GEOPHYSICAL DATA MANAGER----Tucson

Certerra; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Certerra seeks a Geophysical Data Manager to process, analyze, and interpret geophysical datasets, with field exposure. The role requires proficiency in electrical resistivity, seismic methods, EM, GPR, and borehole logging, plus strong reporting and safety skills.

Applicants should have a B.S. in a geoscience-related field and 3+ years in geophysical services, with comfort handling GPS data and survey tasks.

Qualifications

• B.S. in hydrogeology/geology/geophysics/geological engineering or civil engineering with water/environment emphasis.
• M.S. in geoscience-related field counts as two years experience; Ph.D. counts as four years experience.
• 3+ years in geophysical services with data processing experience.
• Strong understanding of field activities, GPS equipment, troubleshooting, and safety.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; ability to write technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in data processing, analysis and interpretation for electrical resistivity and seismic data.
• Experience with EM methods, GPR, magnetics and borehole logging.
• Troubleshoot data acquisition gear and support geophysical reporting.
• Co-author technical reports with senior staff guidance.
• Observe and enforce OSHA/MSHA safety protocols.
• Support senior management with timely completion of project tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent oral and written comunicação

Data interpretation

Education

B.S. in Hydrogeology/Geology/Geophysics/Geological Engineering/Civil Engineering (water/environment emphasis)

M.S. in geoscience-related field

Ph.D. in geoscience-related field

Tools

Surfer

Grapher

RockWorks

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GPS

Survey design tools

Job description

Company Overview Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients. Certerra is a consulting firm with over 65 years of quality service that offers professional services in the southwestern United States in the fields of geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, nondestructive testing, and welding inspection. Certerra Subsurface Imaging Inc (formerly Hydrogeophysics Inc) is a full-service geophysical consulting company. We work across the world and specialize in mining solutions, environmental concerns and leak detection. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, CERTERRA has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

Company Overview Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients. Certerra is a consulting firm with over 65 years of quality service that offers professional services in the southwestern United States in the fields of geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, construction materials engineering and testing, nondestructive testing, and welding inspection. Certerra Subsurface Imaging Inc (formerly Hydrogeophysics Inc) is a full-service geophysical consulting company. We work across the world and specialize in mining solutions, environmental concerns and leak detection. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, CERTERRA has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

Position Description POSITION: GEOPHYSICAL DATA MANAGER Job Descriptionsummary Geophysical data managers are responsible for the processing, analysis and interpretation of geophysical data. While this is a data management position, there may be some field work involved as Certerra Subsurface Imaging is a field based geophysical company. This position requires proficiency in geophysical data processing techniques, especially electrical resistivity (2D, 3D and 4D), seismic (MASW, refraction and reflection), additionally experience within EM methods, GPR, magnetics and borehole logging will be beneficial. The geophysical data manager position is considered a permanent and salaried position. Position is open to applicants with compensation commensurate with the level of experience and technical expertise. REPORTS TO: Divisional Vice President

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Proficient in data processing, analysis and interpretation for electrical resistivity and seismic data
• Experience with data processing, analysis and interpretation for EM methods, GPR, magnetics and borehole logging
• Troubleshoot/Debug data acquisition gear on the methods listed above.
• Able to support writing of a geophysical report, including methodology and data interpretation.
• Demonstrates proficiency with Software: Surfer®, Grapher™, RockWorks™, Microsoft® Excel®, and Microsoft® Word®.
• Incorporates GPS or surveying data to spatially locate project data.
• Implements and assists with survey design tasks.
• Supports senior level management (i.e., Project Engineer and higher-level management) with the timely completion of project tasks as directed.
• Completes production reports, time logs, project logs, and other office or project-related paperwork as required.
• Co-authors technical reports with guidance from higher-level staff.
• Additional technical tasks may be tailored to the individual’s qualifications and background appropriately.
• Responsible for maintaining OSHA and MSHA certifications.
• Observes and enforces all safety protocols.

Requirements Education: A B.S. degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geophysics, Geological Engineering, or Civil Engineering (with a water or environmental resource emphasis) or a B.A. with upper math and physics. M.Sc. in a geoscience-related field counts as two years of experience or a Ph.D. in a geoscience-related field counts as four years of experience. Experience: 3+ years’ experience with a geophysical services firm or department with significant experience in data processing. An understanding of field activities, GPS equipment, troubleshooting techniques, and safety. Display strong organizational skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication ability. Must demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft® Excel® and Word®. Experience with geoscience-related software and writing technical reports. Physical Demands: Not Applicable Travel: Limited travel 0 to 20%

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions