About the Role
We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.
Woolpert is hiring a Hydrographic Data Processing Specialist to join our Bathymetric Charting Data Processing Team. This position is eligible for remote work with the team working between Eastern and Pacific Time working hours. Alternatively to a remote option, an in-office role is available within the San Rafael, CA or the Charleston, SC office if the candidate is local or willing to relocate.
Our team supports largescale marine survey projects globally throughout our Maritime sector. Projects this team typically support are public sector, as an industry contractor with NOAA Office of Coast Survey and other government agencies to support charting efforts for feature detection and updating general bathymetry. As a processing position, work travel is not expected and field time is not necessary.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with large geospatial datasets, developing efficient processing workflows, analyzing data for quality control, categorizing features, and producing high-quality deliverables.
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.
What You Will Do
Manage daily imports and processing tasks on multiday projects
Process multibeam hydrographic data using QPS Qimera, including:
Data cleaning, refraction correction, and sound velocity application
Patch test validation and calibration review
Surface generation and uncertainty analysis
Feature detection, creation, and reporting
Perform side scan sonar processing and interpretation using SonarWiz, including:
Mosaicking and gain normalization
Target identification and classification (e.g., debris, infrastructure, seabed features)
Contact selection and reporting
Feature management and new feature creation in QPS Qimera and CARIS
Review and validate acquisition logs and metadata from QINSy to ensure proper integration into processing workflows
Produce daily data packages including:
Coverage Tiffs
Line mile reports
Produce delivery packages including:
Bathymetric Surfaces and Grids
Backscatter and Side Scan mosaics
GIS-compatible feature datasets
Survey overview and analysis reports
Perform QA/QC checks to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project specifications
Document processing workflows and maintain reproducibility across projects
Identify inefficiencies and contribute to improving internal processing standards
Coordinate with field teams to resolve data gaps, anomalies, or acquisition issues
Work closely with project managers and technical leads to meet project schedules and deliverable requirements
What You Will Bring
A bachelor’s degree in surveying, geomatics, environmental science, ocean engineering, coastal and ocean policy, geology, geography, geophysics, oceanography, spatial science, marine science, physics, mathematics or comparable field plus a minimum of 3 years of job-related experience, or a master’s degree plus 1 year of job-related experience.
Strong understanding of hydrographic survey principles and geospatial data workflows
Experience with industry standard software packages such as: QPS Qinsy and Qimera, CARIS, SonarWiz, SeaView, Discover, Global Mapper, POS Pac, ArcGIS, etc.
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on producing accurate, defensible datasets
Ability to work in a team environment, self-manage, and manage others.
Ability to manage multiple datasets and deadlines in a production environment
Willingness and ability to learn as you go.
A strong work ethic to self-motivate and hold yourself accountable as a potentially remote worker.
Above average communication skills.
Above average attention to detail and aesthetics for data modeling.
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to new software.
An enthusiastic attitude that is open to receiving and giving constructive professional feedback.
A genuine passion and desire to work in a marine focused organization.
Preferred Experience And Qualifications
Experience in Qimera or Caris
Experience in SonarWiz
Experience with feature management and reporting
Familiarity with
NOAA Hydrographic Specifications and Deliverables
IHO Hydrographic Specifications
NOAA Pydro Toolset
Global Mapper or GIS platforms
Benefits You Will Love
Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:
Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Pay Range
$75,400 - $94,300 USD
Find out more about what Woolpert has to offer here: http://woolpert.com/about-us/
Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer.
Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.
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