Tallgrass

Manager-Petrophysics

Houston, TX

Full-time

About This Job

Primary Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION

Experienced and highly skilled petrophysicist that has worked multiple basins is needed to apply subject matter expertise to carbon sequestration projects in feasibility and development stages.The desired applicant also has rock mechanics subject matter expertise.This role fits within a multidisciplinary subsurface sequestration development team.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities

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Conduct petrophysical analysis and interpretation of well log, rock and fluid data to develop robust petrophysical models.

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Ensure petrophysical models are integrated into interdisciplinary geologic construct suitable for reservoir characterization and simulation analysis.

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Coordinate development of petrophysical workflows with Petrophysical Technical Authorities

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Plan petrophysics projects, identify and recommend appropriate petrophysical staff levels balancing internal and external resources as needed.

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Ensure quality and completion of petrophysical projects within approved timelines and budget.

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Identify and recommend appropriate software and tools necessary to implement approved petrophysical projects

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Design and recommend formation evaluation program plans adequate for subsurface characterization and regulatory compliance.

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Support drilling team in implementation of logging and sampling programs.

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Provide onsite support as needed (drilling, logging, core analysis, etc.).

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Ensure QA/QC rock and fluid sample analyses for integration into subsurface models and regulatory submissions.

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Effectively delegate petrophysics tasks to other contract Petrophysicist engaged by Tallgrass.

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Work collaboratively with other disciplines in a transparent, sharing, team approach.

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Mentor junior staff as needed.

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Gain/express proficiency with the Class VI permit process as it relates to the geologic assessment, development and operation of CO 2 sequestration projects.

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Support compliance team in reporting and maintenance of all applicable subsurface permits.

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Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.

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Maintain a regular, dependable attendance with a consistently high level of performance.

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Work non-traditional hours and hours in the field as needed.

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Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.

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Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Education

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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an engineering or geoscience discipline.

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Masters or PhD not required but is a plus.

Experience/Specific Knowledge

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15 (+) years' experience or more as a petrophysicist, 5 or more years working for an operator.

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Experience managing well logging operations.

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Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

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Experience working with petrophysical software such as Techlog or similar well evaluation software

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Experience with pore-pressure, minimum horizontal stress prediction

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Experience with log derived mechanical properties and comparison to laboratory measured

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Experience managing direct reports and multiple projects across simultaneous work fronts

Technical Competencies And Skills

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Subject matter expertise of core retrieval/ handling and design/ evaluation of conventional and special core analysis programs including routine core analysis, capillary pressure, relative permeability, geomechanics, formation damage, etc.

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Expert knowledge of conventional rock petrophysical workflows including calculating clay volumes, lithologies, saturations, porosities, permeabilities, flow units, etc.

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Expert knowledge of seal rock evaluation including lithologies, threshold entry pressures, clay volumetrics, fracture analyses, seal integrity, etc.

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Expert knowledge of petrophysical workflows including deterministic and multi-mineral models with the ability to critically think and appropriately apply workflows for the rock and data.

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Expert level knowledge of old log and core data reports and comfort producing petrophysical models with vintage data sets.

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Expert level knowledge and interpretation methods of advanced logging tools including NMR, Dielectric, Dipole Sonic, Image Logs, Neutron Spectroscopy, etc.

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Expert level knowledge of cased hole logs, including pulsed neutron logs, saturation logs, cement bond logs, etc..

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Expert knowledge of image logs including resistivity and acoustic with the ability to process, interpret, and integrate the logs.

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Expert level knowledge of formation testing including design of the tests and interpretation; experience running tools such as the MDT is a must.

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Rock mechanics, fluid substitution, and pore pressure subject matter expertise is required.

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Mud Logging expertise is required.

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Experience working with a reservoir management team including geoscientists, reservoir engineers, geophysicists, operations engineers, drilling engineers, and other technical staff.

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Experience working fields on injection such as waterfloods and steam floods; experience with CO2 floods is a plus.

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Experience with well operations and making quick decisions including recommending tool changes; experience with Thru-Bit, Shuttle, Cased Hole, and Cordax a plus.

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Experience with wireline toolstring design, incorporating operational considerations and risks

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Experience with service provider selection, technical review and comparison of all formation evaluation equipment

Other

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Must be self-motivated and ambitious, ability to organize and prioritize daily work with the ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.

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Individual is capable of problem solving autonomously, but is not afraid to ask questions when he/she arrives at a possible solution that deviates from the stated directions

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Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

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Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

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Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands

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Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.

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Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.

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Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

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The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

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The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

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Primarily working in an office environment, with well site operations and travel as needed.

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Working after hours, nights, weekends, holidays as needed.

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

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Industry competitive pay

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Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

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Infertility Coverage

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Parental Leave

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401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%

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Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources

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Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

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Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

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Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off

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Identity theft protection

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Annual discretionary bonus

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Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program

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Company-paid holidays and floating holidays

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Company vehicle (if applicable)

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Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more

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Networking and employee engagement events

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Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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