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Geophysicist jobs are open across oil and gas, mining, environmental consulting, and federal agencies, from entry-level field roles to senior and principal positions, with specializations in seismic interpretation, hydrogeology, and exploration geophysics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About Atlas
Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.
Job Description
Atlas is seeking a Geophysicist II to join our Geophysics team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will analyze geophysical evaluations to measure soil and rock properties—including seismic and shear wave velocities, electrical resistivity, conductivity, gravity, magnetics, and other subsurface characteristics—using non-destructive methods from the ground surface and within boreholes.
You will review, compile, and interpret geophysical data to map subsurface conditions that support environmental investigations, geotechnical engineering projects, groundwater resource exploration, natural resource exploration, and infrastructure development. The insights you provide will help clients better understand site conditions, reduce uncertainty, and make informed engineering and construction decisions.
Working alongside experienced geophysicists and multidisciplinary project teams, you will contribute to field investigations, data analysis, reporting, and technical recommendations. You will prepare geophysical service reports that help mitigate project risk by providing valuable insight into subsurface conditions, engineering parameters, and resource-targeting activities that influence future project design and development. Safety, quality, and technical excellence are central to the work we do and the value we deliver to our clients and communities.
Core Responsibilities
- Support the planning, preparation, and execution of geophysical investigations in collaboration with geophysicists and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Conduct field studies and geophysical data acquisition using techniques that measure subsurface and structural properties, including seismic velocities, electrical resistivity, electrical conductivity, magnetics, electromagnetics, gravity, and related methods.
- Manage and document field data with accuracy and attention to detail, evaluate data quality in real time, and perform field and post-processing quality control activities.
- Review, interpret, and compile geophysical data to support the mapping of subsurface conditions for environmental, geotechnical, groundwater, resource exploration, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare client-ready deliverables, including maps, figures, charts, tables, and technical reports that communicate findings and help inform project planning and design decisions.
- Follow Atlas safety standards, geophysical procedures, and regulatory requirements while demonstrating integrity, initiative, continuous learning, and a commitment to technical excellence.
You’ll thrive here if you have
- Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics, Geology, Earth Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Approximately 1–2 years of geophysics, geology, engineering, or related technical experience.
- Knowledge of geophysical data collection and interpretation principles.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality documentation.
- Effective problem-solving, communication, and digital literacy skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel and perform field-based work, including work conducted outdoors in varying site conditions.
- Interest in continuous learning and professional growth within the geophysics field.
What you can expect from us
The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.
About the Job
- Career Level: Associate
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $91,520 - $91,521 annual salary
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
EEO Statement
Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Notice to Third Party Agencies
Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.
Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!
About Atlas
Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.
Job Description
Atlas is seeking a Geophysicist II to join our Geophysics team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will analyze geophysical evaluations to measure soil and rock properties—including seismic and shear wave velocities, electrical resistivity, conductivity, gravity, magnetics, and other subsurface characteristics—using non-destructive methods from the ground surface and within boreholes.
You will review, compile, and interpret geophysical data to map subsurface conditions that support environmental investigations, geotechnical engineering projects, groundwater resource exploration, natural resource exploration, and infrastructure development. The insights you provide will help clients better understand site conditions, reduce uncertainty, and make informed engineering and construction decisions.
Working alongside experienced geophysicists and multidisciplinary project teams, you will contribute to field investigations, data analysis, reporting, and technical recommendations. You will prepare geophysical service reports that help mitigate project risk by providing valuable insight into subsurface conditions, engineering parameters, and resource-targeting activities that influence future project design and development. Safety, quality, and technical excellence are central to the work we do and the value we deliver to our clients and communities.
Core Responsibilities
- Support the planning, preparation, and execution of geophysical investigations in collaboration with geophysicists and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Conduct field studies and geophysical data acquisition using techniques that measure subsurface and structural properties, including seismic velocities, electrical resistivity, electrical conductivity, magnetics, electromagnetics, gravity, and related methods.
- Manage and document field data with accuracy and attention to detail, evaluate data quality in real time, and perform field and post-processing quality control activities.
- Review, interpret, and compile geophysical data to support the mapping of subsurface conditions for environmental, geotechnical, groundwater, resource exploration, and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare client-ready deliverables, including maps, figures, charts, tables, and technical reports that communicate findings and help inform project planning and design decisions.
- Follow Atlas safety standards, geophysical procedures, and regulatory requirements while demonstrating integrity, initiative, continuous learning, and a commitment to technical excellence.
You’ll thrive here if you have
- Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics, Geology, Earth Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Approximately 1–2 years of geophysics, geology, engineering, or related technical experience.
- Knowledge of geophysical data collection and interpretation principles.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality documentation.
- Effective problem-solving, communication, and digital literacy skills.
- Ability and willingness to travel and perform field-based work, including work conducted outdoors in varying site conditions.
- Interest in continuous learning and professional growth within the geophysics field.
What you can expect from us
The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.
About the Job
- Career Level: Associate
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Compensation: $91,520 - $91,521 annual salary
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
EEO Statement
Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Notice to Third Party Agencies
Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.
Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in geophysicist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in geophysics, geology, or earth sciences
- Proficiency in seismic interpretation software such as Petrel or Kingdom
- Experience processing or interpreting 2D and 3D seismic datasets
- Familiarity with potential fields methods including gravity and magnetics
- Understanding of well log analysis and petrophysical data integration
- Valid driver's license and willingness to work in remote field environments
Tips for Your Geophysicist Job Search
Tailor your resume to acquisition versus interpretation
Geophysicist job listings split sharply between field data acquisition and office-based interpretation roles. Highlight seismic processing software on interpretation-focused applications and field instrumentation experience on acquisition ones. Blending both without distinction signals a lack of focus to hiring managers.
Certify your software stack before applying
Most exploration and environmental geophysicist listings name specific platforms like Petrel, Kingdom, or RockWorks as requirements, not preferences. If you're missing a key tool, complete a vendor training module first so you can honestly list proficiency and reference a concrete project where you used it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists geophysicist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by subsurface domain, not just title
Searching only 'geophysicist' misses relevant openings labeled geoscientist, exploration scientist, or geotechnical analyst. Filter by domain keywords like seismic, potential fields, or near-surface to surface postings that match your background but use different job titles.
Prepare a portfolio of interpreted cross-sections
Interviewers in exploration and environmental firms routinely ask candidates to walk through a seismic section or well-tie workflow live. Bring two or three annotated examples from past projects you can explain end-to-end, including data quality issues you encountered and how you resolved them.
Negotiate start date around field season constraints
Many geophysicist roles in mining and environmental consulting ramp up during spring and fall field seasons. If you receive an offer in January or February, asking about a March start instead of February can signal field awareness and give you time to close out existing commitments cleanly.
Geophysicist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most geophysicists?
The companies hiring the most geophysicists right now include Terracon Consultants, SLB, and Fugro, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Colorado, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to concentrate in energy-producing states and firms with active exploration or environmental remediation programs.
How many geophysicist jobs are remote?
About 33% of geophysicist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote options most common in interpretation-heavy roles involving seismic data processing, reservoir modeling, or geotechnical reporting. Field acquisition and site-based environmental roles remain almost entirely on-site by nature.
How do you become a geophysicist?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in geophysics, geology, or a closely related earth science, then build software proficiency in seismic interpretation or geophysical modeling tools during coursework or internships. A master's degree strengthens competitiveness for research, federal agency, and senior exploration roles. Field experience gained through internships, co-ops, or technician positions before graduation substantially improves your chances of landing a first professional role.
Can you get a geophysicist job with little experience?
Entry-level geophysicist positions do exist, particularly at environmental consulting firms, federal agencies like the USGS, and energy companies with formal graduate programs. Employers with limited experience expect strong academic project work, demonstrated software skills, and evidence of field exposure through internships or university research. Framing your thesis, capstone project, or any fieldwork as professional-quality deliverables helps close the experience gap on your resume.
What does the geophysicist interview process look like?
Most geophysicist hiring processes include an initial screening call focused on your technical background and software experience, followed by a technical interview where you may be asked to interpret a seismic section, describe a data processing workflow, or walk through a past project in detail. Final rounds often involve a panel with geoscientists and project managers who assess both technical depth and your ability to communicate findings to non-specialist stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to geophysicist jobs?
You can find and apply to geophysicist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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