Department: Operations
Reports To: Project Manager / VP Operations
Employment Status: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Work Arrangement: Office, remote, workshop and field-based as assigned
Primary Office Location: Houston, Texas / Offshore and Worldwide Project Locations
Travel Requirements: Extensive domestic/international travel, including offshore assignments
Personnel Supervised: None
Effective Date: September 2026 

Position Summary
The 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. 

Essential Field-Based Duties and Responsibilities

• Mobilize, 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 Responsibilities

• Support 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. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Practical 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 Qualifications

• Previous 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. 

Work Environment and Travel

The 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 Requirements

The 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 Requirements

Depending 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 Responsibilities

The 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. 

Job Description Acknowledgement

This job description describes the general nature and level of work associated with the position and identifies the principal duties and essential functions of the role. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive listing of every responsibility, activity or requirement associated with the position. 

Duties and responsibilities may be modified or reassigned based on business, operational and project requirements. 

The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Apply by emailing hiring@zupt.com. Please include your resume and an optional cover letter, and use the position title as the subject line.

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