred: Master's degree - from accredited university - Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics or related field (Geology, Geophysics, Petrophysics, Engineering, Math, Physics or related field for Petrophysicist positions)

Experience

Minimum: 12 years related work experience

Preferred: 15+ years related work experience

Expand Energy takes necessary action to ensure that all applicants are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Expand Energy Corporation's operations are focused on discovering and developing its large and geographically diverse resource base of unconventional oil and natural gas assets onshore in the United States.

Nearest Major Market: Oklahoma City

Nearest Secondary Market: Oklahoma

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