Geophysics Specialist

ExxonMobil • Spring, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a creative and energetic geophysicist to join our team at ExxonMobil’s campus in Spring, Texas. You will apply advanced geophysical analysis to deliver integrated solutions across the asset lifecycle for our Upstream and Low Carbon Solutions businesses. You will collaborate across disciplines to develop subsurface predictions, shape technical strategy and business decisions, and drive innovation in geophysical methods, workflows, and technologies.

Requirements

• Strong technical foundation in one or more of the following: Rock physics, Seismic inversion, Forward seismic modeling, Potential fields (gravity, magnetics, CSEM), Time lapse (4D) seismic, Seismology, Solid earth or planetary geophysics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with ability to tailor messages to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to evolving business needs.
• Proficiency in English.
• Legal right to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship may be considered for candidates holding a PhD in a relevant field.
• MS degree or higher.
• Minimum of 3 years of industry or postdoc/academic experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Zoom.

Nice To Haves

• Record of innovation, technical integration, and creative problem-solving.
• Experience in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or other data science methods applied to subsurface challenges.
• Programming skills (Python, MATLAB, scripting for HPC platforms).
• Experience using RokDoc, Petrel, PrestackPro, or AspenTech.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geophysical analysis across diverse subsurface settings to deliver physics-based, geologically consistent, quantitative predictions of rock and fluid properties and spatial extents.
• Identify opportunities where geophysical insights can reduce uncertainty or improve decisions. Design technical workplans and ensure high-quality execution.
• Collaborate with geoscientists, engineers, and other functions to shape data acquisition programs, drilling operations, and asset investment decisions.
• Work with ExxonMobil technical core centers and business units, as well as co-venturers.
• Communicate technical findings, uncertainty, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Drive workflow improvements and technological advancements.
• Engage with external vendors, technical consortia, and academic partners to evaluate and incorporate emerging innovations.
• Support capability development by mentoring colleagues, sharing best practices, and contributing to internal knowledge networks.

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level