Seismic Imager Review Based on 1 Year Working Experience in CGG
Pros
1. CGG Seismic Imaging hires people from all kinds of scientific background, such as Math, Physics, EE, Biology, CS.... So CGG is a good transition company from any background to Oil and Energy. 2. People in CGG Seismic Imaging is very kind and the social relationship in CGG seismic imaging department is simple. 3. Good immigration support. Now CGG is E-verified. Supports H1b and Green Card. 4. Cash bonus every month and can be up to 50% percent of your base salary if your level is high.
Cons
1. Very bad work-life balance in Seismic processing department, especially for new hires without much experience. Though working after hour is not required but some tasks are tough and you have to expend your working hours. 2. Seems the seismic imaging department policy is to push the new hire hard with low base salary and keep the experienced employees by high bonus. 3. Because of reason 3, most employees (2/3) will left CGG Seismic Imaging in 5 years. Others left will be promoted.