2020-05-22
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Sacramento
California
United States
United States of America - California, Sacramento
Job Summary
The AECOM Water Business Line has an immediate need for a Geophysicist to join our team in Sacramento, California.
As a Geophysicist, you will support geophysical data collection and modeling in the execution of critical water resources projects. Your role will be to provide technical expertise in geophysics to project teams and to maintain AECOM technical standards. This position will provide clients with leading technical capabilities applying geophysical techniques to solve complex geologic/hydrogeologic problems. AECOM seeks highly-motivated individuals with communication skills and the ability to work in teams and independently.
Additional duties related to this position include:
Prepare geophysical models to plan, evaluate, and analyze data collected from field surveys.
Manage and monitor the quality of geophysical data acquisition under the direction of project geophysicists from geophysical systems including advanced electromagnetic induction (EMI) instruments.
Assist, observe and monitor data collection in the field to verify compliance with planned surveys and recommend modifications based on progress findings.
Relate geophysical data to geologic/hydrogeologic material properties to aid in conceptual site model development and informing engineering design.
Programming, data evaluation/visualization, and technical writing.
Provide geophysical technical evaluations and recommendations for project managers and clients to inform project decisions.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Geology or Geophysics
MS/Ph.D. in Geophysics.
Familiarity with geophysical modeling and visualization software.
Familiarity with geophysical modeling related to groundwater and hydrogeologic studies.
Familiarity with working with large, multi-dimensional data sets.
Clear and effective communication skills, simplifying complex concepts for a range of audiences and stakeholders.
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Engineering - Geology
Business Line Water
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 237354BR
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.