Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products primarily to the offshore energy industry. The Senior Survey Data Processor leads onboard data processing efforts for offshore hydrographic and geophysical survey projects, focusing on high-level data analysis, quality control, and workflow optimization while mentoring junior staff.
Responsibilities
- Lead safe work practices offshore and ensure compliance during all data processing activities
- Coordinate closely with captains, crew, Party Chiefs, and project managers on daily project objectives
- Lead all onboard processing efforts, including advanced analysis of multibeam, backscatter, side scan, single‑beam, sub‑bottom, and positioning data
- Perform high‑level GPS and inertial sensor calibration validation
- Interpret complex datasets and develop technical insights for clients and project teams
- Produce final‑quality processed data, charts, maps, and detailed technical reports
- Advise on acquisition strategies based on processing results and field conditions
- Oversee all quality assurance processes for raw and processed data
- Ensure full compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and best practices
- Manage complete backups, data archiving, and final data transfers
- Lead troubleshooting for complex software, equipment, or data-related issues
- Oversee maintenance, calibration checks, mobilization, and demobilization of survey systems
- Ensure survey gear readiness and proper inventory of spare parts
- Serve as the primary processing point of contact for clients, Party Chiefs, and project managers
- Prepare comprehensive daily reporting and detailed technical summaries of data findings
- Communicate risks, issues, and corrective recommendations clearly and professionally
- Train and mentor Processors I and II in advanced workflows and best practices
- Guide the development of standardized processing procedures and continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide onshore technical review or processing support as required
- Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational objectives
Skills
- Five plus years' experience in the Survey or Geoscience industry as a Survey Professional
- Advanced proficiency in hydrographic and geophysical processing software and workflows
- Extensive experience processing multibeam, side scan, sub‑bottom, magnetometer, and positioning datasets
- Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
- Proven ability to solve complex data issues and guide operational decisions
- Significant offshore survey processing experience required
- Knowledge of GPS and motion reference positioning systems, calibration techniques and data processing
- Must have knowledge of basic computer skills
- Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- Must be able to obtain a valid Passport and any other reginally madated offshore work requirement documents as appropriate
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
- Two-year Technical Degree or higher in field of study preferred
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent desired
- Current security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance
Benefits
- Health and Wellness
- Mental Health
- Retirement Savings
- Life and Disability
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Company Overview
Oceaneering is a global oilfield provider of engineered services and products primarily to the offshore oil and gas industry. It was founded in 1964, and is headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.oceaneering.com/.