Geologist
Midland, TX 
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Job Description
Job description

ABOUT COTERRA ENERGY

Coterra Energy Inc. was formed in October 2021 as the result of a merger between Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and Cimarex Energy. By merging, the two legacy companies have created one entity full of talented people with decades of experience in the energy industry. Our team is passionate about delivering reliable energy to all and achieving environmental excellence while doing so. We embrace innovation and technology and encourage an atmosphere of open dialogue between employees and leadership.


JOB SUMMARY

Excellent opportunity to grow with a leading exploration and production company. The incumbent will be responsible for generating ideas to grow the region through technical analyses. Actively involved with the planning and implementation of our horizontal exploration and development plans. Works closely with other Geoscientists, Geosteering Specialists, Engineers, Drillers and field staff to ensure the safe and efficient execution of the well plans to optimize the success of Coterra's drilling programs.

Job requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform regional geological risk and resource analyses across a variety of play types
  • Integrate geologic, geophysical, petrophysical, and production data to identify opportunities
  • Map and communicate resource potential through appropriate geologic products
  • Work closely with reservoir engineers to assess economics of prospects
  • Help to plan wells and guide geosteering staff on proper well placement
  • Works well in a team environment but can also work independently with minimal supervision


SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Power Point
  • Experience in unconventional resource plays, with Delaware Basin experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Mapping Software packages, such as Petra, Geographix, and/or SMT Kingdom
  • Proficient with well logs and petrophysics
  • Experienced in creating standard geological work products
  • Must be a team player


EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Position requires 4 year degree in geology or geophysics or related field

Preferred: Graduate Degree Masters degree in geology or geophysics highly preferred


YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

3-5 years

3+ years of upstream oil and gas industry work experience required


WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is typically performed indoors in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to perform work which includes typing, sitting, and standing. In the event that incumbent visits operations worksite, personal protection equipment, including head protection, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety shoes, and flame-resistant clothing is required. Safety rules including OSHA and DOT requirements are strictly enforced. Employees must be willing to travel and work extended hours on short notice.


TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

10% - 15% Travel will be required for mandatory meetings, training and visits to field locations.


EEO-1 STATEMENT

Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.


 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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