About the Firm

Our mission: Transforming infrastructure for the next generation with passion and kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State andPennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Prudent Engineering is seeking a highly motivated Hydrographic Party Chief to work out of our Buffalo, Syracuse, or Staten Island, New York offices. In this role, you will lead a team of surveyors, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality collection of hydrographic data. 

As a Hydrographer, your duties will include data QA/QC, equipment setup/calibration, trouble shooting, data acquisition, data processing, equipment maintenance, and production of final deliverables/reports.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

·       Participate in the bathymetric survey project from assignment to completion

·       Assist  with project proposal and reporting tasks as needed

·       Communicate with applicable personnel regarding the status of the survey, update survey plans, troubleshoot and resolve issues, to ensure schedules are maintained.

Qualifications:

·       3 or more years of experience preferred in the Survey or Geophysical industry

·       3 or more years of experience preferred with HYPACK/HYSWEEP

·       Knowledge of basic geodesy and understanding of datums

·       Familiarity with R2Sonic multibeam systems and Edgetech sub-bottom profiling and side-scan sonar systems

·       Possess excellent oral and written communication skills

·       Work well in a team environment

·       Experience with trailering and operating a survey vessel

·       Interest and passion for new technology applications for hydrographic mapping

·       Maintain a valid driver’s license

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

·       NSPS-THSOA Certified Hydrographer or interest in pursuing certification

·       Experience using uncrewed surface vehicles or other autonomous systems for survey operations

·       Experience with Microstation and/or other CADD software

Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000*

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with excellent opportunity for advancement.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

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