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Geophysicist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree level and the employer's filing approach. Most positions require a bachelor's or advanced degree in geophysics, earth sciences, or a related field, which fits the PERM labor certification framework employers use to sponsor permanent residency.
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Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon’s service lines.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Understand and practice quality acumen.
- Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
- Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
- Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
- Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
- May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
- Willing to travel locally and throughout Texas for various assignments; this role requires up to 80% travel.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or other geoscience fields.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients’ project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform a comprehensive range of geophysical technologies in support of geologic, groundwater, environmental, engineering, and materials testing investigations. Perform non-invasive geophysical surveys from the ground surface as well as geophysical logging in boreholes to provide images or models of subsurface conditions. Define survey objectives, design survey approaches, analyze the resulting geophysical data, and provide interpretation of results. Results are incorporated into the planning, design and construction of vital infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, airports, landfills, water supplies, and other facilities; the assessment of environmental conditions; and the evaluation of earth resources. Geophysics supports all of Terracon’s service lines.
ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
- Understand and practice quality acumen.
- Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.
- Developing level Geophysicist responsible for conducting geophysical surveys; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
- Performs site visits, field observations and field data collection or assignments.
- Assists in geophysical data collection and tests to evaluate, plan and permit projects.
- Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise.
- May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
- Willing to travel locally and throughout Texas for various assignments; this role requires up to 80% travel.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or other geoscience fields.
- A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification in field of expertise preferred based on state specific requirements.
About us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Terracon's geophysical services provide valuable information about the subsurface of our clients’ project sites faster, safer, and more sustainably than traditional drilling with little or no site disturbance. With the most geophysical professionals and the largest fleet of near-surface equipment compared to competitors, our experts draw on a wide range of screening tools to provide our clients with necessary geophysical data for the exploration, planning, design, locating, and/or evaluation of a wide variety of sites to increase accuracy and manage project risk.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Geophysicist
Match your degree to the posted requirements
PERM requires your credentials to align precisely with the employer's minimum requirements as filed with DOL. If the job posting lists a bachelor's in geophysics or geoscience, a degree in a closely related field like geology or physics can qualify, but document equivalency carefully before applications go out.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Oil and gas majors, environmental consulting firms, and federal contractors frequently sponsor geophysicists for green cards. Search OFLC PERM disclosure data to confirm an employer has filed for geophysicist or geoscientist roles before investing time in their pipeline.
Search green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter geophysicist openings by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This cuts the guesswork of identifying which companies are willing to run the full PERM process for this occupation.
Negotiate green card sponsorship before signing your offer
PERM timelines typically run 18 to 36 months before you reach adjustment of status. Confirm in writing that the employer will initiate the PERM process within a defined timeframe, and clarify whether they'll cover attorney fees, so there are no surprises after you've accepted.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation under EB-2
EB-2 requires the position to normally require an advanced degree. Review the O*NET profile for geophysicist and confirm your employer's job description requires a master's or equivalent, since a bachelor's-level posting will route the filing to EB-3 instead.
Understand how PERM recruitment affects your timeline
DOL requires employers to conduct a supervised recruitment campaign before certifying your PERM application. This process alone takes 60 to 90 days. If your employer skips required posting steps or hires you before recruitment closes, USCIS can deny the I-140 petition downstream.
Green Card Geophysicist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a geophysicist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on the position's stated requirements. If the employer requires a master's degree or higher, the role typically qualifies for EB-2. If the minimum is a bachelor's degree in geophysics, geology, or a related field, EB-3 professional is the standard route. Your employer's attorney determines the correct category during PERM preparation.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B for geophysicists?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with a three-year initial period and an annual cap with a lottery for most applicants. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no renewal requirement. There's no annual cap affecting EB-3 filings for most nationalities, though priority date backlogs can extend wait times for applicants from India or China.
Which employers most commonly sponsor geophysicists for green cards?
Energy companies, environmental consulting firms, federal contractors, and academic research institutions file the most PERM applications for geophysicist roles. You can confirm an employer's actual filing history by searching OFLC PERM disclosure data by occupation. Companies with established immigration programs are far more likely to take a candidate through the full PERM-to-I-485 process without complications.
Where can I find geophysicist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search geophysicist openings filtered by employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history. This removes the common frustration of applying to roles where sponsorship is listed as possible but the employer has no actual PERM filing experience for technical science roles like this one.
Can I switch employers during the green card process as a geophysicist?
Yes, under AC21 portability, you can change employers once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Geophysicist and closely related geoscience roles generally satisfy this requirement, but you'll want an immigration attorney to confirm the new position qualifies before making any move.