Operations Geologist

Company

Projeo Corporation (www.projeo.com) is advancing safe, affordable subsurface solutions for the energy transition with a focus on CO2 storage, Geothermal, Hydrogen Storage, Critical Mineral Development, Oil and Gas, Gas Storage, and EOR projects. Projeo provides geoscience and reservoir engineering technical expertise, experienced operational and field supervision services, and integrated project management for low-carbon energy projects. Projeo has a history of government-funded project leadership, and a growing client list that allows us to play an integral, hands-on role in a wide variety of subsurface projects advancing the energy transition. Projeo’s expertise has driven multiple leading-edge projects, including the first active EPA UIC Class VI CO2 injection well dating back to 2011. Projeo was acquired by GTI International, a holding company and wholly owned subsidiary of GTI Energy, in January 2022.

Position Summary

The Operations Geologist will be a remotely based position. Work will primarily focus on contributing to subsurface reviews and assessments of potential carbon storage or other energy storage/utilization potential through the use of standard subsurface evaluation workflows including operations planning and support. Work will also support the preparation and submittal of funding opportunity proposals and required regulatory documentation that govern the different parts of the energy transition space. Routine interface with clients, partners, and colleagues is expected.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform well log correlation, pick formation tops, identify drilling hazards, interpret drilling information, and perform other operations geology work associated with drilling both vertical and horizontal wells in conventional style reservoirs.
• Supervise rig-based geologic vendors as required (mud log, coring).
• Prepare geologic well programs and testing protocols for new areas, including building type logs and predicting formation pressures and geologic hazards and designing rock characterization programs.
• Analyze drilling and logging data for geologic insight in real-time.
• Analyze test program data including routine and special core, geochemistry, and pressure information.
• Perform offset well evaluations of current and historical wells to assess injection zone potential, identify operational risk, calculate pore pressure, and establish well drilling parameters in new environments.
• Use theoretical and practical knowledge of Reservoir Characterization to perform 2D and 3D analysis of seismic data, conduct well log analysis, assess offset analogue well and production data, and incorporate various other types of subsurface data into maps, cross sections, and regional framework understanding.
• Ability to interpret and integrate well data into a comprehensive geologic framework using robust mapping techniques.
• Responsible for well logging, sampling, and core program design, management, and analysis.
• Design well data acquisition strategies (logging, core, fluid) to support carbon storage reservoir characterization for multiple potential storage locations in the onshore US.
• Prepare summary packages, present results, and recommendations to stakeholders in a timely manner within deadlines.
• Prepare screening studies for new developments and evaluate public/private well and seismic data for purchase.
• Assist in preparation of well permits, regulatory documents, grants, technical reports, and other work as needed.
• Recommend, plan, and deliver optimal development strategies across varying geology and reservoir fluid properties.
• Conduct lookbacks and ensure lessons learned are captured and applied moving forward.
• Organize project work and conduct client-facing meetings as required.
• Travel to drilling sites as required to supervise geology operations (e.g., coring, wireline, testing).
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Competencies and Characteristics

• Value HSE – Demonstrate absolute dedication to the protection of Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Value Relationships and Diversity – Be willing to honor relationships through shared values with our clients, communities, employees, and partners while embracing the value of diversity, and our individual and corporate responsibility for fostering an equitable and inclusive environment.
• Value Stewardship – Be committed to disciplined stewardship of resources.
• Value Quality – Focus on quality and execution to do the job right the first time.
• Ethical Conduct – Demonstrate a strong ethical grounding towards transparent and appropriate conduct in their work but also a willingness and ability to guide others towards the same end.
• Energy Transition Focused – Excited about energy transition projects and willing to contribute to the development of energy transition projects.
• Performance Focus – The candidate is a self-starter who can proactively manage their time and complete assigned tasks.
• Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement – The candidate must be able to demonstrate a practical and pragmatic approach to problem-solving. The candidate should promote improvements in process and workflow for the company.
• Organization – Well organized in order to plan work schedules and meetings for technical, operations, and contract personnel.
• Oral Communication – The candidate must have advanced oral communication skills to effectively interact with peer groups, clients, and management.
• Written Communication – The candidate will have strong technical reporting and writing skills as demonstrated through published or internal clear and concise technical reports.
• Software - Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel/Work/Powerpoint) with experience in structured writing; independent working knowledge of at least one geomodelling software package for presentation (Petrel, Seequent, etc.).
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Effective interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and influencing skills are highly desirable; ability to lead multidisciplinary projects and delivery quality work on time
• Self-starter, able to work independently, collaborate fully as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and imperfect data.

Relationships

Supervisor: Principal Geologist II

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.                                                                                                            

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree or higher in geology.
• At least 5 years of experience working as an operations/production geologist actively involved in drilling wells in an asset team.
• Experience working with historical and public realm geotechnical data.
• Knowledge expertise of onsite well operations.
• Experience with data acquisition is preferred.
• Additional experience in an area outside of operations (project management, geochemistry, petrophysics, reservoir modeling, carbon management) is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Work authorization for the United States.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to work in 12-hr shifts for limited periods of time as needed to support rig operations.
• Some travel will be required (10-30%).

Compensation and Benefits

Projeo Corporation offers generous benefits, competitive salaries, career advancement, and the opportunity to work in a professional environment.

Relocation and Work Authorization

Relocation is not required for this position. Should relocation to a Projeo facility be agreed upon, Projeo offers relocation assistance for qualified candidates. More detailed information is provided at the time of an employment offer. You must have legal authorization to work for Projeo on your date of hire with no further action required by Projeo Corporation.

EEO Statement

Projeo is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please e-mail us at careers@projeo.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for Projeo on your date of hire with no further action required by Projeo. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)