Operations Geologist: Delaware Basin Geosteering Expert

Permian Resources; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Permian Resources, based in Midland, TX, is seeking an Operations Geologist to support Delaware Basin development. You will integrate with asset geologists, project geophysicists, and the drilling team, focusing on horizontal well geosteering and correlations in unconventional plays.

The role requires a strong background in geosteering, problem-solving, and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting; you will supervise 2–4 horizontal drilling rigs and contribute to drilling efficiency and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology required.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, preferably with an operator with an active development program.
• Strong geosteering background in unconventional plays.
• Short course/continuing education training in petrophysics, stratigraphy, and other relevant topics a plus.
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Geosteering of wells in Delaware Basin; select casing points and landing curves.
• Prepare pre- and post-drill materials, Geo-progs and structure maps.
• QC survey plats, Geoprogs, directional plans, permits for well prior to spud.
• Prepare post-drill materials including steering profile and final lateral display.
• Coordinate with mud loggers and drilling engineers to improve steering efficiency.
• Maintain clear communication with drilling and geotechnical teams to improve subsurface understanding.
• Participate in team and corporate reviews.
• Supervise 2–4 full-time horizontal drilling rigs.

Skills

Geosteering

Well-to-well correlations

Unconventional plays

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Kingdom

StarSteer

Job description

Permian Resources, based in Midland, TX, is seeking an Operations Geologist to support Delaware Basin development. You will integrate with asset geologists, project geophysicists, and the drilling team, focusing on horizontal well geosteering and correlations in unconventional plays.

The role requires a strong background in geosteering, problem-solving, and ability to work in a multi-disciplinary setting; you will supervise 2–4 horizontal drilling rigs and contribute to drilling efficiency and