Geologist JN -092026-181565

Goodwin Recruiting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an experienced Geologist to support exploration, development, drilling, and production activities across U.S. onshore oil and natural gas properties, with a focus on shale resource plays.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years of geoscience experience, a Master’s degree (or BA with equivalent work history), and hands-on skills in log evaluation, core analysis, geophysics, and field development planning; familiarity with Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Marcellus, and Utica

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Bachelor's with comparable work experience
• Knowledge of oil and gas production
• Knowledge of geological exploration techniques
• Familiarity with Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Marcellus, Utica shale plays

Responsibilities

• Complete field studies to identify infill and field extension opportunities and recommend optimum development drilling and completion programs
• Work with engineering teams to assign risk and reserves
• Oversee drilling activities and provide geological support throughout the drilling and completion phases
• Provide technical support to operations, including log evaluation, core analysis, geophysics, and related geological activities
• Prepare geological and geophysical studies as requested
• Stay current with new technology and developments within the oil and gas industry
• Present recommendations through oral presentations, written reports, maps, cross-sections, calculations, and supporting data
• Perform other related duties and special projects as required

Skills

Analytical mindset

Written & verbal comms

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Bachelor's degree w/ experience

Tools

ArcGIS

Petra

SMT Kingdom

StarSteer

Job description

Geologist | Oil & Gas

We are currently seeking an experienced Geologist to support exploration, development, drilling, and production activities across U.S. onshore oil and natural gas properties, with a focus on shale resource plays.

Primary Objective

The Geologist will be responsible for a variety of geological assignments requiring broad knowledge of a geological specialty. This role involves solving geological problems using standard or modified procedures, conducting independent studies, analyzing data, interpreting results, and developing recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete field studies to identify infill and field extension opportunities and recommend optimum development drilling and completion programs.


• Work with engineering teams to assign risk and reserves.


• Oversee drilling activities and provide geological support throughout the drilling and completion phases.


• Provide technical support to operations, including log evaluation, core analysis, geophysics, and related geological activities.


• Prepare geological and geophysical studies as requested.


• Stay current with new technology and developments within the oil and gas industry.


• Present recommendations through oral presentations, written reports, maps, cross-sections, calculations, and supporting data.


• Perform other related duties and special projects as required.

Education & Knowledge

• Master's degree in Geology or Bachelor's degree with comparable work experience.


• Developed knowledge of oil and gas production.


• Developed knowledge of geological exploration techniques.


• Familiarity with the Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Marcellus, and Utica shale plays.

Experience

• 5-10 years of related experience in the oil and gas industry.

Competencies

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to research and evaluate information.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.


• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to complex written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.


• Strong proficiency with some or all of the following software:
  
  
  
  • ArcGIS
  
  
  • Petra
  
  
  • SMT Kingdom
  
  
  • StarSteer
  
  
  
  

JOB ID: 181565 #post

$160,000 - $205,000