Survey Geologist 2

GeoCareerGo; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey (WVGES) in Morgantown, WV, seeks an experienced geologist to join the Geoscience & Mapping team. The role combines office and field work, focusing on geological mapping and GIS-based map construction.

Required degrees include MS/PhD or BS with experience. Expect duties in subsurface mapping, data analysis, and 3D model creation for oil, CCUS, geothermal projects, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ESRI mapping packages such as ArcGIS or ArcMap.
• Experience with subsurface mapping software such as Petra, Petrel, or Geographix is preferred.
• Familiarity with subsurface data and static model evaluation.
• Regional and local subsurface mapping skills for structural and reservoir mapping.

Responsibilities

• Conduct subsurface geological mapping.
• Work with geological data for oil and gas exploration, CCUS/geologic storage, geothermal energy, and related projects.
• Create and evaluate 3D geologic models.
• Evaluate subsurface static models.
• Perform regional and local structural and reservoir mapping.
• Work with diverse subsurface datasets.

Skills

MS Office

ArcGIS/ArcMap

Petra

Petrel

Geographix

Subsurface data

Structural mapping

Driver's license

Education

MS in Geology

PhD in Geology

BS in Geology

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Survey Geologist

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West Virginia Geological & Economic Survey (WVGES)

organtown, West Virginia, USA — Office and Field

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Job Description

WVGES is seeking an experienced geologist to join the Geoscience & Mapping team. This is an office and field position focused primarily on geological mapping and GIS-based map construction.

Qualification

PhD, M.Sc, B.Sc

For Survey Geologist 2: MS degree in Geology from an accredited college or university, including Sedimentology, Stratigraphy, Structural Geology, and successful completion of geologic field camp. A BS in Geology plus 2 years of professional work experience may substitute for the MS. For Survey Geologist 3: PhD; or MS in Geology plus 3 years of professional experience as a geologist; or bachelor's degree in Geology from an accredited four-year college/university plus 5 years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional geologist experience. Appointment level depends on prior professional and educational experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct subsurface geological mapping.
• Work with geological data for oil and gas exploration, CCUS/geologic storage, geothermal energy, and related projects.
• Create and evaluate 3D geologic models.
• Evaluate subsurface static models.
• Perform regional and local structural and reservoir mapping.
• Work with diverse subsurface datasets.

Required Skills And Experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ESRI mapping packages such as ArcGIS or ArcMap.
• Experience with subsurface mapping software such as Petra, Petrel, or Geographix is preferred.
• Familiarity with subsurface data and static model evaluation.
• Regional and local subsurface mapping skills for structural and reservoir mapping.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the state's vehicle insurance plan.

Experience

0 - 5 years

Job Information

Salary

$48,000-$50,000

Degree

M.Sc

Experience

0 - 5 years

Last Date

Oct 15, 2026