 Profile Statement Nexen Petroleum U.S.A. Inc. is an oil and gas exploration and production company with operations in the Gulf of Mexico, one of the most attractive hydrocarbon basins in the world. We have a management team noted for its technical expertise, an incomparable asset suite and the financial support of Nexen Inc., one of Canada's largest international oil and gas exploration and production companies.
Compressed Work Schedule This position is eligible for Nexen's Compressed Work Schedule program (CWS). This program provides flexibility in work hours to assist employees in balancing their work and personal lives. CWS participants work eight hours and 15 minutes per day and earn two Fridays off per month, for a total of 24 days off annually.
Position Overview The Geological Technician will provide technical support to geologists and geophysicists on varied tasks, and be responsible for supporting Gulf of Mexico Exploration projects through various stages toward completion. Incumbent will also lay out and update complex maps and cross sections; perform preliminary diagnostic work on data, make technical analyses, and report results. May also analyze data from project work and make recommendations.
Job Duties/Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Works with an Exploration team to follow daily operations of deepwater wells;
Loads daily drilling information into various geoscience applications such as Openworks, Petra, Petrel and Livelink;
Constructs structure maps and cross-sections using various geoscience applications such as Zmap, Petra or Stratworks;
Downloads LAS log curve data and loads into the technical application databases (Openworks/Petra/Petrel) in a timely manner. Performs quality control on the log data for accuracy and position to ensure proper loading; maintains a spreadsheet to track new well data release dates; and provides e-mail updates to the G&G community on LAS data loads and new well data releases;
Transfers data files between geoscience applications, such as between Openworks and Petrel;
Loads paleo data into Access database to standardize paleo bug names and appendages, then exports to file for loading into Petra and Openworks databases;
Loads data into Petrel and builds cross-sections;
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Required Skills:
Education/Experience
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Geology or closely related discipline or have a minimum of 8 years of related Geological experience;
Gulf of Mexico experience is preferred;
Strong computer literacy, including the use of personal computers and related software for data management, especially Microsoft Excel, is also required;
Should have a working knowledge of computer applications and a strong comprehension of technical concepts;
Must have used Landmark applications and have workstation experience. Must have experience using Linux operating systems. Experience with Petrel is also required;
Prefer candidate to have some skill in or knowledge of acquiring, assimilating and managing data, computer mapping and solving complex problems involving computer systems and data;
Ability to generate maps that are easy to comprehend is also desired, and the ability to perform conventional drafting function would be beneficial;
Must be efficient and able to meet deadlines while managing multiple assigned projects, as well as be able to work independently and in a team environment;
The following knowledge is preferred:
Experience in these oil & gas industry programs: Zmap, Stratworks, PetroWorks, OpenWorks, Neurolog, Neuromap, Petra, Petrel, SDI Montage, OpenSpirit;
Experience in these oil & gas industry related products: Lexco (OWL), Intellex, TGS (A2D), MMS Data, PI/Dwights, PaleoDataInc (PDI), Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access;
ESRI ArcGIS experience is a plus;
Knowledge of map coordinate systems is required; must be able to verify data accuracy;
Experience working with Access databases and Excel spreadsheet functions;
Experience using Livelink - loading files, applying metadata to documents and folders, and creating links;
Experience preparing PowerPoint slides using standard templates for internal and external reviews;
Must be a team player and communicate well with team members and other departments;
Must be goal-oriented and demonstrate willingness to learn new tasks and applications;
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of the Company;
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations;
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables;
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None;
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee is required to sit at a desk and use a computer, keyboard, telephone, calculator, and pen;
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Core Competencies Adaptability/Managing Change: Ability to embrace new technologies, meet emerging market demands, respond effectively to changing conditions, apply continuous improvement techniques and create new business opportunities.
Leadership: Ability to achieve desired results by encouraging and supporting the contributions of others possession of required knowledge, skills and experience to work effectively with others throughout the organization.
Teamwork: Knowledge, skill and ability to work effectively with others to achieve optimal collective results.
Communication: Ability to speak and write clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles; ability to secure information, listen effectively and get messages across that have the desired effect.
Global Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to work successfully in any community by effectively handling cultural, political and economic differences.
Technical/Operating Skills: Possession of appropriate technical and operational knowledge, skills and experience to ensure performance at a high level of accomplishment.
Initiative: Think critically and act logically to evaluate situations and generates required steps to ensure success.
Total Business Understanding: Knowledge and expertise in formulating competitive strategies and managing policies, practices, trends and information affecting the total business.
Closing Statement Nexen Petroleum U.S.A. Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer / Principals Only / No phone calls or emails please.
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