Remote Geologist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health & wellness benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Cutting-edge exploration technologies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Geologist to join an exploration team. The role focuses on interpreting geological data, identifying hydrocarbon prospects, and guiding exploration initiatives remotely with cross-boundary collaboration.

The candidate will work with subsurface teams, utilizing advanced modeling software and contribute to significant industry discoveries. Strong data interpretation and remote communication skills are required to succeed in a global oil and gas

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences with a petroleum geology focus.
• 7+ years of progressive exploration geology experience in oil and gas.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (Petrel, Kingdom Suite) and GIS tools.
• Solid understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to build and refine geological models.
• Identify and evaluate oil and gas prospects and plays.
• Perform risk assessments and uncertainty analyses for exploration targets.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and reservoir engineers on integrated subsurface studies.
• Contribute to exploration strategies and portfolio management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and maps for stakeholders.

Skills

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

GIS tools

Seismic interpretation

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences (petroleum specialization)

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

ArcGIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and experienced Remote Geologist to join their exploration team. This role will focus on interpreting geological data, identifying potential hydrocarbon resources, and contributing to the strategic direction of exploration initiatives from a distance. You will work closely with subsurface teams, utilizing advanced geological modeling software and collaborating across geographical boundaries. This is an ideal position for a geologist who excels in data interpretation, possesses strong communication skills for remote collaboration, and thrives on contributing to significant discoveries within the global oil and gas industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to build and refine geological models.
• Identify and evaluate potential oil and gas prospects and plays.
• Perform risk assessments and uncertainty analysis for exploration targets.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and reservoir engineers on integrated subsurface studies.
• Contribute to the development of exploration strategies and portfolio management.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and maps for internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences, with a specialization in petroleum geology.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in exploration geology within the oil and gas sector .
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite) and GIS tools.
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and remote communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and project involvement.
• Flexible work arrangements supporting a remote lifestyle.
• Access to cutting-edge exploration technologies and data.