Hydrographer/Marine Surveyor

$90,000 - $160,000/Yr

Tetra Tech - Bothell, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Bothell, WA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Tetra Tech is adding a Hydrographer to join our Marine Services team in Bothell, WA, supporting diverse projects in offshore energy, river restoration, and remediation. This role includes conducting bathymetric, topographic, geophysical, and oceanographic surveys as well as environmental sampling across inland lakes and rivers, ports and harbors, and nearshore and offshore locations. The Hydrographer will contribute to underwater infrastructure assessments, restoration planning, dredging projects, oceanographic studies, and hydroelectric dam evaluations for public, government, and private clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and assist with topographic, hydrographic, and geophysical surveys, including data collection, interpretation, and reporting.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot survey system hardware, software, and cabling.
• Conduct surveys from boats ranging in size from 12 to 250 feet, both domestically and internationally.
• Set up and operate static and RTK GPS receivers, processing and ensuring data quality.
• Collect and process multibeam (MBES) and single-beam echosounder data.
• Perform field surveys using GPS and/or Total Station.
• Utilize software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS for mapping and chart production.
• Understand geodesy, survey and tidal datum, and establish and recover survey control.
• Follow plans, specifications, and SOPs while promoting safe work practices.
• Collaborate as part of a team and work independently on complex tasks.
• Travel for domestic and international assignments (approximately 30% annually).
• Work in challenging field conditions, including offshore environments and inclement weather.
• Load and unload equipment (up to 50 lbs.) and navigate rugged terrain and ship ladders.

Requirements

• Associate degree, Certification, or License in Land or Hydrographic Surveying with 5 years' experience (required).
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geodesy, Geomatics, Oceanography, or Marine Geology with 3-5 years' direct experience in Land or Hydrographic Surveying (required).
• Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) desired; Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) preferred.
• Over 5 years of experience as a Survey Technician, Oceanographic Technician, Survey Party Chief, or Hydrographic Surveyor is ideal.
• Experience working on small boats and large vessels desired.
• Proficiency in geodesy, cartography, GIS, photogrammetry, and charting desired.
• Expertise with survey and charting software such as HYPACK HYSWEEP, QPS QINSy, CARIS, POSPac, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or ArcGIS required; programming skills are a plus.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working on small boats and large vessels desired.
• Proficiency in geodesy, cartography, GIS, photogrammetry, and charting desired.
• Programming skills are a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.