Senior Geochemical Modeler

Fervo Energy · Golden, CO, Houston, TX, Milford, UT, Oakland, CA, Reno, NV, Salt Lake City, UT

Posted Nov 6, 2026

Est. total comp~$161K–$283K

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About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Position Description

We are seeking a Senior Geochemical Modeler to develop and apply advanced geochemical and reactive transport models to support the design, development, and long-term operation of Enhanced Geothermal Systems (EGS). This scientist will predict fluid chemistry evolution during geothermal reservoir circulation, integrate laboratory and field data with numerical models, and assess geochemical risks associated with mineral scaling, corrosion, and non-condensable gas (NCG) generation and release. …

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Required 4 items

Education: Master's degree in Geochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Hydrogeology, Earth Sciences or a related field

Experience: 5+ years of experience in reactive transport modeling

Skills and tools: Python, MATLAB

Preferred none listed in the text we have

Also in the posting: hybrid work; regular in-office presence required

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Crew department: Processing

Skills Fervo Energy names in this posting:

Thermal systems
Drilling operations
Geothermal

Related coursework: the Processing Track: Mineral Processing, Refining and Recycling. We study 4 core modules, take a quiz after each one and pass a final test to earn the Mars Mining Certificate in Processing Fundamentals. We can link its verification page from our resume. It records online learning, not professional licensing or work experience.

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