Geophysical Analyst

About us

Join us at ESG Solutions, a fast-paced, technically driven company with an exciting work environment. We see every day as a new opportunity to impress our customers, grow our understanding and build our expertise.

With a customer base spanning six continents and regional offices in Canada, the United States, Latam, Asia, Indonesia and Australia, we’re able to offer competitive career opportunities worldwide.

ESG offers competitive compensation and an employee bonus scheme.

Please visit the ESG web site at www.esgsolutions.com for more information. ESG is looking for a Geophysical Analyst who will work closely with multiple groups including Data Processors, Seismologists, Geotechnical Engineers, Software Developers, and Support Technicians in order to ensure deadlines are met and client deliverables are optimized.

About the Role

The successful applicant will join ESG’s Energy Transition Group working remotely out of Colombia. The Geophysical Analyst will be reporting to the Manager of Analytics for the Energy Transition.

The Geophysical Analyst is to acquire, process, and report on microseismic data related to Energy Transition. They will work closely with multiple groups including, Data Processing, Specialists, Software, Wireline, Field Services, and Project Management teams in order to ensure deadlines are met and client deliverables are optimized.

This position requires an individual with a strong attention to detail and good problem solving skills. The Analysts participate in a rotation schedule and therefore must be available to work on weekdays as well as weekends.

About the duties

• Project (site) set up, configuration and optimization
• Microseismic Data Processing (picking, event location, source parameter calculations)
• For recurring projects (Resmap, ISM, MGS) Maintain and monitor site(s) performance and health and update (optimize) site parameters as needed (processing files, sensor files, triggering, etc.)
• Data Interpretation
• Report Writing
• On-call response evening, weekends and holidays
• Potential for Office support up to 12 hours per day, either during the day or night
• Integration of (geological and geophysical) data sets
• Modeling / Feasibility Analyses and array designs
• Participation in client meetings / presentations
• Potential to participate in advanced microseismic analyses example : SMTI picking, 3DVM building
• Potential for short term travel to site, for client meetings or for conferences

About the Requirements

• Strong knowledge of English
• B.Sc. or higher Geophysics, Earth Sciences or related field
• P.Geo, P.Eng, P.Geoph or the ability to obtain said designations is considered an asset
• 0-2 years of work experience. Seismology / microseismic experience is considered an asset
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Work under guidance of managers and project managers
• Effective communication (oral and written)
• Ability to continuously learn
• Ability to use microseismic systems and installation tools
• Proficiency in MS Office, ESG software suite
• Ability to program is an asset
• Good problem solving skills
• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and / or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
• Knowledge of the principles of geophysics and microseismics
• Ability to learn new computer software is essential
• Possess excellent organizational skills

About You

• Self-reliant, independent, self-directed, energetic, and driven to succeed.
• Passion for excellence, focused on providing high quality deliverables and an appreciation that detail is very important.
• Able to challenge the status quo.
• Initiative : taking ownership, doing what is needed without being asked, following through.
• Self-managing : we are focused on outcomes, not the clock the successful applicant must be able to manage their time themselves.
• Team player : no job is too menial or of lesser importance. We all pitch in to do whatever is necessary to meet a deadline, ensure a successful outcome, or provide continuity of service.
• Critical thinking : constantly looking for and suggesting improvements in deliverables and procedures, challenging the status quo.
• Communication (written and verbal) : Can transform data into practical operational insights and recommendations.
• Learning mindset : ability to master new computer software (other than the standard office productivity tools) and new knowledge or insights;

willingness to abandon outdated or unproductive tools, knowledge, ways of thinking.

Why Work at ESG

• We have an amazing, dynamic team of and dedicated professionals, who work in a collaborative atmosphere
• We offer a competitive total compensation package including Health and Dental Benefits, RRSP, Personal Days and Bonus opportunities
• The chance to make positive and impactful contributions in your work
• We encourage learning opportunities and provide access to Learning
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