Pore Pressure & Wellbore Geomechanics Specialist
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1Role : Pore Pressure and Wellbore Geomechanics SpecialistThe Pore Pressure and Wellbore Geomechanics Specialist will provide wellbore geomechanics analyses in support of safe operations optimized drilling performance and enhanced field productivity.
The position supports the construction setup and calibration of 1D wellbore geomechanical models that are integral to well design and execution. The role brings together working subsurface knowledge and operational experience in a growing technical area with significant impact on Shale and Tight Carbon Sequestration Deepwater and Heavy Oil assets.
This role requires close collaboration with subject matter experts and managers in Houston to maintain workflow alignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct analyses such as pore pressure/ fracture gradient (PpFG) rock properties in-situ stress calculations wellbore stability sand production fracture width modeling etc.
Conduct petrophysical interpretations of open hole and cased hole well logs as well as rock property stress and mineral analysis. - Integrate geological and geophysical well log lab core measurements rock properties temperature pressure and drilling field data into the construction of 1D mechanical earth models
- Execute standard workflows such as PpFG wellbore stability sanding and fracture width calculations under the supervision of subject matter experts.
Required Qualifications
- BS and MS in Earth science disciplines (Geology Geophysics Geomechanics) or Petroleum or equivalent Engineering
- 5-7 years of pertinent industry experience
- Experience in oil and gas industry
- Experience with mudlogging wellsite or operations geology and understanding of the interplay between subsurface conditions and well operations
- Direct experience in pore pressure/fracture gradient in situ stress analysis wellbore stability and rock mechanical property modeling.
- Experienced in multiple reservoir types and stress regimes; proficient in a wide range of geomechanics analysis techniques
Preferred Qualifications
- 5-7 years of experience in geomechanics field
- Experience in one dimensional log interpretation tools such as Techlog or Geolog
- Experience in hands-on geomechanics modeling calibration and data analysis
- Experience with 1D geomechanics software such as Techlog Geolog JewelSuite or RokDoc.
- Good communication skills self-motivated proactive individual
- Experience in working with cross-functional teams earth scientists drilling & completions reservoir and production engineers
Selection Criteria 1
- Industry / geomechanics experience: Demonstrated industry experience in geomechanics within oil and gas industry.
Chevron ENGINE supports global operations supporting business requirements across the world. Accordingly the work hours for employees will be aligned to support business requirements. The standard work week will be Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm or 1.30pm to 10.30pm.
What we can offer you
Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment toThe Chevron Way.
Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.
Join a workplace where innovation collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.
Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus well-being and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.
Grow through structured learning mentorship and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevrons values and business priorities.
Accesscomprehensive benefitsthat support your health well-being and work-life balance.
Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.
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