Field Operations Engineer — Offshore Marine Deployments

Hydronet; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydronet is seeking a Field Operations Engineer in Burlington, Massachusetts to lead the deployment and operation of underwater systems. This role involves hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and working closely with engineering. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience operating marine systems, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, as this position requires frequent travel to remote test sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience operating marine systems at sea.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hand tools and fabrication.
• Knowledge of Linux and basic debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead field operations for underwater systems including testing and monitoring.
• Plan and execute field exercises from nearshore to offshore.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues at sea.

Skills

Hands-on experience with robotic, marine, or underwater systems

Mechanical aptitude and field repair skills

Linux and basic software debugging

Calm and resourceful under pressure

Adaptability in startup environments

Tools

Hand tools for fabrication and repair

Marine electronics

Job description

Hydronet is seeking a Field Operations Engineer in Burlington, Massachusetts to lead the deployment and operation of underwater systems. This role involves hands-on testing, troubleshooting, and working closely with engineering. The ideal candidate should have over 3 years of experience operating marine systems, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, as this position requires frequent travel to remote test sites.