Sr. Geomechanics Engineer

Airswift is looking for a Sr. Geomechanics Engineer to work in a contractor position (12 months, with strong possibility of extension) in Mexico City for a major offshore oil and gas project.

This role is key to supporting hydrocarbon resource development through advanced geomechanical studies. The Sr. Geomechanics Engineer will deliver innovative solutions in wellbore stability, pore-pressure modeling, sand production management, fractured reservoir characterization, hydraulic fracturing simulation, and time-lapse seismic imaging. The position focuses on optimizing drilling, completions, and reservoir engineering processes to maximize recovery and operational efficiency.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform sanding prediction for unconsolidated reservoirs.
• Lead geomechanics planning for data acquisition programs.
• Conduct hydraulic fracture simulations to assess conductivity loss.
• Execute and lead 1D drilling and completion geomechanics analysis.
• Generate drilling hazard analyses and risk mitigation strategies.
• Perform critical state fault analysis.
• Lead 3D geomechanical modeling to evaluate subsidence, compaction, and fault reactivation.
• Prepare technical presentations and reports.
• Ensure adherence to corporate HSEQ standards and data management protocols.
• Support real-time monitoring and decision-making during drilling operations.
• Assist with geomechanics lab studies and FIT / LOT testing.
• JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geomechanics.
• Master’s or PhD in pore pressure prediction, fracture gradient, wellbore stability, or drilling preferred.
• Over 10 years of experience in the petroleum industry, with a focus on geomechanics studies related to wellbore stability, pore-pressure modeling, sand management, fractured reservoirs, hydraulic fracturing, and seismic imaging.

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ABOUT AIRSWIFT

Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients in STEM industries. We offer a turnkey workforce solution to acquire, mobilize, and employ top talent in over 70 countries. With 800 employees in over 60 offices worldwide, 7,000 contractors, and a candidate database of 1.5 million specialists, our geographical reach and pool of available talent, experience, and expertise is unmatched in the industry. We are proud to serve as a trusted advisor to clients looking to expand their operations internationally and offer employer of record services, payroll outsourcing, and HR consulting.

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