About
Applied Physics Systems is a leading manufacturer of sensors and systems used in oil field, industrial and scientific applications. We design and engineer all of the products we supply. Our primary products are directional sensors, magnetometers and downhole drilling sensors and electronics.
History: Applied Physics Systems was founded in 1976 by Bill Goodman and for over thirty years has developed expertise in the design and manufacture of magnetometer sensors. In the last fifteen years, Applied Physics has developed and expanded its products for drilling systems, electrical, mechanical, and computer software systems.
Applied Physics Systems is a leader in the manufacture of magnetic field measuring equipment including Fluxgate Magnetometers, DC SQUID Magnetometers and Clip-on Milliammeters. We also manufacture a broad line of Angular Orientation measuring sensors including Steering Sensors for Directional Drilling applications and miniaturized sensors for general purpose use.
In addition to our standard products, APS conducts contract research for other organizations in the fields of its expertise. APS can design and build modified versions of our instruments as well as completely new instruments to solve your needs for magnetic field measurement, orientation sensors, steering tools and clip-on milliammeters.
APS is also a world leader in the design and production of Rock Magnetometer systems and accessories. These systems are produced in partnership with William S. Goree, Inc. and are sold under the 2G Enterprises name. 2G has its own web site with complete information on the instruments offered: http://www.2GEnterprises.com
News
1.19.09
Successful Commercial Deployment of Custom EM System in Siberia
Applied Physics Systems, Inc. and its marketing partner for the Russian/CIS countries, GeoTrend, have completed successful deployment of a custom-designed Wireline Dipole EM System in Western Siberia, drilling several underbalanced wells in difficult geographical areas of Russia. The system utilizes a wireline system, integrated with an EM telemetry system, to recomplete wells with underbalanced technology, greatly reducing damage to the formation, which is common when using conventional techniques. The resulting oil flow was over 100 barrels per hour while not on the pump. The entire underbalanced drilling system, which includes the Applied Physics EM MWD system, is available from GeoTrend. In this application, the system is being used to drill one or two sidetracks in existing vertical wells. The resulting oil flow from these recompletions is typically several hundred barrels per hour.
Careers
We're hiring. Please contact us at jobs@appliedphysics.com for more information about the following positions. Include JOB INQUIRY and any reference information in the subject field. All resumes should be in PDF format.
Engineers
We’re looking for experienced Electrical and Mechanical Engineers with specific experience in oil field applications, sensors (magnetic, accelerometers), and high temperature/high vibration electro-mechanical systems.
Skilled Technicians
We’re looking for high-end assemblers with experience in high temperature solder assembly and complex calibration procedures.
Current Positions
- Mechanical Engineer (Ref: ME-1001)
- Embedded Software Engineer (Ref: ESTE-1001)
- Electronic Assembly Inspector (Ref: EAI-3001)
See the following descriptions regarding these positions.
Description
Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of mechanical portions of APS products.
Interact with engineering and customers to establish product requirements for new products.
Work with suppliers and factory for DFM review prior to releasing the designs.
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 5 - 10 years of relevant experience in product development.
Required Job Skills
• Skilled SolidWorks user
• Experienced in the use of Geo-Dimensioning and Tolerancing interpretation according to the ASME Y14.5M (1994) standards
• Knowledgeable in statistical tolerance analysis and finite element analysis.
• Strong mechanical design background with manufacturing and machine shop experience
• Knowledge of metals and ability to conduct performance tradeoffs in selection of material for each application
• Good oral and written communication with the ability to interact with assembly and machine shop/vendor personnel
• Creative problem solving skills
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in difficult situations
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Design experience in Oil Field applications a plus
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Description
As the Embedded Software Test Engineer, you will serve as an embedded systems validation and test engineer for testing Applied Physics Systems cutting edge oil field tools. You will develop test plans and procedures to guide development and testing. You will perform verification and validation testing for new and existing products. You will be responsible for the test framework creation, test strategy definition, writing useful test reports and test hardware maintenance and enhancement.This is a new discipline for Applied Physics Systems, and so this is a great opportunity for a person with strong technical and leadership skills to drive improvement and efficiency in our company.
Responsibilities
- Prepare test plans and procedures from system requirements documents
- Analyze requirements for testability
- Develop and maintain test cases as requirements evolve
- Perform dry run testing to verify test cases
- Participate in test peer reviews and test readiness reviews
- Perform formal verification testing
- Perform root cause analysis to diagnose problems
- Work with developers to debug issues
- Generate test reports.
- Analyze test results.
- Develop and maintain a bug reporting system
Required Job Skills
- MS or BS in electrical engineering or computer science
- Experience in embedded software testing
- Programming languages and tools: Perl, C and C++, Subversion or other version control software
- Experience with test hardware tools
- SPI, I2C, UART, USB and other communication interfaces
Preferred Job Skills
- Ability to work as a member of bigger projects. Flexible team player.
- Good analytical and communication skills
- Knowledge in the following areas is a plus: SQL Database management, php / cgi for dynamic HTML report generation, SPI, I2C, UART, USB and other communication interfaces, Atmel, TI, ARM CPUs
Personal Job Skills
- Excellent written (reporting, documentation) and verbal communication skills
- Ability to address and resolve issues in an objective, fact-based, professional fashion.
- Self motivated, able to work in a fluid environment.
- Ability to work as a member of bigger projects. Flexible team player.
- Leadership skills.
Electronic Assembly Inspector (Ref: EAI-3001)
Description
Performs inspection of manufacturing goods during the manufacturing process. Conducts dimensional and electrical inspection of sub-assemblies or final assemblies. Interprets prints, manufacturing drawings, diagrams, wire cards and lists in approving or rejecting in-process or final assemblies. Work from drawings and sketches and specifications. Adapts inspection measuring devices and procedures where necessary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned)
• Inspect electronic equipment with its sub-assemblies like circuit cards, power supplies, wire harnesses, chassis assemblies, and final unit assemblies for compliance with engineering drawings, customer requirements, FAA, ISO and other regulatory agencies. To perform First Article Inspection reports which include mechanical dimensioning.
• IPC-A-610 certified
• Must be familiar with IPC-A-610, Class II and III as well as J-Standard solder specifications
• Work with cables, wires and solder connections.
• Inspect work for quality; re-work as necessary after first and second inspection.
• Audit shipments and sales order for completeness
• Work using the company ERP system (computer based work order and inspection tracking)
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years’ experience in the inspection of avionics units.
Knowledgeable in IPC-610 workmanship STD.
Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, scales, microscopes.
Education/Experience
AA degree or equivalent experience.
Language Ability
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Math Ability
Basic math and geometry.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills
Able to navigate through window based PC. Data entry. Microsoft Excel a plus. The company uses a computer based work order and inspection tracking system.
Certificates and Licenses
- IPC-A-610 Certified
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and sit.
Tradeshows
05/02/2011 (All day)
United States
06/21/2011 (All day)
10/30/2011 (All day)