Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Oceaneering provides a range of survey projects within the fields of seafloor mapping, geophysical, geotechnical surveys, and hydrographic surveys; these services ar provided to the O&G, government, and renewable energy sectors. The project geoscientist will provide in-field/offshore geophysical data acquisition expertise and provide assistance in the functional setup of equipment / software to ensure quality data collection to meet or exceed Customer's expectations.

ESSENTIAL

• The project geoscientist is responsible for assisting in the functional setup of hydrographic sensors that provide high-resolution, remote-sensing survey data. Remote-sensing geophysical instruments commonly used on these projects include multi-beam and single-beam bathymetry systems, side scan sonars (deep-towed and conventional), magnetometers, pingers, boomers, seismic systems and autonomous underwater vehicles.
• The geophysicist will assist with project sensor selection and vessel layout thereof
• The geophysicist must have a thorough understanding of the capability and limitations of marine geophysical data types to ensure data quality objectives are met.
• The geophysicist is trained in the use of specialized software for interpreting the data from the geophysical systems.
• The geophysicist and draftsperson will produce maps that will convey the seafloor conditions as well as the locations of the geohazards.
• Review, recommend and advise commercial dept. on the technical specifications of the Request for Quote (RFQ) and assist with drafting survey line plan to meet Customer's objectives
• Review new technologies related to geophysical survey whether instruments or software to optimize survey projects
• Compile and provide technical presentations to Customer base

NON-ESSENTIAL

• Communicate with the Party Chief, systems engineers and data processing personnel with respect to data interpretation and quality.
• Suggest improvements to survey techniques and practices and implement these on approval of the Operations Manager.
• The geophysicist is required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

REQUIRED

• BS degree or higher in geophysics, marine geology, engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain / maintain a US government security clearance at required level
• Five ( 5) years minimum experience and knowledge in setup of of remote sensing instruments in the collection of geophysical data on marine vessels.
• Five (5) years minimum experience in processing and interpretation of MBES, SSS, SBP, MAG and seismic data
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Travel international and domestic when required
• Must obtain / maintain a valid passport and be able to obtain visas for international travel

DESIRED

• Working knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS, Global Mapper, or equivalent mapping programs is preferred.
• Proficiency with a variety of field concepts, practices, procedures and equipment operations such as GPS, Side Scan Sonars, Multibeam, Subbottom profiler, and Magnetometer systems.
• Familiarity/experience with survey processing software such as CARIS, Sonarwiz, Edgetech Discover, Fledermaus, Hypack, Qimera etc.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of research and data gathering methods.
• Skill to read and comprehend job related materials and documents.
• Skill to gather, analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to operate job related equipment including the use of basic computer programs and systems to effectively carry out the duties of the position.
• Keeps manager informed about progress and problems
• Ability to develop and apply creative and innovative solutions to problems.
• Knowledge of confidentiality rules, procedures, and information exchange agreements to protect information from unauthorized disclosure.
• Skill to maintain a high level of security and confidentiality of information.
• Treats others fairly and with respect
• Communicates and cooperates with others who have a diversity of cultural and demographic backgrounds
• Does more than what is normally required in a situation
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to acquire and apply new knowledge or skills for work.
• Pursues self-development on a continual basis
• Takes advantage of professional development opportunities
• Ability to act independently.
• Skill to work effectively under pressure.
• Reviews and checks the accuracy of information in work reports
• Expresses ideas clearly and concisely in writing

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.