Geomechanics Numerical Modeler

Airswift; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental

Health

Vision & 401(k)

Job summary

Airswift seeks an experienced Geomechanics Numerical Modeler to support subsurface projects across oil & gas and CCS. The role focuses on advanced numerical modeling and rock mechanics analyses to tackle complex geomechanical challenges.

You will collaborate with engineers and geoscientists, develop workflows, and deliver technical reports to stakeholders. Requires 5–15 years in geomechanics with independent project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, or a related technical discipline.
• Master's degree or PhD strongly preferred.
• 5–15 years of experience applying geomechanical modeling to subsurface oil & gas or energy-related projects.
• Strong understanding of: Geomechanics, Rock mechanics, Stress analysis, Numerical modeling, Finite element methods.
• Experience modeling rock deformation, stress behavior, pore pressure interactions, and coupled mechanical systems.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced geomechanical numerical models to evaluate subsurface stress, pore pressure, deformation, and rock behavior.
• Analyze and predict geomechanical responses related to: Well planning and drilling operations, Reservoir compaction and subsidence, Fault reactivation, Casing and completion deformation, Hydraulic fracturing, CCS projects.
• Utilize finite element and multi-physics modeling approaches to solve complex solid mechanics and poro-mechanics problems.
• Integrate modeling results with laboratory data, field observations, and operational information to improve predictions and decision-making.
• Develop innovative workflows, methodologies, and modeling solutions with a high degree of technical independence.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, geoscientists, and project teams across global operations.

Skills

Geomechanics

Rock mechanics

Stress analysis

Numerical modeling

Finite element methods

Poro-mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, or related field

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

ABAQUS

VISAGE

ANSYS

Reveal

Elfen

Petrel

Job description

Location: Spring, TX

Schedule: 5/40

Type: W2 Contract (12 months, potential extension)

Benefits: Dental, Health, Vision & 401(k)

* This position does not offer relocation assistance

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Geomechanics Numerical Modeler / Geomechanics Specialist to support subsurface projects across conventional oil & gas and emerging carbon storage applications. This is a highly specialized technical role focused on solving complex geomechanical challenges through advanced numerical modeling and rock mechanics analysis. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in geomechanics, rock mechanics, computational modeling, and finite element analysis who are passionate about applying numerical techniques to real-world subsurface challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced geomechanical numerical models to evaluate subsurface stress, pore pressure, deformation, and rock behavior.
• Analyze and predict geomechanical responses related to: Well planning and drilling operations, Reservoir compaction and subsidence, Fault reactivation, Casing and completion deformation, Hydraulic fracturing, Carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects.
• Utilize finite element and multi-physics modeling approaches to solve complex solid mechanics and poro-mechanics problems.
• Integrate modeling results with laboratory data, field observations, and operational information to improve predictions and decision-making.
• Develop innovative workflows, methodologies, and modeling solutions with a high degree of technical independence.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and recommendations to multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, geoscientists, and project teams across global operations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geophysics, Geology, or a related technical discipline.
• Master's degree or PhD strongly preferred.
• 5–15 years of experience applying geomechanical modeling to subsurface oil & gas or energy-related projects.
• Strong understanding of: Geomechanics, Rock mechanics, Stress analysis, Numerical modeling, Finite element methods.
• Experience modeling rock deformation, stress behavior, pore pressure interactions, and coupled mechanical systems.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple technical projects.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Experience with one or more of the following software packages: ABAQUS, VISAGE, ANSYS, Reveal, Elfen, Petrel.
• Additional experience in any of the following areas is considered a plus: High-performance computing environments, MATLAB, Python, Scientific programming and workflow automation, Carbon capture and storage (CCS) applications, Multi-physics modeling.