What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Technical Field Engineer position at Oceaneering International, Inc.?

Company Profile

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.

Position Summary

The Survey Technical Field Engineer provides critical onshore technical and operational support to the worldwide Survey Services fleet. This role is essential in ensuring the successful execution of survey operations, offering troubleshooting expertise, equipment calibration, and technical support for various survey projects. Working closely with both field teams and project managers, the Survey Technical Field Engineer helps maintain the operational integrity of survey systems and equipment while ensuring alignment with project specifications, timelines, and safety standards. With a strong focus on remote support, this position helps optimize field operations, driving efficiency and technical excellence across diverse global locations.

This is a U.S.-based position with work locations in Broussard and Morgan City, LA. Work schedules will be determined by the manager based on business needs. The role requires the ability to work occasional overtime and / or weekends, as well as the willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed for project requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provide support to all Oceaneering divisions and subsidiaries to include :

o Survey Services (CNAV, S&P and GEO)

o Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV)

o Advanced Technologies (AdTech)

o Sales & Commercial

o Products and Services

o Installations

o Training & Competency

o Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Perform the following functions via phone, email, office or onshore site visits within the 24 / 7 support framework

Provide dedicated technical support for critical and high-profile jobs.
Assist fleet with installation and interface of survey equipment.
Assist fleet and shop personnel with complex troubleshooting, repairs and upgrades of survey equipment.
Assist in building and maintaining good client relations.
Assist in training field personnel.
Assist in Manufacturing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and System Integration Testing (SIT).
Assist in internal and external technical queries regarding equipment or services.
Provide feedback and assist in development of in-house training.
Provide feedback and assist in development of new technologies and processes to improve fleet efficiency.
Trend Non-Productive time and assist in developing equipment and process improvement plans to increase fleet reliability.
Perform feasibility and integrations testing for new equipment and technologies.
Create technical procedures and flow charts to assist the fleet in performing complex tasks.
Maintain library of technical and supporting documentation.

Qualifications

REQUIRED :

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

Minimum of five (5) years' experience and / or training in marine survey or hydrography; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical team members.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with survey software and data analysis tools a plus.

Ability to work occasional overtime and / or weekends

Ability and willingness to travel as needed for project requirements.

DESIRED :

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred.

Current security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance.

Experience in offshore operations.

Knowledge of environmental and regulatory standards for surveying in the offshore industry.

Familiarity with data management and quality assurance procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERSTICS :

Basic knowledge of electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair.

Basic knowledge of acoustic sensor theory, configuration and operation.

Intermediate knowledge of office applications, general computing, serial communications and networking.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings and schematics

Ability to solve basic or complex problems through a systematic process

Proactively identifies and pursues tasks to maintain or improve fleet efficiency without direct supervision

Ability to manage projects independently or as a team while respecting others and contributing to the group

Desire for continuous learning and ability to share knowledge with others

Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS :

This position is considered ONSHORE WORK which is characterized as follows.

Minimum 8-hour workday with occasional overtime and / or weekends.

Both indoors and outdoors.

Day or night, as well as over or near water.

Requires working on or near moving or vibrating equipment.

Occasional humidity above 90% and noise level over 85 decibels.

Potential exposure to open fire / flames / sparks, airborne dust, fumes, and gases.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY / REQUIREMENT :

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.

This position is considered MEDIUM

work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

Lift 20-50 pounds.

Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on stomach / back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.

Identify color differences.

Wear PPE for skin protection

Lift 10-25 pounds.

Climb stairs / ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift / carry objects.

Twist body, sit with back supported, head forward / flexed, head tilted / rotated, and work with arms extended overhead.

Operate a motor vehicle

Lift up to 10 pounds.

Wear PPE protection for body, vision, and hearing protection.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

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