Company Description

 

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist in acquisition, QA/QC, processing, modeling, interpretation, and management of geophysical data as directed by Staff Geophysicist, Project Managers, or the Exploration/Development Manager. Receive training on field work best practices and data acquisition techniques with the goal of leading geophysical surveys at geothermal exploration and development projects in Nevada.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist with magnetotelluric (MT) geophysical field work in remote areas of Nevada for the purpose of imaging and characterizing geothermal prospects. Upon satisfactory training, lead geophysical surveys with minimal supervision. Design and execute daily survey plans including logistics, route planning, permit compliance, data management and field safety. Responsible for QA/QC, processing, and modeling of magnetotelluric data using commercial software. Responsible for generating maps, cross sections, figures, memos and/or presentations that aid in interpretation of geophysical data. Work with Staff Geophysicist and Project Geologist to integrate geophysical interpretation into existing conceptual model(s). Maintain geophysical equipment. Must be able to operate a 4WD vehicle in a safe manner in both on and off-road conditions

 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Organize and catalog legacy geophysical datasets and reports. Aid field operations as needed.

 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Working on or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in geologic sciences or geophysics, or alternatively, a physics or engineering degree with a relevant focus. Experience doing remote and/or self-guided field work is strongly favorable. Previous work with electronic equipment or sensors favorable but not required. Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to perform the job duties safely and efficiently Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to Ormat’s auto insurance carrier Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation.  Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to travel and work in remote field locations and extremes of weather Ability to travel on foot over rough and/or steep terrain Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. on an occasional basis Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment Travel approximately 50% of the time