Ian Thompson
About Ian Thompson
Ian Thompson is a Principal Electronics Engineer at PGS, with over 30 years of experience in the Seismic Exploration industry. He specializes in FPGA manipulation, embedded design, and has contributed to the development of the GeoStreamer.
Work at PGS
Ian Thompson has been employed at PGS since 2013, serving as an Electrical Engineering Advisor for 11 years. He has also held the position of Principal Electronics Engineer since 2018, contributing to projects in the Houston and Austin, Texas areas. His previous role at PGS was as a Principal Software Engineer from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he worked as a Project Manager at PGS from 1996 to 1999. His extensive tenure at PGS highlights his commitment to the company and the seismic exploration industry.
Education and Expertise
Ian Thompson earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Cambridge, where he studied from 1977 to 1980. He possesses expertise in manipulating Altera, Xilinx, and Lattice FPGAs using Verilog, VHDL, or schematics. His skills extend to embedded design work with Intel/Altera SoC and SiliconLabs EFM32 processors, utilizing Micrium OS. He has a strong background in low noise analog design and digital design, working with various processors and FPGAs.
Background
Ian Thompson has over thirty years of experience in the seismic exploration industry, encompassing all phases such as acquisition, processing, and research and engineering. His professional background includes significant contributions to the Telecom and Broadcasting industries. He was one of the principal engineers behind the innovative GeoStreamer project, demonstrating his capability in leading advanced engineering initiatives.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ian Thompson has played a pivotal role in various engineering projects, particularly at PGS. His involvement in the GeoStreamer project is a notable highlight, showcasing his engineering expertise. His positions at PGS, including Principal Electronics Engineer and Electrical Engineering Advisor, reflect his leadership and technical skills in the field.