Operations Geologist Specialist Job - Date: Aug 28, 2018 Location: Houston, TX, US, 77056 Job Title: Operations Geologist Specialist Location: Houston, TX Responsibilities and Duties: - Geosteering of horizontal wells in Marathons drilling program with the use of LWD technology; monitoring real-time data, providing real-time interpretation, and responsible for adjusting the borehole position real-time ensuring proper wellbore placement - Provide operational support to the field, and oversee geosteering crews, mudlogging, and open-hole logging jobs; oversee all geology related field operations with the drill rigs - Generation of detailed isopach maps, lithofacies maps, structure maps, and cross-sections from well logs, cores, seismic interpretation, surface geology, remote sensing and other geological tools - Generate geological prognoses for new wells - Communicate technical results to team, supervisors and upper management team - Other duties as necessary Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Minimum BS in Geology. - A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in related position - Proficiency in geologic software and geosteering applications (ideally StarSteer, Geographix, Decision Space and ArcGIS), as well as core functions of Microsoft suites - Experience in unconventional reservoirs is required and particular experience in the Anadarko, Eagle Ford, Permian Delaware and Williston Basins is preferred - Ability to work flexible hours and cover 24/7 horizontal geosteering operations; including nights, weekends and holidays - As a core member of the Operations team, excellent communication skills are needed for interfacing with all levels of employees within the organization and members of the industry - Task oriented, with ability to work independently with minimal supervision or in a collaborative team environment tackling complex subsurface problems and organizing work load - Mentor to other geologists, interns and technicians. Work Schedule: - Position is eligible for the 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule, but must be flexible when business needs dictate while covering 24-hour operations Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE: MRO) is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company based in Houston, Texas. With a material position in four of the best oil-rich U.S. resource plays in different stages of development, we offer a variety of career opportunities, whether you're a recent college graduate or an experienced professional. You'll have the tools to develop and refine the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. Marathon Oil Company will take the necessary action to ensure that employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or other protected status under applicable employment law. Nearest Major Market: Houston Job Segment: Operations Manager, Geology, Operations, Engineering