Laboratory Technical Support Specialist

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments to measure elastic, inelastic, and mechanical rock properties, including velocities, anisotropy, and attenuation
• Develop operational understanding of laboratory equipment, including calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Prepare rock samples, design experiments, acquire high-quality data, and perform technical analysis
• Investigate rock property variations under different stress, temperature, and fluid saturation conditions
• Utilize X-ray microtomography techniques to study rock deformation at microscopic scales
• Implement software modifications and support automation workflows using Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar languages
• Maintain high safety standards and ensure compliance with all laboratory procedures

Requirements

• Master's or Doctorate in geology, geophysics, geological engineering, or a related field
• Solid understanding of elastic wave propagation and digital signal processing fundamentals
• Knowledge of rock mechanics boundary conditions, including fluid pressure systems and axial stress control
• Familiarity with displacement and strain measurement systems such as LVDTs and strain gauges
• Demonstrated interest in troubleshooting laboratory hardware, electronics, and instrumentation
• Commitment to developing a long-term, laboratory-focused career

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and fabricating experimental equipment using 3D CAD modeling and prototyping
• Basic understanding of CNC machining for hardware fabrication
• Skills in designing or modifying ultrasonic sensors, including phased arrays or tomographic systems
• Experience with automated test systems, data collection tools, or laboratory control software

About the Company

Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies, involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. The Rock Mechanics and Rock Physics (RMRP) team is an experimental group dedicated to laboratory testing of geomaterials to support exploration, production, and new energy initiatives like CCUS and Geothermal.