Senior Geoscientist

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.

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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.

- 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.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience, Licensure

- 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

Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure

- Master of Science Degree in Geology or Geophysics

- Experience in the Permian, Uinta and/or South Texas Basins

- Knowledge and experience with unconventional development

- Development planning and/or operations experience

Required Core Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

- 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.

Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please let us know by contacting recruitment@crescentenergyco.com.