Geophysicist

We are searching for an experienced Geophysicist. This position can be based in Oslo, Norway; Weybridge, U.K; or Houston, Texas. Join us as we make the energy transition happen.

This is PGS

PGS is an international company with offices in 14 countries. We support the offshore energy industry, with a range of integrated geophysical services to help find and develop renewable resources, oil & gas, and sites for carbon storage. Talented people, advanced technology and big data operations are fundamental to our success.

PGS operates offshore worldwide. Our HQ is in Oslo, and our two largest locations outside of Norway are in London and Houston.

The company culture is friendly, open and respectful, built on Norwegian values – but the workforce and markets are international. It is a combination that has attracted the sharpest minds from more than 60 nations. Future focus is more important than tradition at PGS - we constantly look ahead, as we develop the technological solutions of tomorrow.

Our core values are built upon teamwork, and working together as dedicated, reliable, pioneers. A strong company culture and the opportunity to make a difference on supplying the world with energy today are important for us.

PGS employees take pride in the quality of their own and their team’s results. Hierarchies are small, doors are always open, and social activities occur on a regular basis.

Geoscience will be key to developing new energy solutions at industrial scale, helping the world to meet the need for reliable energy and our challenging net zero targets. Will you join us?

Position Summary

We have an opening in our Geophysical Support Team for a Geophysicist with a few years of experience. Graduates with subject matter knowledge are encouraged to apply. 

The key responsibilities are to provide geophysical support and advice to PGS commercial teams and clients; to conduct survey modeling and design of competitive and sound geophysical acquisition solutions; and to participate in project initiation stage, understand client’s requirements, recommend on technical specifications and geophysical decisions.

Geophysical support activities cover the full range from marine exploration and production seismic to high and ultra-high resolution seismic including site characterization for CCS and offshore wind farms. In this position you will interact as a subject matter expert with a wide variety of stakeholders, internal as well as external, meaning you must have very good collaborative skills.

This position can be based in Oslo, Norway; Weybridge, U.K.; or Houston, Texas.

Main Tasks

Survey Design & Geophysical Support

• Seismic survey design for proprietary and multi-client seismic surveys (towed multisensor streamer, OBS, P-cable)
• Geophysical feasibility studies and forward seismic modeling
• Special geophysical studies
• Marine source modeling
• Assist clients in the use Nucleus+

Technical Presentations and Training

• Participate in project and business development meetings and provide subject matter expertise.
• Support technical training of PGS staff.

Technology Governance and Competitor Intelligence

• Follow relevant technology internal and external developments closely
• Support PGS in applying new and advanced technology

Required qualifications

• Higher university degree in geophysics or similar

Preferred qualifications

• Good industry understanding of the seismic value chain, strong technical understanding of seismic acquisition and imaging technology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of survey planning, seismic modelling, signal analysis.
• Good understanding of data processing.
• Ability to present PGS’ technical solutions internally and externally
• Programming experience preferred
• Experience in project management preferred

Why work at PGS

• A dynamic and international working environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Development opportunities.
• High HSEQ focus and ambitions.
• Flexible and balanced working environment with a hybrid working model.