Geophysicist

Crescent Energy•Houston, TX

About The Position

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low-decline production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer (by gross operated production) in the Eagle Ford basin. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet. The Geophysicist will be responsible for applying technical evaluations to the development and production of oil and gas reservoirs to obtain a high economic recovery. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support optimal asset development and operations, leveraging fundamental geoscience skills in petroleum systems, stratigraphy and basin studies. Directly responsible for data analysis covering the characterization of source rocks, migration, reservoir, seals and traps integrating knowledge of structural geology, sedimentology, geochemistry, petrophysics and geophysics.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Geology, Geophysics or related field of study
Five to ten (5-10) years of Exploration & Production (E&P) or relevant geoscience experience
Proficiency with Kingdom software
Possess valid driver’s license and clean driving record (MVR) that meet Company’s Insurance qualifications to operate Company vehicle
Data analysis and geologic mapping.
Experience using GIS software and analysis tools.
Familiarity with Spotfire and/or Power BI.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Ability to identify issues, troubleshoot, and develop solutions.
Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills to be able to make accurate calculations, identify deficiencies, address weaknesses, and how to improve them.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to management and across field and office peers.
Demonstrate high ethical and professional behavior and decision making when working with others.
Able to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities, tasks, and deadlines.
Good interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, and foster and encourage teamwork.
Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, and tools.
Able to recognize and apply safety processes and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science Degree in Geophysics or Geology
Experience with acquisition and processing of geophysical data
Experience in South Texas, Permian or Uinta basins
Working knowledge of advanced geophysical interpretation techniques such as attribute and inversion analysis
Experience with gravity and magnetics data
Knowledge and experience with unconventional development
Development planning and/or operations experience

Responsibilities

Generate integrated structural and stratigraphic interpretations using seismic and other subsurface geological and geophysical data
Maintain asset characterizations of hydrocarbon volumes, subsurface controls and risks and integrated recovery expectations.
Generate optimal field development plans, including but not limited to, delineation of acreage, appraisal of multiple landing targets, and the economic justification for proper well spacing.
Work with Development team on recommendations for data acquisition, leasing and drilling projects.
Support the Operations Geologist with well planning, the pre-spud process and drilling and completions activity.
Work closely with completions and operations engineers to design and propose optimal frac designs and develop drawdown strategies.
Evaluate and integrate competitor activity and results.
Provide analysis and support for non-op activity, recommendations and decisions.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks
Collaborate with the Business Development team on acquisition opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.