Hydrographer: Bathymetric Mapping & Charting Specialist

Lnm1968 Llc; Rancho Cordova (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LNM1968 invites a Hydrographer to join our field operations in California. You will participate in hydrographic surveys using sonar systems, process bathymetric data, and contribute to nautical charts and engineering deliverables.

In this role you will operate single-beam and multibeam sonars, perform quality checks, assist with survey planning, and prepare field notes and reports for marine construction, dredging, and charting projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or related field.
• 2–5 years experience in hydrographic surveying.
• Knowledge of NOAA hydrographic standards.
• Experience with sonar operations and data processing.
• Ability to work on survey vessels.

Responsibilities

• Operate single-beam and multibeam sonar systems.
• Process bathymetric data and create surfaces and contour maps.
• Perform data quality assessments and corrections.
• Assist with survey planning and equipment setup.
• Prepare field notes and survey reports.

Skills

Hydrographic surveying

Sonar operations

Data processing

Survey vessel operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geomatics or related field

THSOA Hydrographer certification

Tools

CARIS HIPS/SIPS

Job description

Conduct hydrographic surveys using sonar systems and positioningequipment. Process bathymetric data and assist in producing nauticalcharts and engineering deliverables.

About theRole

As a Hydrographer at LNM1968, you'll participate in hydrographicsurvey operations using single-beam and multibeam echo sounders,side scan sonar, and sub-bottom profilers. You'll process surveydata, conduct quality checks, and prepare bathymetric products formarine construction, dredging, and nautical charting projects.

This position offers hands-on experience with advanced surveytechnology and opportunities to work on diverse marine projects.

KeyResponsibilities

• Operate single-beam and multibeam sonar systems
• Process bathymetric data using CARIS or similar software
• Conduct data quality assessments and corrections
• Assist with survey planning and equipment setup
• Create bathymetric surfaces and contour maps
• Prepare field notes and survey reports

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Surveying, or relatedfield
• 2-5 years experience in hydrographic surveying
• Knowledge of NOAA hydrographic standards
• Experience with sonar operations and data processing
• Ability to work on survey vessels

PreferredSkills

• Hydrographer certification (THSOA)
• Experience with CARIS HIPS and SIPS
• Knowledge of tidal corrections and datums