Hydrographic Survey Specialist

Woolpert; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health, life, vision and dental insurance

Job summary

Woolpert is hiring a Hydrographic Survey Specialist in Irvine, California, to join their Hydrographic Survey Team. The candidate will conduct various hydrographic surveys across the U.S. and should expect to travel approximately 100 days per year. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.

Responsibilities include data processing for surveys, requiring skills in multibeam data and GNSS surveys. Woolpert offers an innovative work environment and various benefits promoting career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics or comparable field.
• Interest in a marine-focused organization.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrographic surveys for various agencies.
• Process survey data and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with the Hydrographic Survey Team.

Skills

Self‑motivated

Resourceful

Flexible

Quick learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field

Tools

Global Mapper

Trimble GPS

AutoCAD

LiDAR processing software

Job description

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.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Hydrographic Survey Specialist to join our dynamic Hydrographic Survey Team in Southern California. The position reports to the Hydrographic Survey Team Leader and is responsible for surveys for private and public agencies throughout the United States with offices in California, Washington, Alaska and Texas. Candidates should expect approximately 100 days of travel each year. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role; applicants must already possess work authorization in the country where the position is located.

What You Will Do

Field Tasks

• Multibeam and Singlebeam Hydrographic Survey
• GNSS Topographic Surveys
• Terrestrial LiDAR Surveys
• GNSS & Optical Horizontal & Vertical Control Surveys
• Experience with small vessel and coastal waterways preferred

Office Tasks

• Multibeam and Singlebeam Data Processing
• GNSS Static Control Network Processing and Adjustment
• Mobile & Static Terrestrial LiDAR Survey Processing (same 3D laser scan)

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, environmental science, ocean engineering, geology, geography, spatial science, marine science or comparable field
• Self‑motivated, quick learning, curious, resourceful, flexible individual with a common‑sense approach to conducting business and workload management
• Interest and desire to work in a marine focused organization

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• LSIT certification
• Experience using Global Mapper
• Experience using marine software (QINSy, CARIS, EIVA Beamworks)
• Experience gathering GPS data with Trimble GPS hardware and software and data processing
• Experience with AutoCAD or other CAD software, MS‑Visio, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, InDesign)
• Experience with LiDAR processing
• Experience with 3D visualization

Benefits You Will Love

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. Woolpert is a certified Great Place to Work® and a VEVRAA compliant organization.