Junior Geophysicist - Subsurface Solutions

About the role

Amentum is looking for a motivated Junior Geophysicist with at least two years of professional experience to join its Subsurface Solutions team within Earth and Environmental Operations. The role bridges data collection and engineering solutions for environmental, defence and energy projects, combining hands-on field data acquisition, advanced processing and technical reporting. It is a hybrid position within a multidisciplinary team covering sedimentary and high-strength rock, Quaternary geology, hydrogeology, land quality, geotechnical engineering and geoscience safety cases.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support geophysical surveys using in-house equipment such as ERI, GPR, EM and HVSR
• Help design survey programmes to identify subsurface risks (voids, utilities, bedrock depth) and integrate findings with geotechnical and geoenvironmental teams
• Support the design of third-party onshore surveys (MASW, 2D reflection and refraction, wireline and cross-hole seismic) and near-shore marine surveys (SBP, magnetometer, 2D reflection and refraction), with field supervision and offshore certification and training provided
• Process raw field data with industry-standard software (e.g. Res2DInv, Geolitix) and assist with interpretation of 2D and 3D seismic datasets (IHS Kingdom)
• Carry out structural analysis and fault mapping, then write factual and interpretive reports with clear visualisations and recommendations
• Manage field equipment maintenance and uphold health and safety standards on site

Required profile

• Degree in Geophysics, Geology or Civil Engineering (MSc preferred)
• 2+ years in a commercial engineering or environmental geophysics environment
• Full, clean driving licence
• Willingness to travel to remote sites across the UK and overseas and work outdoors in varying weather
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage several projects and work autonomously

Required skills

• Proficiency in GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS) and geophysical processing software
• Interests in CCS and geothermal energy are welcomed

What we offer

• Competitive package with benefits for UK employees, including free single medical cover and digital GP service
• Enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement of professional development and memberships
• Hybrid, part-time and flexible working arrangements discussed with the employer