Operations Geoscientist II in Columbus

Energy Jobline ZR; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 96.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CornerStone Professional Placement seeks an Operations Geoscientist to support oil and gas drilling in Columbus, OH onsite. The role focuses on geosteering horizontal wells, interpreting subsurface data, and guiding drilling teams to maintain precise well placement.

You will work with MWD/LWD data, seismic interpretation, and drilling engineers to optimize operations on a 12-month assignment with potential for permanent hire. onsite Columbus location.

Formación

• 2+ years of horizontal well geosteering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or Engineering required.
• Proficient in geosteering software and MWD/LWD data interpretation.

Responsabilidades

• Provide real-time geosteering and geological support for horizontal drilling operations.
• Analyze MWD/LWD data, formation structures, and geological changes to guide drilling adjustments.
• Utilize geosteering software to monitor drilling targets and optimize well placement.
• Collaborate with geologists, directional drillers, and drilling engineers.
• Interpret seismic data, structural maps, and offset well information for well planning.
• Monitor multiple wells and provide daily operational updates.

Conocimientos

Geosteering

MWD/LWD analysis

Seismic interpretation

Drilling coordination

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Geophysics/Engineering

Herramientas

StarSteer

Petra

Descripción del empleo

Job DescriptionJob Description

Operations Geoscientist

Location: Columbus, OH | Onsite

Type: 12-month assignment with potential for permanent hire
Compensation: $70–$80/hr. DOE

Take your geosteering expertise to the next level! Join a team where your geological insights help guide real-time drilling decisions and optimize horizontal well performance.

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking an Operations Geoscientist for an oil and gas client in the Columbus, OH area. This role focuses on geosteering horizontal wells, interpreting subsurface data, and collaborating with drilling teams to maintain accurate well placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geosteering and geological support for horizontal drilling operations.


• Analyze MWD/LWD data, formation structures, and geological changes to guide drilling adjustments.


• Utilize geosteering software to monitor drilling targets and optimize well placement.


• Collaborate with geologists, directional drillers, and drilling engineers.


• Interpret seismic data, structural maps, and offset well information for well planning.


• Monitor multiple wells and provide daily operational updates.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in horizontal well geosteering.


• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or Engineering.


• Proficiency in geosteering software; StarSteer and Petra .


• Strong knowledge of MWD/LWD data, directional drilling, and geological interpretation.


• Experience with seismic data, structural mapping, and well planning.


• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work onsite in Columbus, OH.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Appalachian Basin or similar geological formations.


• Experience with geological mapping, Excel, and offset well analysis.


• 1+ years of mudlogging experience.

Why Candidates Like This Role

• Competitive pay of $70–$80/hr. DOE


• Opportunity to contribute to critical drilling decisions.


• Collaborative, technically focused work environment.