POSITION OVERVIEW
An experienced ROV Engineer/Pilot is nominally on board for four to eight weeks at a time. They are typically part of a 6-person ROV team and report to the onboard ROV Lead. Applicants must have proper authorization to work in the US, a current passport, and no travel restrictions. A ROV Engineer/Pilot’s general responsibilities are to prepare the ROVs for scientific and exploration deployments and work with the OET team to safely pilot the ROVs and assist in the execution of scientific objectives. They must perform the following duties in close collaboration with the rest of the science and operations team:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Will assist in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of OET’s ROVs with direction from the ROV team lead.
- Will lead and assist in troubleshooting problems as required.
- Will assist with mentoring ROV interns and junior team members.
- Will perform pre- and post-dive checks of the ROVs.
- Will pilot the ROVs to the best of your ability and participate in live streaming of ROV dives in a polite and professional manner.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Preparing and operating 4,000 m to 6,000 m rated ROVs and their auxiliary systems at sea
- Training other engineers and technology novices in preparing, maintaining, and troubleshooting ROVs and other related equipment
- Mentoring and training ROV engineering interns
- High to expert level troubleshooting
- System documentation
- PC high-level functional skills
- Strong team player with a proactive, self-starting, service-oriented attitude
- Ability to work collaboratively with an international, multidisciplinary, diverse team of engineers, scientists, educators, and students
- Possess strong creative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills
- Excellent management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communications
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Engineer in one or more disciplines. Examples – mechanical, electrical, data, ocean engineering or other science degree
- ROV Operations Experience
- ROV Pilot Tech Training
- Sea Crane Training Certificate
- High Voltage Training
- Hydraulics Training
- Offshore safety training (STCW)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This role requires at-sea activity to launch and recover equipment over-the-side, maintain and troubleshoot vehicles, and carry up to 50 lbs is required.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a contract position with an estimated at-sea duration of 4 weeks to 8 weeks at a time. A typical day includes a 2×4-hour (or 12-hour) ROV pilot watch during remotely operated vehicle dives, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting of the vehicles.
COMPENSATION
Day rates and commensurate with experience. OET will cover all costs associated with travel, room, and board.
Application deadline: Open until filled on a rolling basis
