Remote Operations Geologist

Job Location:

Pinehurst, TX 77362
This operations position serves as a technical expert on Geosteering, horizontal well execution, and evaluations. It is part of the team providing operational and technical support for Edge Systems’ Geosteering clients. The responsibilities include performing pre-job modeling and feasibility studies, engaging in Geosteering operations during the drilling phase, conducting end-of-well analysis with recommendations, and providing any additional support required to meet client needs.

The main objective is to ensure proper placement of the borehole within the client’s specifications, with direct contact with the client’s operations teams and timely delivery of high-quality deliverables.

• Display excellent customer service with clear communication, exceptional attention to detail, topnotch accuracy, and first-class deliverables.
• Function well in a team-based environment but be responsible for individual work products.
• Provide technical expertise for the planning, execution, and post-well analysis of horizontal wells on which Geosteering services are being utilized.
• Model offset data to determine the feasibility of Geosteering within reservoirs and given geological/physical constraints. Recommend best procedure for a successful wellbore.
• Monitor real-time data, provide real-time interpretation, and execute directional decisions to ensure proper placement of the borehole within a specific target.
• Integrate with client geology, geophysical, drilling, and completions teams for the planning and execution of their horizontal well programs.
• Give technical presentations to support Geosteering services including feasibility studies, Geosteering interpretations, and end-of-well analyses.
• Promote the integration of other Edge Systems’ services for a comprehensive customer solution when and where appropriate.

• Work rotations consist of working 12-hour shifts on both days or nights.
• Must be able to work fourteen days in a row prior to taking days off.
• Must be able to perform at a high level under very stressful environments and short deadlines.
• Houston Preferred; remote available.

• B.S. in Geology, Geosciences or Engineering.
• Must have the legal right to work in the U.S.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Full English fluency.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task.

• Require one year of wellsite geology and/or mud logging experience.
• Require one year of experience using Star Steer, SES, or equivalent software.
• Understanding of geophysics, geology, petrophysics, LWD, and directional drilling.
• Knowledge of and experience with various geology-related aspects of drilling operations.
• Strong understanding of overall drilling operations.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
• Experience with real-time operations.

• M.S. degree (or higher) in geology, geophysics, petrophysics, or petroleum engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience with an E&P operator or mud logging / Geosteering service company.
• Understanding of the geologic characteristics of various domestic oil and gas drilling basins.
• Extensive Geosteering experience using Star Steer software.
• Experience with azithumal GR and how to interpret.
• Broad knowledge of LWD and wireline logging technologies and operations.
• Proficient in Python, TIBCO Spotfire, and Microsoft Power BI for data analysis, visualization, and reporting.
• Experience integrating XRF, Mass Spectrometry, and additional analytical datasets into geologic and operational data logs for enhanced subsurface interpretation.