Petroleum Geologist

1h1 hour ago

CGG

Villahermosa, MX · Full-time · MXN 900,000 – MXN 1,500,000

About this role

CGG’s Geology team is looking for an experienced Petroleum Geologist to work within an integrated team based at CGG’s office in Villahermosa, Mexico. The individual will play an integral part in delivering a technically excellent result to clients. Key deliverable includes full regional to block-scale interpretation and prospectivity evaluation leading to a risked and ranked portfolio of new prospects.

Scope includes post-well analysis, cross section construction, application of Play Based Exploration concepts, generation of Gross Depositional Environment maps, identification of new hydrocarbon plays and fairways, and building Common Risk Segment maps. Perform 2D and 3D seismic interpretation in a highly complex salt tectonic regime, detailed prospect definition and risking, and probabilistic volumetric calculations.

Integrate geological observations with multiphysics (gravity/magnetics), seismic processing, seismic interpretation, petrophysics, reservoir characterization, basin modelling/petroleum systems analysis, and reservoir engineering. Work collaboratively with other specialist disciplines within CGG. Role based in Villahermosa with potential to visit offices in the UK and US.

Responsible for undertaking, managing, and delivering subsurface work in line with CGG standards and best practice. Coach and mentor peers and junior staff on effective use of geological tools and workflows. Collaborate closely with clients, present findings in reports and presentations, and provide training.

Requirements

Manage and load well logs and other geological data into projects
Thorough understanding of downhole logs and petrophysical measurements; liaise with petrophysical specialists
Expert knowledge of Play Based Exploration concepts to identify new plays and prospects
Solid proficiency in well cross section generation and mapping software, preferably Landmark DecisionSpace or Petrel
Demonstrated understanding of salt geometries, processes, and interpretation strategies
Understand depositional processes and map reservoirs and seals from fluvial, deepwater, carbonates into Gross Depositional Environment maps
Solid knowledge of geochemistry and Petroleum Systems

Responsibilities

Undertake, manage, and deliver technically excellent subsurface work in line with CGG corporate standards and industry best practice
Work collaboratively and support other disciplines to ensure timely delivery of data and interpretations
Coach and mentor peers and junior staff regarding effective use of geological tools and best-practice workflows to assess prospectivity
Collaborate closely with clients throughout the duration of projects
Present findings in written reports and verbal presentations to clients
Perform post-well analysis, cross section construction, and Play Based Exploration concepts
Generate Gross Depositional Environment maps and identify new hydrocarbon plays and fairways