Geologist

Cornerstone Engineers & Advisors is a firm that leads the market in client diversity focused on serving the top industrial, land development, municipalities, and infrastructure organizations that drive the California and Central Valley Economies and tax base. We provide what we call a “Connected Solutions” approach by linking strong fundamental Engineering and Project Management practices, combined with our Subject Matter Experts collaborating with our clients to utilize applied AI software to deliver high value solutions efficiently.

To deliver these attributes we seek individuals who have: A Passion for Excellence, Attention to Detail, and a Will to Succeed.

We are a legacy focused, generational company striving to bring long-term community impact that touches all stakeholders in Kern County and beyond with positive impacts that improve our community’s ability to serve our tax-paying employers and the citizens who make those companies thrive.

The Staff Geologist researches, compiles, and authors technical reports for underground injection control (UIC) applications and other oil and gas regulatory projects. The candidate must possess strong communication skills and is capable of working efficiently with limited supervision.

• Manage projects effectively, including budgets, resources, and client expectations / deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients to determine project scope and deliverables.
• Conduct technical analyses, including the determination of reservoir properties, geologic mapping, basic engineering calculations, and conduit analysis of wellbore diagrams.
• Build 2D geologic models using relevant software.
• Draft technical reports.

• Thorough knowledge of California oil and gas regulations.
• Very strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technical writer.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Willing to research and learn new skills.
• Experience using relevant software (Petra, ArcGIS, etc.)

• BS in Geology or Earth Science required.
• Two to ten years’ experience in oil and gas development or regulatory geology.
• Prior consulting experience is preferred.

Ability to frequently move about inside the office. Must be able to remain in a stationary position throughout much of the working day. Ability to operate a computer and other office productivity equipment. Ability to work outdoors, in varying temperature conditions. Must be able to move items up to 25 lbs.

The above summary is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.