Engineer II - DAS

Job Description

We are looking for an Engineer II - DAS (Distributed Acoustic Sensing) to join our Instrumentation - Engineering Design team at EarthScope Consortium. This full-time position based in Socorro, New Mexico involves managing and implementing multiple field projects to provide technical support for geophysical instruments and networks. The role includes participating in field operations throughout the United States, polar latitudes, and international locations, collaborating with team members, proposing new technologies, and ensuring project documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Implement geophysical projects, site reconnaissance, installation, and maintenance activities.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues related to geophysical sensor hardware and data communications.
• Assist in the design and testing of new systems under supervision.
• Evaluate and propose improvements to instrument design and data collection strategies.
• Ensure proper documentation of activities and metadata.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, geosciences, or related field.
• 3 years of experience (Bachelor's) or 1 year of field experience (Master's) with geophysical sensors or networks.
• Experience with data quality analysis software is preferred.

Additional Information

• Ability to run Fiber Optics Distributed Sensing applications and process data.
• Hands-on experience with fiber optic interrogator development and optical equipment.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Field experience in remote and extreme environments is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive yearly salary in the range of $74,400 - $92,900.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge geophysical technologies.
• Engage in collaborative projects and community-based programs.

If you are a qualified Engineer with a passion for geophysical technologies and ready to take on challenging projects, we encourage you to apply to join our team at EarthScope Consortium.