Offshore Survey Technician

ZUPT LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Offshore pay and time-off benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Zupt is seeking an Offshore Survey Technician in Houston to mobilize, integrate, and operate survey and positioning equipment for offshore and subsea projects. You will collect data, monitor systems, and support offshore operations with field and workshop duties.

Candidates should have hands-on electrical, mechanical or instrumentation skills, be able to troubleshoot, and ready to travel to offshore sites. The role offers growth within a private global tech group and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Practical electrical, mechanical, electronics or instrumentation skills.
• Ability to assemble, maintain and troubleshoot technical equipment.
• Ability to understand and work with electronic instrumentation and software.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and interpret manuals.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work offshore.
• Must obtain offshore certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Mobilize, configure, test and operate survey equipment offshore.
• Install and test equipment, perform data collection and monitor system performance.
• Coordinate with vessel crews, ROV personnel and client representatives.
• Maintain field and equipment records and prepare status reports.
• Provide troubleshooting for electrical, mechanical and software integration issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Instrumentation

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Offshore readiness

Tools

Survey equipment integration

GNSS / inertial navigation

Photogrammetry / imaging

ROV operations

Data acquisition software

Job description

Zupt – a Rosenxt company – is a specialist in offshore survey, positioning, metrology and inspection, based in Northwest Houston, Texas.For more than 20 years, we have helped energy companies around the world install, measure and inspect equipment on the seafloor – accurately and safely. We use survey and positioning technologies that we develop ourselves, and we create detailed 3D models and digital twins of subsea structures.We are a small, technically focused team of about 25 highly skilled people. Every person plays an important role in the success of our projects.Zupt is part of Rosenxt Holding USA LCC, a privately owned global technology group founded in 2023 by Hermann Rosen, founder of the ROSEN Group – a long-established name in pipeline integrity. Rosenxt combines robotics, sensors, AI and data analytics to make critical infrastructure safer and more reliable. For you, that means the best of both worlds: the close-knit culture of a specialist company, backed by the resources and long-term outlook of a global group.Why work for ZUPT?Real projects, real impact.Your work goes directly into offshore projects around the world. In a small team, your skills and ideas make a visible difference.Houston, with global reach.Houston is known as the Energy Capital of the World and is home to many leading offshore operators and service companies. From here, we support offshore oil and gas projects and offshore wind projects worldwide.Room to grow.You’ll work with experienced surveyors, engineers and software specialists, and help develop our methods, tools and technologies.Long-term stability.As part of Rosenxt, a privately owned group that thinks in decades, not quarters, we can invest in people and technology for the long run.If you want to solve hard technical problems and see your work make a difference offshore, we’d like to hear from you.ZUPT seeks to add a:Offshore Survey TechnicianLocation:HoustonPosition SummaryThe Offshore Survey Technician is responsible for the mobilization, integration, operation, data collection, maintenance and technical support of survey, positioning and measurement equipment used in offshore and subsea survey operations.The position performs field survey activities using technologies that may include inertial navigation, imaging, photogrammetry, machine vision, acoustic positioning, GNSS and other positioning and measurement systems.The Offshore Survey Technician is responsible for preparing and integrating equipment, acquiring and monitoring survey data, and maintaining reliable system operation in accordance with the client's scope of work, project requirements and company procedures.The position requires practical electrical, mechanical and instrumentation skills, sound judgment and systematic troubleshooting in both field and office environments.What you can expectEssential Field-Based Duties and ResponsibilitiesMobilize, configure, test and operate survey, positioning and measurement equipment.Perform offshore equipment installation, system checks and data collection in accordance with project procedures, task plans and technical requirements.Operate and integrate systems including inertial navigation, photogrammetry, acoustic positioning, GNSS, imaging and other survey and measurement sensors.Monitor equipment performance, sensor communications and data recording during survey operations.Identify, diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, communications, software and equipment integration issues.Collect, record and back up survey data in accordance with project procedures and instructions from the survey team.Perform routine acquisition checks and report missing data, sensor faults or system performance issues to the survey team.Maintain accurate field records, equipment records and project documentation.Prepare equipment status reports, acquisition logs and other required field documentation.Communicate equipment status, data collection progress and technical issues to supervisors, clients and other project personnel.Coordinate survey activities with vessel crews, ROV personnel, client representatives and other contractors as required.Maintain assigned equipment in a serviceable condition and report equipment defects or deficiencies.Perform work in accordance with company quality, health, safety and environmental procedures and applicable client requirements.Perform other duties reasonably associated with the position as assigned.Essential Office-Based Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupport Project Managers with equipment planning, preparation and mobilization for projects.Review equipment lists, integration requirements and project procedures as assigned.Complete required company, technical and safety training.Prepare, assemble, configure, integrate and function-test equipment prior to mobilization to the field.Inspect, clean, test and service equipment following return from field operations.Perform preventive maintenance, approved repairs and calibration checks to confirm equipment serviceability.Support remote survey equipment operation and data collection, including shift work when required.Support the assembly, integration, testing and documentation of subsea tooling in accordance with approved client and project requirements.Support workshop fabrication, prototyping, wiring, mechanical assembly and integration of products and systems under engineering direction.Inspect and prepare cables, connectors, power supplies, spares and tool kits; organize recorded data for handover to the survey team.Assist with the development and improvement of equipment preparation checklists, integration procedures and maintenance methods.Maintain technical documentation and equipment records as required.What You BringMinimum QualificationsPractical electrical, mechanical, electronics or instrumentation skills demonstrated through hands-on experience, vocational training or an apprenticeship. No college or university degree is required.Ability to assemble, maintain and troubleshoot technical equipment using appropriate hand tools and test instruments.Ability to understand, configure and work with electronic instrumentation, computer systems and technical software.Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical and system integration problems through systematic troubleshooting.Ability to follow technical procedures, interpret wiring diagrams and equipment manuals, and identify issues requiring escalation.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prepare clear equipment records, maintenance logs and data collection documentation.Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally and work offshore for extended periods.Ability to obtain and maintain the medical, safety and training certifications required for assigned offshore work.Preferred QualificationsPrevious experience in offshore survey, positioning, subsea operations or a related technical field.Experience with equipment integration, maintenance or electronic instrumentation; 2D CAD experience is an asset.Experience with inertial navigation systems.Experience with imaging, photogrammetry or machine-vision systems.Experience with acoustic and/or GNSS positioning systems.Experience with survey data acquisition software and data recording systems.Experience with ROV or other subsea operations.Additional RequirementsWork Environment and TravelThe position involves a combination of office, remote, workshop, vessel and offshore work environments.Project assignments may require worldwide travel, including travel at relatively short notice. Offshore assignments may involve extended periods away from home and work schedules of up to 12 hours per day, including day or night shifts, depending on project requirements.The employee may work aboard moving vessels, offshore installations and other industrial facilities and may be exposed to noise, vibration, moving equipment, confined or restricted work areas, adverse weather and marine conditions.Physical and Operational RequirementsThe employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:Working safely and effectively in offshore and marine environments.Performing assigned duties aboard moving marine vessels for extended periods.Boarding and working aboard vessels and offshore facilities.Climbing stairs and ladders and moving safely through industrial and marine work areas.Standing or working for extended periods during field operations.Handling and assisting with the installation and recovery of survey equipment in accordance with applicable company lifting and safety procedures.Using computers, electronic instrumentation and hand tools associated with survey equipment.Working scheduled day or night shifts, including shifts of up to 12 hours during offshore or remote operations.Meeting applicable medical, safety and training requirements for assigned offshore work.Certifications and Travel RequirementsDepending on project location and assignment, the employee may be required to obtain and maintain:Applicable offshore medical fitness certification, including OEUK certification where required.BOSIET/FUET or equivalent offshore survival and safety training.Client-, operator- or country-specific safety certifications.Valid passport and required visas or work authorizations.Other certifications required for specific vessels, offshore facilities or project locations.Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality ResponsibilitiesThe Offshore Survey Technician is responsible for:Complying with company and client health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.Performing assigned work in accordance with approved procedures, task plans and risk assessments.Identifying and reporting unsafe conditions, equipment deficiencies and operational risks.Exercising stop-work authority when an unsafe condition is identified in accordance with company procedures.Protecting company and client equipment and property.Reporting incidents, near misses and equipment damage in accordance with company procedures.Maintaining equipment reliability and the completeness, traceability and integrity of collected survey data.Our Offer:Rosenxt offers an exceptional working environment, salary commensurate with experience and incredible benefits package.Benefits include:Development and career growth within a global, innovative group of companies401(k) with up to 5% company match, immediately vestedComprehensive health coverageMedical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending AccountsCompany-paid life insurance plus additional voluntary insurance optionsImmediate time off eligibility, including Vacation, PTO/Sick Time, and HolidaysOffshore pay and Offshore time-off benefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family supportProfessional development and ongoing trainingEmployee referral programTuition reimbursement to support continued education