Navigation Engineer

Fugro; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fugro is seeking a Navigation Engineer to maintain, repair, and install electronic navigation equipment in Houston, TX. The role includes working offshore and providing technical support to clients.

Ideal candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics or Electronics engineering and have at least 24 months of relevant experience. The position offers opportunities for telecommuting and requires a valid U.S. driver license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Electronics engineering or similar technical field.
• 24 months of experience in field surveying, working with computers, and conducting electronic repairs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install electronic and survey-related equipment.
• Provide remote technical support to clients.
• Ensure activities conform to the company’s HSE and QA systems.

Skills

Field surveying

Electronic repairs

GPS/GNSS equipment

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics or Electronics engineering

Tools

Navigation equipment

Diagnostic test equipment

Job description

Overview

Fugro USA Marine, Inc. is seeking a Navigation Engineer. Worksite: 6105 Rookin St., Houston, TX 77074. Job code R0031544 should be included on the resume.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work well while under supervision.
• Maintenance, repair and installation of electronic and survey-related equipment using test equipment, product specifications and standard diagnostic procedures.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in conformance with the company’s HSE and QA systems.
• Foster a teamwork culture within the designated areas of responsibility.
• Ensure that any inter-office operational problems are discussed and rectified.
• Provide feedback to line managers on resources, morale, personnel issues and the general status of areas of responsibility.
• Make recommendations on changes to the business to the management.
• Installation of equipment onto clients' vessels including hardware, firmware and software and interfacing to client-owned equipment.
• Work offshore from a floating vessel.
• Repair and maintenance of field equipment, according to procedures, to chip level where possible.
• Provide remote technical support to clients and on-call support services when required.
• Equipment includes navigation equipment and associated peripherals such as surface navigation systems (GPS and DGPS), heading sensors, heave compensators, acoustic navigation and computer systems with peripherals, and associated software.
• Technical liaison with project managers, field crews, clients and other offices during the course of a contract.
• Preparation and testing of equipment for contract mobilization and identification of shortfalls in equipment levels.
• Maintenance of the company asset control system with specific respect to equipment maintenance.
• Maintain and develop Quality Assurance procedures relating to engineering tasks and take part in the company’s safety program.
• Employee is responsible for the quality of work performed along with personal safety, co-workers’ safety and the care and maintenance of equipment.
• Observe and follow all company safety rules and procedures.
• Support and encourage continuous improvement of the company’s processes, including safety program and quality management system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Electronics engineering or similar technical field of study.
• 24 months of experience in field surveying, working with computers and conducting electronic repairs, GPS/GNSS equipment and theory.

Special Requirements

1. May telecommute up to 2 days per week.
2. HSSE certificate for working offshore.
3. Must have valid U.S. driver license.
4. Hold or be eligible to obtain TWIC card.

Travel Requirements

20% domestic onshore travel. 10% offshore both domestic and international travel.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fugro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly at 713‑369‑5699 or [e-mail].