Hydrographic Party Chief

Prudent Engineering

Hydrographic Party Chief

Syracuse, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About the Firm:

    Our mission: Transforming infrastructure for the next generation with passion and kindness.

    We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Prudent Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hydrographic Party Chief to work out of our Buffalo, Syracuse, or Staten Island, New York office s. In this role, you will lead a team of surveyors, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality collection of hydrographic data.

    As a Hydrographer, your duties will include data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, trouble shooting, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/reports.

    What you'll be able to do:

    • Participate in the bathymetric survey project from assignment to completion
    • Assist with project proposal and reporting tasks as needed
    • Communicate with applicable personnel regarding the status of the survey, update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, to ensure schedules are maintained

    The minimum requirements we seek:

    • 3 or more years of experience preferred in the Survey or Geophysical industry
    • 3 or more years of experience preferred with HYPACK/HYSWEEP
    • Knowledge of basic geodesy and understanding of datums
    • Familiarity with R2Sonic multibeam systems and Edgetech sub-bottom profiling and side-scan sonar systems
    • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Work well in a team environment
    • Experience with trailering and operating a survey vessel
    • Interest and passion for new technology applications for hydrographic mapping
    • Maintain a valid driver's license

    Our preferred qualifications:

    • NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer or interest in pursuing certification
    • Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations
    • Experience with MicroStation and/or other CAD software

    What you'll receive in return:

    • A base salary of $60,000 to $85,000. *
    • Medical, dental, vision.
    • 401K with company match.
    • PTO plus paid holidays.
    • Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

    Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    *Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.