CareerPlan

Sr. Exploration Geoscientist

Houston, USFull-time2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Identify, evaluate, and mature hydrocarbon exploration opportunities by integrating geophysical and geological information, primarily seismic and well data.

Role type

Senior hands-on exploration geoscientist (hydrocarbon)

Builds

Drillable prospects, subsurface models, and exploration well proposals

Domain

Oil & Gas exploration, seismic interpretation, geophysics

Required skills

Seismic interpretation (structural/stratigraphic), Rock physics, AVO/AVA analysis, Seismic attributes, Geobody extraction, Petroleum system assessment, Volumetric estimation, Well planning, Seismic acquisition/processing supervision, SAAM methodology, Velocity analysis, Depth conversion

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in Geology, Experience with airborne gravity/magnetic data, VSP acquisition coordination

Technologies

Seismic processing workflows (PSDM/RTM), Tomography, VSP, 2D/3D seismic

Responsibilities

Conduct prospectivity screening and evaluate onshore/offshore leads, Build consistent subsurface models integrating geophysical and geological data, Prepare technically substantiated exploration well proposals, Monitor and support seismic acquisition and processing projects, Present and defend exploration opportunities to stakeholders

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC