What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geophysics & Monitoring Staff Professional position at ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC?
Responsibilities
The Geophysics & Monitoring Staff Professional performs technical field and office tasks in support of geophysical and instrumentation monitoring projects. This role includes executing field surveys, supporting data collection and analysis, and assisting with project delivery. The position contributes to project coordination, reporting, and client interaction while developing technical and consulting skills over time. The Geophysics & Monitoring Staff Professional maintains a positive customer service attitude and demonstrates an understanding of ECS Core Values.
Responsibilities
- Performs geophysical surveys and monitoring activities in field and office environments
- Installs and maintains instrumentation for monitoring systems (e.g., inclinometers, piezometers, strain gauges, vibration monitoring equipment)
- Collects, manages, and analyzes field data
- Supports project management activities for geophysical and monitoring projects
- Monitors project progress and supports coordination of field activities
- Assists in preparation of reports, data summaries, and technical documentation
- Conducts site visits and interacts with clients, contractors, and project teams
- Supports proposal preparation, budgeting, and invoicing processes
- Maintains project data and documentation in accordance with company standards
- Provides technical support to senior staff and project managers
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in geophysics, instrumentation, and monitoring or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience (i.e. 4-year degree 1 year of experience or Associate degree 3 years of experience)
- Experience with seismic refraction, electrical resistivity, and other geophysics methods or movement and vibration monitoring preferred
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, Geology, Earth Sciences, Engineering Technology, or related field is preferred
- If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
- Experience with geophysical methods (e.g., seismic refraction, electrical resistivity)
- Experience with instrumentation or vibration monitoring systems
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors, as well as independently
- Working knowledge of geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring practices
- Ability to interpret and analyze technical data
- Emerging project management and client interaction skills
- Interest in consulting, project delivery, and business development
- Proficiency with standard office software and field data systems
- Self-motivated and responsible work ethic
Military Qualifications
- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
- E-5
The expected pay range for this role and location is $70k - $85k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.
About Us
ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.
ECS is an Equal Opportunity [EO] employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other protected category. E-verify and federal drug-free work place compliant.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000