Sr. Operations Geologist

Flywheel Energy, LLC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flywheel Energy, LLC in Oklahoma City is seeking a Sr. Operations Geologist to provide geological insights for effective well execution. This role encompasses pre-drill planning, drilling operations, and post-drill analysis to support optimization and risk mitigation.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in geology, 8+ years of experience, and proficiency with geologic software. This position plays a crucial role in integrating subsurface data and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience required.
• Familiarity with geologic and data analysis software packages required.

Responsibilities

• Develop geoprogs, well plans, and target maps.
• Lead real-time geosteering and geological interpretation.
• Support post-well reviews and offset analyses.
• Inform completions design and interval selection.

Skills

Geologic interpretation

Data analysis

Geohazards identification

Real-time geosteering

Education

Bachelors in geology or related

Tools

Industry standard geologic software

Job description

The Sr. Operations Geologist delivers accurate, timely geological insights to support safe, efficient, and repeatable well execution across the full well lifecycle. This role is the primary geological contact during operations, integrating subsurface data with drilling, completions, reservoir, and asset development objectives to optimize well placement, reduce risk, and improve performance consistency.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Drill Planning

• Develop geoprogs, well plans, and target maps
• Interpret logs, seismic, and offset data to forecast formations
• Define targets, formation tops, and steering strategies
• Identify risks and geohazards; recommend mitigation
• Ensure high-quality, on-time pre-drill deliverables

Drilling Operations

• Lead real-time geosteering and geological interpretation
• Monitor LWD/MWD, mud logs, and gas data
• Provide clear operational updates and recommendations
• Escalate risks and key decisions in a timely manner

Post-Drill Analysis

• Identify drivers of performance and recommend improvements
• Document lessons learned to enhance repeatability
• Support post-well reviews and offset analyses

Completions & Development Support

• Inform completions design and interval selection
• Partner cross-functionally to integrate subsurface insights
• Support reservoir studies and development optimization
• Serve as geological point of contact for assigned wells
• Work closely with cross-functional teams
• Communicate insights clearly to technical and leadership audiences
• Promote accountability and continuous improvement

Technical Standards & Data Management

• Support improvements in workflows, tools, and data systems
• Ensure data integrity and accessibility across platforms

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors in geology or related (required)
• 8+ experience required
• Familiarity with industry standard geologic and data analysis software packages required