Instrumentation Technician (US Based)

The Instrument Technician is responsible for deploying, recovering the nodes, maintaining node handling equipment and the associated node management systems. Their role includes data downloading from the nodes, software upgrading and information sharing / communications with other seismic and marine departments during operation.

Main Responsibilities:

PXGEO’s OBN seismic operations take place in very variable environments (different seas, areas, seasons, vessels, equipment, client’s requirements, and different resources). This position must be able to cope with these environments to do the tasks described below:

• Is fully aware of hazards and risks within his area of responsibility and other tasks under his control.
• Operates and maintains:
• Digest system; Node Handling Automation systems with ancillary equipment; and other electrical systems.
• Maintains daily work log
• Proper equipment maintenance based on supplier manuals, office recommendations and best practices.
• Updates and implements the preventive maintenance plan.
• Recording of maintenance tasks into the maintenance logging system.
• Requests for external assistance, when necessary, based on technical analysis and specification of needs, through the fault reporting system or the shipyard work list.
• Provides information to the client about seismic acquisition issues upon request via the Shift Leader Instrumentation.
• Is to be familiar with the use of Corporate Software.

Requirements

• Degree in Electronics, mechatronics/automation, computer science or similar / Combination of education and relevant experience in Geophysics or Electronics along with:

• A thorough understanding of the GeoSpace Nodes and their specifications
• Thorough knowledge of operating Digest, including creating reports, testing nodes, preparing nodes for deployment and recovery.
• Good understanding of operating the NSS system, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting the system.
• Auxiliary Equipment: Radios UHF, wattmeter, radio Modem, Hydrophone or geophone tester (Sercel, I/O sensor), Oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge in computers, workstations, network, radios and electricity is essential.
• To be competent in the use of corporate software.