Certified Hydrographer / Senior Engineer

Description

Your role at GEI.   GEI is seeking an experienced NSPS Certified Hydrographer and Senior Engineer with working knowledge of single-beam, multi-beam and side-scan sonar data collection and processing. This individual will support GEI projects with hydrographic data collection and grow GEI’s hydrographic services – including cable lay design, scour monitoring, and dredge monitoring. The position is on-call and fully remote and will involve travel throughout the United States.     Essential Responsibilities & Duties 

• Work effectively in a fully remote position with frequent travel through the United States.
• Support hydrographic data collection and processing, and train others.
• Participate in client meetings to inform project execution, assist in developing schedules, and provide quality reviews of hydrographic work performed by GEI and other subconsultants.
• Exemplify commitment to technical excellence balanced with client-expectations and satisfaction, and profitable project management.
• Serve as a role model for leadership, company culture, and values.
• Contribute to strategic planning at the office, regional, and national level.
• Work with the marketing team and others to develop GEI “brand” within practice.
• Develop a networking relationship with practitioners across the company. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Minimum bachelor’s degree, with preference to an M.S. degree and professional licensing (i.e., P.E.) in a state where GEI is currently engaged.
• Minimum 20 years of direct hydrographic survey/consulting experience in the U.S., including offshore work in the Gulf of Mexico.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting programs, as applicable to services rendered, at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients. 
• Senior Leader recognized for technical excellence and the development of client-focused, creative and practical solutions.
• Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to GEI offices and project/client sites as required. 
• Current OSHA 30-hr training and refreshers. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license

We are GEI.    Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.     We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.     With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.   Employee-owned. Employee-focused.     As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more.  Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.   GEI’s Total Rewards Package  

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More…

  WORK ENVIRONMENT            Functional Demands:            Sedentary x  Light   Medium Other   Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)  Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting   X (4+ hours)      Standing   X (1-2 hours)      Walking   X (1-2 hours)      Climbing X        Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)  (0-25 lbs)        Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) (0-25 lbs)        Carrying objects X        Push/pull X        Twisting X        Bending X        Reaching forward X        Reaching overhead X        Squat/kneel/crawl X        Wrist position deviation   X      Pinching/fine motor skills X        Keyboard use/repetitive motion   X (4+ hours)      Taste or smell X        Talk or hear     X    Accurate 20/40   Very Accurate 20/20   Not Applicable Near Vision   X  Far Vision   X      Yes No Not Applicable   Color Discrimination X  Sensory Requirements   Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable   Depth perception   X  Hearing   X          Environment Requirements           Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens X    Chemical X    Airborne communicable diseases   X  Extreme temperatures   X  Radiation   X  Uneven surfaces or elevations X    Extreme noise levels   X  Dust/particulate matter   X  GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.