OBIC are recruiting an Instrumentation Software Engineer
The Ocean-Bottom Instrumentation Consortium (http://www.obs.ac.uk), operated by Southampton and Durham Universities, designs, builds, and operates instruments on the seabed in the deep oceans. Our autonomous instruments are deployed for up to a year to record variation in water pressure, ground vibration, and electric or magnetic fields.
OBIC are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile software engineer to be based at the University of Southampton’s Waterfront Campus to help develop its next generation of seabed scientific equipment that will be deployed all over the world. Joining a small but highly skilled team of engineers, you will prototype, develop and test embedded firmware, as well as maintaining and improving a suite of data processing and visualisation code. This role would suit a programmer with a strong track record of development in C, who is enthusiastic about seeing their code go to production collecting unique datasets globally at the bottom of the Earth’s oceans. This post offers global travel and working at sea, providing the key data sets required by scientists working at the forefront to better understand planet Earth.
Informal enquiries can be made to Profs Tim Henstock ([email protected]) or Christine Peirce ([email protected])
For more information and to apply visit https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=1325421HN-R
The deadline for applications is 31 March 2021.
PML are recruiting a Marine Robotics Technologist
Closing Date:
16/04/2021
Division:
Science and Technology
Description:
Full Time - Open Ended Appointment
Starting Salary:
£24,150per annum*
The role:
Building on the recent successes of the Smart Sound Plymouth (www.smartsoundplymouth.co.uk), the Plymouth Marine Laboratory is pleased to announce a marine robotics technologist post to join the world leading Smart Sound Plymouth team.
Plymouth Marine Laboratory leads Smart Sound Plymouth, which is the UK’s premier proving area for the development, validation and demonstration of cutting-edge products and services for the marine sector. The Smart Sound is ideally suited for building and supporting the next generation of advanced marine technologies. One of the unique aspects of Smart Sound Plymouth is the prestigious Western Channel Observatory (www.westernchannelobservatory.org.uk). The observatory is a set of long-term time-series stations, situated in the English Channel and has a long history in marine technology development, in particular autonomous buoys, real-time systems communication, and real-world in-water sensor proving. Recent funding successes in the order of £3.5 million have provided the opportunity to develop and enhance the technology and sensing platforms of these leading science and innovation projects. The investment has enabled the development of the UK’s first operational profiling mooring, the acquisition of an Autonaut autonomous surface vessel (www.autonautusv.com), which is equipped with an advanced scientific payload. PML will shortly also take delivery of the UK’s first fleet of fully integrated ecoSUB Robotics submersibles (www.ecosub.uk) and an enhanced water column sampling rosette for our research vessel the Plymouth Quest. To provide high speed communications and full network connectivity to these assets PML are leading the delivery of an offshore communications network. The successful candidate will form part of the team delivering on these new and exciting technologies as well as developing the existing technology assets of the WCO. Through Smart Sound the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with industry leading organisations developing innovative technologies in key areas of autonomy, environmental sensing, and digitalisation.
Candidates for the post will ideally have experience in robotics with good coding and computer hardware development skills. Also, an ability to work in a high-pressure environment where innovative solutions are often required. Experience in marine electronics would be an advantage, as well as the ability to maintain scientific equipment to a high standard of calibration and operation. A basic level of mechanical engineering ability is preferred and the ability to work at sea for short periods of time is a requirement of the posts.
The post is available immediately and is open ended. To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact the Head of Smart Sound Plymouth (Dr James Fishwick) via [email protected]
PML offers a variety of employee benefits: https://www.pml.ac.uk/Working_with_us/Vacancies/Employee_Benefits
*PML offers annual salary increments over a five year period, rising to £29,285 maximum.
To apply please visit: https://advanced.advorto.com/PML/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=21551
PO number is P200169.
aae technologies are recruiting a Technical Sales Co-ordinator
aae technologies is a globally respected, independent manufacturer of high value marine related electronic-acoustic products that include underwater positioning and tracking systems, and a market leading range of subsea geological survey equipment. Established for more than 30 years, our award-winning company has an international client base spread across many ocean related industry sectors, and is supported by a global distributor network with locations on every continent.
To further expand recent growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Sales Co-ordinator to join our growing and dynamic team. This role requires a candidate who is looking to progress their career in a diverse role that will be integral to our ambitious growth plans, with the opportunity to travel domestically and overseas to support marketing campaigns and trade shows.
Job Title:
Technical Sales Co-ordinator
Based:
aae technologies, Great Yarmouth, UK
Employment Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Main Responsibilities:
Support the aae technologies Sales and Business Development team and its customers across all aspects of the sales cycle including requests for quotations, tender preparation, order processing, after-sales support and customer service across all aae technologies group business units.
Duties:
- Support all elements of the sales cycle including;
- Developing and preparing sales proposals including tender preparation
- Process and actively manage sales orders
- Providing customers with updated information and answering enquiries
- Co-ordinating with other departments in the support of sales proposals, providing superior customer service
- Maintaining CRM system to ensure its accuracy
- Assisting with inbound phone calls as reasonably required
- Making outbound calls and following up with clients to meet their needs
- Directing leads, RFI’s, RFQ’s etc. to appropriate sales person (where applicable)
- Assist with the planning and implementation of marketing activities - Develop relationships with potential clients
- Maintain relationships with existing clients
- Support customer visits where necessary
- Attend and participate, when required in trade shows, exhibitions and industry forums
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, business ethics and values
- Perform any other duties as reasonably directed
The Candidate:
- Previous experience within a technical sales role
- An enthusiasm for providing the highest quality customer service
- Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
- Competent with MS Office
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic
- Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Relevant experience within the industry
- CRM experience
Minimum Position Requirements:
- 2 years customer service/ sales experience within an engineering technical field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- UK Driving Licence
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally
To apply please visit: www.aaetechnologiesgroup.com/careers
Blue Ocean Seismic Services are recruiting a Mechanical Engineer
Working in the Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) Work Stream, within a multidisciplinary technology team, this role is suitable for an innovative mechanical marine engineer with experience in designing underwater vehicles and with an interest in challenging the conventional and seeing design concepts through to a final product.
The role is primarily focused on the design and optimisation of sub systems for a bespoke UUV given specified system constraints, with some aspects of surface vessel design, launch and evaluation.
Position type:
Full-time
Reporting to:
UUV Work Stream Lead
Travel required:
<15%
Location:
Farnborough area, UK
Salary:
Competitive
Blue Ocean Seismic Services (BOSS) background:
BOSS is an innovative tech start up with strong shareholders including BP. Our vision is to disrupt the Marine Seismic industry through the development of a large-scale autonomous ocean bottom seismic data acquisition system, resulting in a step change reduction in the cost, time and HSSE risks required to acquire high quality OBS data. We help our clients to reduce their carbon emissions and their carbon footprint.
BOSS is developing a revolutionary, integrated seismic acquisition system based around long endurance, self-repositioning robotic ocean bottom nodes.
These nodes are capable of multiple autonomous re-positions to allow rolling of the receiver array without having to recover and redeploy nodes. This, in combination with automated handling systems, rapid deployment/recovery and intelligent system control, allows for optimisation of seismic acquisition survey operations to minimise duration and cost, and removes the requirement for ROV support.
Required Experience & Qualifications:
- Engineer degree qualified in one of the following disciplines: Naval Architect, Structural or Mechanical Engineering with minimum 5 years of experience.
- Relevant engineering track record for subsea mechanical design.
- Extensive experience with 3D modelling software (PTC Creo preferred or similar) to create complex part assembly models.
- The ability to work in the UK.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Linear/non-linear structural analysis experience with FEA software.
- Technical understanding of subsea vehicle motion and fluid dynamics loading for mechanical design tasks.
- Good working knowledge of different engineering materials and corrosion management in a marine environment.
General responsibilities:
- Development of detailed subsystems and parts to meet required specified performance criteria.
- Detailed evaluation of design concepts through computational analysis and physical model testing.
- Production of design submittal documentation and associated reports when required.
- Production of detailed design drawings & specifications.
- Production of verified design for prototyping and manufacture
To apply, please send CV and cover letter to [email protected] or visit www.blueoceanseismic.com/jobs/mechanical-engineer
Impact Subsea are recruiting a Production Technician
Impact Subsea have an exciting role available for a Production Technician to join their team!
Based in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, UK, this role involves applying your technical knowledge within the production team in the build of Impact Subsea sensors and systems.
For full details of this role and the job description, please see: https://www.impactsubsea.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Production-Technician-Job-Description-Rev-1.pdf
For more information visit https://www.impactsubsea.co.uk/careers.
All usual Impact Subsea benefits (outlined on website) are offered. Compensation commensurate with experience.
To apply, please provide a covering letter and your CV to [email protected] together with salary expectations.
OSIL are recruiting a Oceanographer/ Marine Scientist
OSIL is a leading supplier of meteorological and oceanographic (metocean) equipment for offshore and coastal engineering applications. Operating on a global basis from an office base in the UK, we offer metocean solutions through cost-effective, high quality and technically advanced equipment.
Position
The Systems Division of OSIL specialises in the design, build, commissioning and service of real-time data acquisition and monitoring systems for offshore and coastal engineering projects globally.
Due to continued growth, and in order to better serve the increasing needs of the business, we are looking to recruit an additional Oceanographic Engineer to undertake the design, build and maintenance of offshore metocean monitoring systems worldwide.
This post will comprise a combination of both office/ laboratory based duties and overseas fieldwork. This challenging role, based in the UK office, will encompass varied responsibilities, the key aspects of which are:
- Design and build of Metocean monitoring systems
- Specifying and procuring equipment
- Testing and integrating equipment
- Configuration and testing of real-time data acquisition software
- Visits to overseas installations to conduct installation, commissioning and maintenance duties
- Preparation of technical documentation
- Establish technical procedures
- Take an active role in all QA & HSE relating to projects
- Liaise with Clients
- Providing remote support to on-site clients
- Frequent overseas travel will be required
- Clear career progression opportunities
Position Requirements
The candidate we have in mind is flexible, stress resistant, has an accurate work practice and a hands-on mentality. The following qualifications and experience is also required:
- Experience with scientific or commercial instrumentation
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Science qualifications
- Experience within the offshore industry
- Experience of working on vessels, rigs and platforms
- Strong computing and IT knowledge
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in written service reports
- Able to work in the offshore environment
- Be a team player with excellent communication skills
- Financial/commercial project experience is preferred
- May suit a newly qualified graduate with the right background
- Candidates must be fluent in written and spoken English and confident working at heights.
- What we offer
OSIL offers a dynamic team-based working environment in an exciting and developing market, as well as the long-term potential for you to develop your skills and career. Salary for this position is negotiable and dependent on experience. OSIL also offers 25 days annual leave, plus additional offshore allowances.
To apply:
Please email your CV and a covering letter to [email protected] telling us why you want to work for OSIL and how your skills and experience will benefit our team.
Reference ID: OSIL Oceanographer/ Marine Scientist - January 2021
For more information visit: www.osil.com/job-vacancies
Metocean Proposal Specialist - Fugro
Metocean Proposal Specialist needed for an exciting opportunity to support a newly merged and growing commercial team in the offshore energy transition sector based in either Portchester or Wallingford. Compiling winning quotes and tenders to secure metocean data analysis work together with business development. Corresponding with clients in Europe and Africa as well as colleagues in the regional Fugro offices in both Asia and the Americas. Fugro places an emphasis on working with clients on a consultative basis so a strong technical knowledge paired with commercial experience is pre-requisite to this role.
Responsibilities:
Preparing quotes and tenders as well as providing technical input to multi-entity proposals for metocean criteria studies.
Develop business opportunities in Europe and Africa for metocean studies.
Liaise with technical specialists in the metocean consultancy team.
Keep in regular contact with the metocean consultancy teams in APAC, the Americas and
Fugro geoconsulting teams in Europe and Africa
Typical day:
Analyse client requests and engage with clients.
Prepare quotes and tenders for metocean desktop studies.
Prepare costs, margin and schedules.
Ensure all relevant documents are communicated to the clients and all questionnaires are completed as well as reviewing Terms & Conditions.
Attend client meetings, both internal and external.
Keep up to date with industry, competitor and applicable scientific news and developments plus attend selected conferences.
Support marketing activities.
Requirements:
MSc level qualification in metocean or engineering and professional experience of metocean data analysis, criteria derivation and/or modelling in support of commercial applications.
Experience of tendering and/or commercial activities.
Organised, able to prioritise, strong attention to detail, conscientious and showing initiative
Competent IT skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Fluency in an additional language is desirable.
Job reference: R0011648
Fugro are recruiting a Hydrographic Surveyor
Fugro are recruiting for a Hydrographic Surveyor to join their leading geophysical survey department based in Portchester.
As a Hydrographic Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for processing hydrographic data, working with teams in the field and Project Surveyors to deliver industry-leading data to clients.
It’s an excellent opportunity gaining exposure to projects, working in a range of markets (including renewables, UXO, pipeline inspection) and processing different hydrographic data types. The role combines time at the office and offshore on Fugro vessels.
This job is for you if:
- You want to work in an innovative environment with the latest equipment and software;
- You want to be part of some of the largest offshore engineering projects in the world
- You want to work in a dynamic and ambitious team with opportunities to develop.
Typical Week:
- Processing, interpreting and reporting of hydrographic data
- Delivering high quality data at all phases throughout the project life cycle
- Leading and assisting vessel mobilisations and demobilisations where required;
- Undertaking offshore survey operations, including offshore processing, assisting with back-deck operations, undertaking data coverage checks and creating infill lineplans.
Essential
- A qualification in hydrography, ocean science or closely related subject;
- Analytical mindset, shown by experience in data management, data processing and/or programming;
- Good verbal/written English language skills;
- Working under pressure to tight deadlines;
- High attention to detail, quality and safety.
Desirable
- Experience of industry-standard hydrographic processing software, such as Teledyne CARIS, Fugro Starfix or Applanix POSPac;
- Offshore/practical experience in oil/gas, ocean science, renewables and/or survey industries;
- Able to work offshore for periods of up to 4 weeks.
Fugro are the world’s leading, independent provider of geo-intelligence and asset integrity solutions for large constructions, infrastructure and natural resources. We employ approximately 9,500 employees in 61 countries.
Benefits include; competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package - including contributory pension, life assurance, 24 days annual leave and PM insurance.
To apply visit: www.fugro.com/careers
OBIC (Southampton and Durham Universities) are recruiting a Instrumentation Software Engineer
Instrumentation Software Engineer
Apply your programming skills to cutting edge scientific research:
The Ocean-Bottom Instrumentation Consortium (http://www.obs.ac.uk), operated by Southampton and Durham Universities, designs, builds, and operates instruments on the seabed in the deep oceans. Our autonomous instruments are deployed for up to a year to record variation in water pressure, ground vibration, and electric or magnetic fields.
OBIC are looking for an enthusiastic and versatile software engineer to be based at the University of Southampton’s Waterfront Campus to help develop its next generation of seabed scientific equipment that will be deployed all over the world. Joining a small but highly skilled team of engineers, you will prototype, develop and test embedded firmware, as well as maintaining and improving a suite of data processing and visualisation code. This role would suit a programmer with a strong track record of development in C, who is enthusiastic about seeing their code go to production collecting unique datasets globally at the bottom of the Earth’s oceans. This post offers global travel and working at sea, providing the key data sets required by scientists working at the forefront to better understand planet Earth.
Informal enquiries can be made to Profs Tim Henstock ([email protected]) or Christine Peirce ([email protected])
For more information and to apply visit https://jobs.soton.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx?ref=1325421HN
The deadline for applications is 27 January 2021.
Sales Manager for Teledyne CARIS and Optech in the Netherlands
Responsible for the further expansion of our market share in the Geospatial Technology world in close cooperation with the global team of outside and inside sales team members. The combination of new business development and expansion of the existing customer database makes this a versatile role with great opportunities for an eager and enthusiastic individual. Helping to ensure the market share and revenue growth of Teledyne CARIS and Optech products and services in the EMEA region.
Teledyne CARIS is the world’s leading developer of geospatial software for ocean mapping and marine information systems with its headquarters in Fredericton, Canada. We offer an integrated suite of software that specializes in processing sonar and LiDAR data, managing and analyzing large data sets, producing charts and maps, and serving data over the internet as well as other specialized needs. Teledyne Optech has been a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of advanced lidar instruments for 40 years. Teledyne Optech is widely recognized for its technological depth in lidar and related technologies.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Define and Act on the territorial Sales Development Plan by working with the regional sales teams at Teledyne CARIS and Teledyne Optech. Achieve the defined order and revenue targets through the sale of CARIS software products and services, and Optech Lidar and imaging sensor systems.
- Actively chase market data and define growth opportunities
- Advise on new product initiatives towards the Products and Development teams
- Together with the Regional Sales Manager define annual sales and marketing plans for your current and future customer database
- Acquire and qualify leads, seeking the right opportunities and pursue these
- Sales and product promotions at customers sites, at conferences/exhibition, on the phone or online
- Define cross- and upselling opportunities across the bigger Teledyne corporation
What will you bring on the table:
- Bachelor level degree or other degree in a Geomatics/Geography related area
- Proven experience in the hydrography and geomatics, with a solid understanding of sonars, lidar and survey methods
- Working knowledge of hydrographic survey and survey equipment an asset.
- Knowledge of Lidar and mobile mapping systems an asset
- Great networking skills and a genuine interest in our customer’s needs; understanding that value is different for every customer
- Existing sales experience, ideally with CRM experience, is preferred, but the willingness to sell and the desire to promote our solutions is key
- Great presentation and demonstrations skills; both for a small and a large audience
- Excellent organization and negotiation skills; knowing how to close the deal
- Fluency in English and preferably one other European language
Willingness to travel internationally. In periods for 25-50% of your time, including sales meeting/training visits to both Teledyne CARIS and Teledyne Optech offices throughout the year.
Apply here: www.teledyne.com/careers