Intermediate Professional, Geophysics

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deploy, and maintain geophysical equipment and instrumentation.
• Participate in field data collection using seismic, resistivity, magnetics, and ground penetrating radar methods.
• Support the processing and preliminary interpretation of geophysical datasets under senior staff guidance.
• Absorb and apply standard geophysical software tools for data processing and visualization.
• Support integration of geophysical data with geological, environmental, or geotechnical information.
• Collaborate with team members to analyze and interpret basic geophysical data in geological and environmental contexts.
• Contribute to completing projects within defined scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Escalate non-routine issues to senior team members.
• Comply with internal procedures, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as required by project or business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics, Geoscience, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in geophysics or related fields.
• Understanding of geophysical principles and techniques (seismic, EM, GPR, magnetometry).
• Familiarity with geological mapping, subsurface investigations, and environmental data collection.
• Ability to work safely in varied outdoor environments and weather conditions.
• Interest in fieldwork and willingness to travel for extended field campaigns.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and work effectively in team settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn geophysical software.
• Ability to accurately record, organize, and manage field data.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to lift, carry, and set up field equipment.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Willingness to comply with site-specific safety requirements.
• Adaptability to new tools, workflows, and procedures.
• Team-oriented mindset and commitment to professional development.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedule is conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Internship or coursework focused on geophysics or environmental geoscience.
• Experience with data logging or GPS-based survey systems.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS or other mapping software.
• Previous fieldwork or laboratory experience.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory or permitting considerations in environmental or engineering projects.

Skills

• Geophysical principles and techniques (seismic, EM, GPR, magnetometry).
• Data processing and visualization software.
• Microsoft Office.
• Fieldwork and laboratory experience.
• Regulatory and permitting considerations.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation (or other personal time).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

$60,900 - $76,100

Schedule

Ability to work schedule is conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.