EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our philosophy is to find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best. For over 40 years, DEA has been leading complex transportation, energy, water resources, and land development projects nationwide. Our multidisciplinary teams partner with clients to design innovative solutions that address the unique needs of each project. The firm has over 30 offices in 11 states and employs approximately 750 people. DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design Firms in the U.S.

DEA’s Marine Services division is an award-winning leader in the field of hydrographic and geophysical surveying. DEA Marine Services is staffed by a highly experienced group of hydrographers, surveyors, engineers, and scientists with wide-ranging expertise in hydrography, oceanography, marine geology and geophysics, geodesy, and geospatial science. We are recognized as trusted advisors to our clients and take pride in our ability to develop innovative field programs and geospatial products to address the specific objectives of each project.

DEA Marine Services is in search of an experienced, project-oriented Hydrographer to join our team of professionals. This position will be based in our Gulfport, MS office, but will require frequent travel to remote and/or offshore project locations to support hydrographic and/or geophysical fieldwork. Fieldwork opportunities will include large-scale, offshore surveys aboard our 82’ survey vessel Blake or other large vessels in addition to smaller scale coastal, estuarine or riverine surveys with trailerable launches, watercraft, and/or remotely operated vehicles. When not in the field, the candidate will be expected to provide significant support and/or oversight to our geospatial data processing workflows, perform quality control checks on work products, and produce high quality project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain hydrographic survey equipment including single beam, multibeam, and side scan sonar systems, positioning instruments and motion sensors, sound speed sensors, and other ancillary equipment such as sediment sampling devices and hydraulic systems.
• Operate survey-related software for data acquisition, navigation, and survey documentation including review of GNSS data streams and software to confirm accurate positioning
• Coordinate and collaborate with the project team(s) to review project plans and provide project updates
• Perform in-field quality assurance, data management, and documentation activities
• Conduct in-field mobilization and demobilization of survey vessels and equipment
• Work independently or as a team to analyze and process hydrographic data, prepare survey documentation, produce project deliverables, and perform quality control checks of work products and procedures

Qualifications

• B.S. in Marine Science, Physical Science, Engineering, or other relevant discipline
• 5 years of hydrographic and/or geophysical survey experience
• Familiarity with NOAA and USACE survey procedures
• Professional certification/licensure preferable, but not required
• Knowledge of all aspects of hydrographic surveying including vessel positioning, tides and tidal zoning, survey vessel configuration, cartography, sound velocity concepts, sonar data acquisition, interpretation, and troubleshooting, and survey documentation procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge of hydrographic data acquisition, processing, and analysis packages including Caris, Hypack, and Chesapeake SonarWiz
• Demonstrated commitment to established safety procedures

Salary and job classification will be commensurate with experience. Teleworking will be considered for this position.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Apply online at:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=5810   

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our philosophy is to find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best. For over 40 years, DEA has been leading complex transportation, energy, water resources, and land development projects nationwide. Our multidisciplinary teams partner with clients to design innovative solutions that address the unique needs of each project. The firm has over 30 offices in 11 states and employs approximately 750 people. DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design Firms in the U.S.

DEA’s Marine Services division is an award-winning leader in the field of hydrographic and geophysical surveying. DEA Marine Services is staffed by a highly experienced group of hydrographers, surveyors, engineers, and scientists with wide-ranging expertise in hydrography, oceanography, marine geology and geophysics, geodesy, and geospatial science. We are recognized as trusted advisors to our clients and take pride in our ability to develop innovative field programs and geospatial products to address the specific objectives of each project.

DEA Marine Services is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Hydrographic Project Manager who will be required to do frequent travel to remote and/or offshore project locations to support hydrographic and/or geophysical fieldwork.  Fieldwork opportunities will include large-scale, offshore surveys aboard our custom 82’ survey vessel Blake or other large vessels in addition to smaller scale coastal, estuarine or riverine surveys with trailerable launches, watercraft, and/or remotely operated vehicles. The scope would cover a wide range of hydrographic and marine geophysical services with a primary focus on multibeam bathymetric surveys. Additional duties would include guidance, leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the Marine Services staff.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in business development, client interaction, and managing project execution, scope and budget;
• Coordinating, managing and conducting field operations;
• Overseeing and assisting with data processing efforts;
• Managing risk to crew and equipment;
• QA/QC;
• Keeping abreast with changing technology;

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong project management skills
• Sound business acumen
• Ability to use some or all of the following: Reson multibeam systems, Applanix POS/MV positioning and motion reference system, EdgeTech side scan sonars and similar sonar instrumentation
• Familiar with NOAA and USACE specifications for hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing, estimating, conducting and processing hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of five years of experience in successfully managing people and helping them achieve their maximum potential
• Must be self motivated, detail oriented and safety conscious
• Strong working knowledge of Windows-based programs, as well as hydrographic data acquisition software including Hypack, SonarWiz, Applanix POSPac, and CARIS HIPS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Geomatics, or related science field
• Strong working knowledge of geodesy
• NSPS/THSOA Hydrographer Certification or IHO Category A Hydrographer
• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Apply online at:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=5808   

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our philosophy is to find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best. For over 40 years, DEA has been leading complex transportation, energy, water resources, and land development projects nationwide. Our multidisciplinary teams partner with clients to design innovative solutions that address the unique needs of each project. The firm has over 30 offices in 11 states and employs approximately 750 people. DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design Firms in the U.S.

DEA’s Marine Services division is an award-winning leader in the field of hydrographic and geophysical surveying. DEA Marine Services is staffed by a highly experienced group of hydrographers, surveyors, engineers, and scientists with wide-ranging expertise in hydrography, oceanography, marine geology and geophysics, geodesy, and geospatial science. We are recognized as trusted advisors to our clients and take pride in our ability to develop innovative field programs and geospatial products to address the specific objectives of each project.

DEA Marine Services is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Hydrographic Project Manager who will be required to do frequent travel to remote and/or offshore project locations to support hydrographic and/or geophysical fieldwork.  Fieldwork opportunities will include large-scale, offshore surveys aboard our custom 82’ survey vessel Blake or other large vessels in addition to smaller scale coastal, estuarine or riverine surveys with trailerable launches, watercraft, and/or remotely operated vehicles. The scope would cover a wide range of hydrographic and marine geophysical services with a primary focus on multibeam bathymetric surveys. Additional duties would include guidance, leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the Marine Services staff.

Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in business development, client interaction, and managing project execution, scope and budget;
• Coordinating, managing and conducting field operations;
• Overseeing and assisting with data processing efforts;
• Managing risk to crew and equipment;
• QA/QC;
• Keeping abreast with changing technology;

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong project management skills
• Sound business acumen
• Ability to use some or all of the following: Reson multibeam systems, Applanix POS/MV positioning and motion reference system, EdgeTech side scan sonars and similar sonar instrumentation
• Familiar with NOAA and USACE specifications for hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing, estimating, conducting and processing hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of five years of experience in successfully managing people and helping them achieve their maximum potential
• Must be self motivated, detail oriented and safety conscious
• Strong working knowledge of Windows-based programs, as well as hydrographic data acquisition software including Hypack, SonarWiz, Applanix POSPac, and CARIS HIPS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Geomatics, or related science field
• Strong working knowledge of geodesy
• NSPS/THSOA Hydrographer Certification or IHO Category A Hydrographer
• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Apply online at:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=5808   

DEA’s Marine Services Division is looking for a Marine Equipment Technician to work in our Vancouver, WA location.  In this role you will be required to work with specialized hydrographic and marine geophysical instrumentation systems performing inspections, diagnosis, minor repairs, and maintenance of equipment including managing small fabrication projects. Responsible for preparing and organizing equipment systems safely and efficiently for mobilization and demobilization, according to project requirements and agreed upon procedures. Assist in maintaining equipment inventory and manage shipping and receiving. Act as the point of contact for field staff regarding equipment and instrumentation needs or issues.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate, setup, install and maintain marine instrumentation and equipment systems
• Manage process of scheduling repair and maintenance of vehicles, vessels and maintain systems for immediate deployment
• Maintain inventory procedures, monitor movement of shipments and maintain shipping and receiving logs
• Maintain warehouse and workshop to uphold a clean, safe and orderly working environment
• Manage vessel, trailer and vehicle records, track licensing, annual inspections, certifications, and assist in managing safety and compliance
• Support and assist with other related duties and special projects as requested
• May occasionally conduct field work in offshore, coastal and inland marine environments

Basic Qualifications:

• Associates degree or Technical training and minimum 3+ years relevant experience
• Strong mechanical and technical experience/aptitude in fast-paced, changing environment
• Able to travel and work independently as well as within a team environment, prioritizing workload and following through on tasks
• Strong trouble shooting and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of marine electronics and electrical wiring
• Experience working around and maintaining engines, boats, and/or electronics
• Experience driving large vehicles and trailering boats
• Adept at communicating, both written and verbally

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, oceanography, marine science, or related discipline is desirable.  Relevant experience can replace degree. 
• Knowledge and experience in applying advanced concepts, practices, and procedures as they relate to: integration of hydrographic instrumentation, networking wired/wireless communications, integration of autonomous platforms, topside and wet end cable repair.
• Ability to advancing technical skills to maintain specialized systems used to gather and analyze hydrographic, marine geophysical, oceanographic  and other ancillary data. 

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

To apply for this position follow this link:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=5806 

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our philosophy is to find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best. For over 40 years, DEA has been leading complex transportation, energy, water resources, and land development projects nationwide. Our multidisciplinary teams partner with clients to design innovative solutions that address the unique needs of each project. The firm has over 30 offices in 11 states and employs approximately 750 people. DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design Firms in the U.S.

DEA’s Marine Services division is an award-winning leader in the field of hydrographic and geophysical surveying. DEA Marine Services is staffed by a highly experienced group of professional hydrographers, surveyors, engineers, and scientists with wide-ranging expertise in hydrography, oceanography, marine geology and geophysics, geodesy, and geospatial science. We are recognized as trusted advisors to our clients and take pride in our ability to develop innovative field programs and geospatial products to address the specific objectives of each project.

We are currently seeking a Hydrographic Survey Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our Vancouver, WA office and coordinating nationwide operations.  This is a salaried office-based position that may require work on weekends, off-hours and some field work during peak field season to support field operations.

As an Operations Manager, your responsibilities will be diverse and will include: equipment and staff scheduling; support of field operations; coordinating staffing and equipment with other regions to support nationwide operations; managing training programs; oversight of warehouse manager and equipment technicians; oversight of inventory and insurance schedules; work with the Director of Marine Services on equipment acquisitions; and providing mentorship for hydrographic and equipment technicians based in Vancouver. In part, this leadership includes achieving the following outcomes:

• Working closely with project managers for vessel, equipment, and staff scheduling to maximize operational efficiency, initially this will be working closely with the Director of Marine Service.
• Assuring that the services provided by hydrographic and equipment technicians satisfy DEA's contractual obligations and are responsive to each client's needs, technically excellent, and cost-effective.
• Collaborating with the IT Manager and Warehouse Manager for implementation of new systems or modifications to meet project needs.
• Supporting field operations, assisting with troubleshooting, and coordinate resolution of issues encountered to keep operations on schedule and budget.
• Managing technical and safety training to develop safe and efficient operations.
• Providing project logistics support and direction to hydrographic and equipment technicians during mobilization and demobilization of vessels and equipment.
• Assisting project managers with review and development of activity hazard analysis and safety plans for projects.
• Assuring that DEA's policies and procedures, including risk management, equipment tracking and quality process systems are in place, function, are performed consistently, and promote all company values.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong project management and offshore operations management skills
• Degree in Geomatics, Engineering, Hydrography, Oceanography, Geology or related science field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing, conducting, and processing hydrographic, oceanographic and marine geophysical surveys
• Must be self-motivated, detail oriented and safety conscious
• Demonstrated ability directing and overseeing offshore survey operations
• Experience managing onshore and offshore safety protocols and procedures

• Ability to travel to support field operations as needed (project startup, infill for staff shortages, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong trouble shooting skills and working knowledge of hydrographic and marine geophysical systems and current on new developments in the industry
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor or Engineer

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

DEA is proud to be an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Apply online at:  https://phh.tbe.taleo.net/phh03/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=5807  

The School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences invites applications for the Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Postdoctoral position. The title/rank will be contingent upon the selected candidate's skills and experience in their area of expertise.

A Postdoctoral Associate / Senior Postdoctoral Associate is needed to conduct research collecting ship-based high-resolution bathymetry and acoustic backscatter data in Long Island Sound using a new multibeam echosounder in support of benthic habitat and sediment transport studies. The selected candidate will perform data analysis, write proposals for external support, and prepare manuscripts for publication in appropriate specialized journals.

Postdoctoral Associate
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):  
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in hand by June 1, 2022.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in marine sciences, earth science, ocean engineering or a related field in hand by June 1, 2022. Familiarity with the multibeam bathymetry echosounding technique. Seagoing experience. Familiarity with GIS, CARIS, QPS, MatLab, Python, and/or similar software used in processing, analyzing or displaying multibeam data. Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux systems, Office applications, and statistical software.

Brief Description of Duties: The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences under the supervision of Principal Investigator, Dr. Roger Flood. The selected candidate will assist with the installation and calibration of a multibeam system, participate in at-sea data collection, process survey results and integrate results with existing data sets for the creation of reports and publications.

Postdoctoral Associate duties will include:              

• Within the predetermined research scope and methodology, prepare for and participate in shipboard acquisition of multibeam bathymetry or other datasets which may require living and working on board ship for about 20 overnight days annually. 
• Conduct data analysis and create data products and publications from multibeam bathymetry or other datasets collected by this project.
• Work with existing data products, archiving maps and data sets.
• Other duties as assigned.                

Senior Postdoctoral Associate
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):  
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in hand by June 1, 2022. Three (3) years of full-time related research experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 
Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in marine sciences, earth science, ocean engineering or a related field in hand by June 1, 2022. Familiarity with the multibeam bathymetry echosounding technique. Seagoing experience. Familiarity with GIS, CARIS, QPS, MatLab, Python, and/or similar software used in processing, analyzing or displaying multibeam data. Experience with Windows and Unix/Linux systems, Office applications, and statistical software.

Brief Description of Duties (Senior Postdoctoral Associate):  
The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences under the supervision of Principal Investigator, Dr. Roger Flood, working on highly complex, and technically broad challenges and problems such as the identification and characterization of benthic habitats, demonstrating and understanding the long-term consequences of nearshore sediment transport processes, and linkages between geophysical data and contaminated sediments. The selected candidate will be responsible for the installation and calibration of a multibeam system, and will participate in at-sea data collection and data reduction, will conduct data analysis, and be responsible for creating data project results, reports, and publications. The Senior Postdoctoral Associate will have primary responsibility for some of the shipboard data collection, and will also be responsible for the supervision of graduate students.

Senior Postdoctoral Associate duties will include:

• Prepare for and participate in shipboard acquisition of multibeam bathymetry or other datasets which may require living and working on board ship for about 20 overnight days annually.
• Conduct data analysis and create data products from multibeam bathymetry or other datasets collected by this project, which will require synthesizing findings with existing data products, archiving maps and data sets.
• Write manuscripts for publication in appropriate specialized journals. 
• Write proposals for external support.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

Visit The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to learn more about our postdoctoral community. 

Evening and weekend work will be required at times.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.

If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you! For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com​.

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• Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
• Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
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The Role: HYPACK seeks an outstanding intermediate-level Customer Support Technician to resolve customer technical support issues and provide remote training for all HYPACK software products and related hydrographic survey equipment.  The successful candidate must work collaboratively across all HYPACK departments to deliver world-class service to every customer’s inquiries.  This is the ideal position for any early-to-mid career hydrographer seeking a challenging and fast-paced technical position!

HYPACK, a Xylem brand, develops Windows-based software for the hydrographic and dredging industries. HYPACK was founded in 1984 as a small hydrographic consultancy.  Today, HYPACK is one of the most widely used hydrographic surveying packages in the world, with more than 10,000 users. HYPACK provides surveyors and dredgers with all the tools needed to design, collect, process, analyze, and generate final products in ocean, coastal, and inland waters.

Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:

• Answer telephone, direct calls and create support tickets
• Responds to customer telephone or email inquiries for technical support about HYPACK software and related hydrographic surveying equipment;
• Troubleshoots and resolves customer support inquiries;
• Documents customer cases, product complaints, and software issues;
• Regularly writes knowledge articles to be shared with the customer base through newsletter or other company social media.
• Periodically provide after-hours support, as required.
• Other duties as assigned
• Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. 2- or 4-years of college preferred.
• Evidence of career training progression through industry or government short courses or academic certificate programs in hydrography and/or dredging.
• A minimum of 4 years industry or government experience in hydrographic surveying.
• Work history to include a minimum of 2 years’ current experience using HYPACK software.
• Must possess a current passport and valid driver’s license; must maintain a good driving record.
• Strong communications skills; the abilities to ask questions, think critically, and actively seek guidance from others are essential.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, especially tact and patience; must be a team player.
• Must show attention to detail and dedication to excellent customer outcomes.
• Must show a willingness to learn, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities.
• Must be able to multi-task and solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

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.)

• Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility
• Regularly required to talk and hear
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers
• Regularly required to walk, sit, or stand; and drive a vehicle for extended periods
• Occasionally lift and or move up to 25 lbs.
• Vision or corrected vision for close, distance and peripheral vision
• Travel up to 25%

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.)

• Standard work week: 40 hours
• Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.
• Field (at customer sites): Occasional exposer to hazards that require knowledge and use of general PPE such as safety shoes, life jackets, hardhats, and hearing protection.  Noise levels in the work environment are usually moderate but may occasionally be excessive.  Job sites could be in marine, construction, or other industrial settings (such as aboard dredges or survey vessels).

To apply for this position, visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/careers/xylem/job/ojN6gfwc?__jvst=Employee&__jvsd=s5aM6iwU&__jvsc=Url&bid=nLkV2Xwu

Location:                   Long Beach, CA; Project Sites

Department:            Marine Construction

Reports to:               PM of Marine Construction (Dredging)       

Schedule:                  Full time; May involve some travel for extended stays outside of home port.

The Field Engineer (Survey) is responsible for all aspects of Survey within our marine construction projects including providing technical/operational expertise to the Operations Team. This includes the collecting, processing and reporting of all surveys to both the operations team and the Admin team.  In addition, the Field Engineer (Survey) generates and reviews project survey requirements from completion to final approval. The Field Engineer is also responsible assisting the Project Manager in establishing, maintaining and performing all duties required to provide administrative support for dredging project jobsites.

RESPONSIBILITIES/GOALS:          

• Lead survey team and Manage Survey Assets (Boat, Trailer, Sonar, etc.)
• Develop project plan with project management
• Capture and Utilize survey data to advise/plan daily dredge plan
• Act as the lead contact for our clients on all survey matters
• Collect and interpret data to aid both the current project and provide the bid team with production data to use as part of the bidding process

SKILLS, APTITUDES, QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Mental Aptitudes Required:

• Experience in identifying and anticipating design/production work sequence conflicts required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required
• Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, possess an ability to monitor progress to schedule and adhere to strict deadlines required
• Willingness and ability to spend time onboard the vessel going up and down staircases and vertical ladders required
• Innovative Thinking – ability to look beyond the standard solutions
• Integrity – demonstrated commitment to ethical principles and guidelines
• Efficiency – ability to multi-task and work efficiently in an environment with many interruptions

• Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic
• Ability to effectively manage projects that vary in nature and scope
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation skills both verbal and written
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers
• Confidence to initiate correspondence with crewmembers and staff
• Must be able to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over the telephone
• Work outside as well as inside in an office environment.
• Must comply with all work rules, including those that pertain to safety and health

Physical Aptitudes Required:

• Must meet “fit for duty” requirements upon job offer (pre-employment physical and drug test)
• The employee must meet physical requirements including but not limited to, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing up/down ladders and stairs, negotiating uneven and moving surfaces
• Must be comfortable entering tanks and other confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to work when exposed to odors, dust, dirt, mechanical hazards, high noise levels, and potentially hazardous equipment

TESTS, CERTIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• 1+ years experience in Survey, ideally hydrographic
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office desktop programs, especially MS Excel
• Familiar with AutoCAD, Hypack and/or other Survey software
• Familiar with RMS 3.0 desirable
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera P6 desirable
• OSHA 30-Hour certification desirable
• Ability to operate small marine vessels preferred
• USACE CQC certification desirable

To apply for this position, visit: https://curtinmaritime.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=80

About Us

Saildrone designs and manufactures wind and solar powered autonomous surface vehicles called Saildrones, which make cost-effective ocean data collection possible at scale. We are working with governments, civic agencies, foundations, universities, and private companies around the globe to drive better information about our oceans and seas - be it in mapping out the ocean floor, collecting new CO2 data in hard-to-reach areas, counting biomass to establish fishing quotas, or detecting and stopping illegal fishing and trafficking. We believe that better inputs in planetary models in turn yield better outputs and that the new insights gained in weather forecasting, carbon cycling, global fishing and climate change will have tremendous impact on humanity. We are based in Alameda, CA and are backed by Social Capital, The Capricorn Investment Group, Lux Capital, and The Schmidt Family Foundation.

This is an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing team at the cutting-edge intersection of big data services and autonomous hardware. You will be an integral part of a high-performing multi-disciplinary delivering high impact for humanity and future generations.

Job Description

 Saildrone is seeking an experienced, certified hydrographer responsible for the management of all tasks for the assigned survey(s). Supervises all team members in the performance of their duties including data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/report. Lead Hydrographer is the final certifying signature that the survey has been completed according to the specifications set out in the contract.

 

Role Responsibilities

 As a Lead Hydrographer - Ocean, your primary responsibilities will include direct oversight of bathymetric surveys, including survey line planning, mission preparation, mission execution, training of survey watchstanders, and successful completion of surveys. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

 

• Coordinating and directing contracted survey watchstanders in their roles and responsibilities.
• Communicating with customers and applicable Saildrone personnel regarding the status of the survey, troubleshooting and resolving issues to ensure schedules are maintained.
• Providing daily survey updates in the Saildrone Mission Log for the team and customers  
• Serving as a member of a collaborative team for development and testing of new vehicles, sensors and procedures
• Working with Bathymetry Technical Program Manager, Bathymetry Operations Manager and Bathymetry Data Manager to ensure mission success
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

 

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• 5 or more years experience leading hydrographic/bathymetric survey teams as lead surveyor
• 5 or more years of experience processing bathymetric/hydrographic data with Qimera or CARIS
• Familiarity with Kongsberg multibeam systems and Seafloor Information System
• Familiarity with acquisition software such as HYPACK or Qinsy
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly detailed/organized
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures
• Interest and passion for new technology applications for ocean mapping

 

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Category A Hydrographer Certification
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor or Engineer
• Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations

Location: This position is remote friendly. Only candidates with proper permits to work in the United States can be considered.  

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Active sailing classes: become a certified skipper on boats up to 35ft!  (once COVID safety allows)
• Short and relaxing ferry ride from the Ferry Building for SF residents
• Enhanced paternity / maternity programs
• Competitive benefits including excellent medical, discounted gym, life insurance, 401k plan

To apply for the position, please visit: https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/saildrone/jobs/lead-surveyor-ocean-d_EV1omfLpkyKIYYkQvp7Z?ref=rss&sid=68

About Us

Saildrone designs and manufactures wind and solar powered autonomous surface vehicles called Saildrones, which make cost-effective ocean data collection possible at scale. We are working with governments, civic agencies, foundations, universities, and private companies around the globe to drive better information about our oceans and seas - be it in mapping out the ocean floor, collecting new CO2 data in hard-to-reach areas, counting biomass to establish fishing quotas, or detecting and stopping illegal fishing and trafficking. We believe that better inputs in planetary models in turn yield better outputs and that the new insights gained in weather forecasting, carbon cycling, global fishing and climate change will have tremendous impact on humanity. We are based in Alameda, CA and are backed by Social Capital, The Capricorn Investment Group, Lux Capital, and The Schmidt Family Foundation.

This is an exciting opportunity with a fast-growing team at the cutting-edge intersection of big data services and autonomous hardware. You will be an integral part of a high-performing multi-disciplinary delivering high impact for humanity and future generations.

Job Description 

Saildrone is seeking an experienced, certified hydrographer to oversee all ocean mapping and coastal hydrographic surveys from mission planning through execution and product delivery. You will be part of a talented, collaborative team at the forefront of ocean mapping using uncrewed surface vehicles..

 

Role Responsibilities

As a Bathymetry Operations Manager your primary responsibilities will include direct oversight of bathymetric and hydrographic survey operations, including mission cost estimation, mission planning, resource allocation, training and management of lead surveyors, and delivery of final products. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

 

• Coordinating and directing multiple field operations through all phases of survey execution.
• Communicating with customers and applicable Saildrone personnel regarding status of operations, assisting with troubleshooting, and resolving issues to ensure schedule and budget are maintained.
• Providing detailed mission planning to include time, cost and resource requirements  
• Hiring, training, and scheduling in-house and contract surveyors to meet mission  
• Serving as a member of a collaborative team for development and testing of new vehicles, sensors and procedures
• Working with Bathymetry Technical Program Manager and Bathymetry Data Manager to ensure mission success
• Keeping up to date on latest IHO and national data standards and survey procedures

 

Required Skills

• 10 or more years experience leading hydrographic/bathymetric survey teams as lead surveyor or project manager
• Demonstrated ability directing and overseeing offshore survey operations
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Hydrography, Oceanography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing or related discipline
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• Highly detailed/organized
• Interest and passion for new technology applications for ocean mapping

 

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Category A Hydrographer Certification
• NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer
• Licensed as a Professional Land Surveyor or Engineer
• Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations

Location: This position is remote friendly. Only candidates with proper permits to work in the United States can be considered. 

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents.
• Active sailing classes: become a certified skipper on boats up to 35ft!  (once COVID safety allows)
• Short and relaxing ferry ride from the Ferry Building for SF residents
• Enhanced paternity / maternity programs
• Competitive benefits including excellent medical, discounted gym, life insurance, 401k plan

To apply for the position, visit: https://careers.jobscore.com/careers/saildrone/jobs/bathymetry-operations-manager-deUXw-wIHa4PQu7CWUgJ8A?ref=rss&sid=68