Hydrographic Data Processor

Job Description

Kraken Robotics is currently recruiting a Hydrographic Data Processor at our Mount Pearl, NL, Canada or Aberdeen, UK office.

The Hydrographic Data Processor will process field data and produce charts and/or maps from data acquired using Kraken Robotics underwater vehicles and sonar systems as part of the Kraken Robotics Services business line.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Processing and Quality Control of navigation, hydrographic, bathymetry and all other survey data sets acquired. This includes the following data sets: SAS data, Multibeam data, Pipeline & Cable inspection / installation data sets, Positioning data sets, SeaVision data sets, etc.
• QC/QA computations using raw and processed data.
• QC/QA survey data received from field for completeness and quality.
• Ensure the integrity of project data sets including the incorporation of data sets from third party’s such as-built data sets.
• Ensure processing logs are up to date and record offsets used during processing.
• Review of survey logs compiled by data acquisition crews and processing of acquired data sets using the selected processing software.
• Maintain archive of survey results/charts/reports for all jobs and store data in short- and long-term facilities, liaising with the Data Manager where necessary.
• Manage time accordingly to ensure data deliverable timelines and Client delivery dates are met.
• Perform error analysis, problem and cause finding and make corrections accordingly. This can include liaising with Kraken Robotics Software team and or Engineers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or Diploma in a relevant field such as Geomatics, Ocean Mapping, Hydrography, GIS or Geo-informatics
• Knowledge of data acquisition, processing and reporting software, minimum 2 years.
• Strong understanding of all aspects of Ocean Mapping, including technologies and methodologies used as well as the collection, processing, and management of data.
• Experience with underwater vehicles and sonar systems.
• Ability to process, archive and organize large quantities of Hydrographic data.
• Knowledge of hydrographic survey methods, bathymetric data management and related areas.
• Knowledge of sonar data acquisition systems including: Multibeam and single beam echosounders, side scan sonar, Inertial Navigation Systems, Sub-bottom profilers and Synthetic Aperture Sonar.
• Experience with industry standard software, such as CARIS HIPS and SIPS, AutoChart, AutoCAD, ArcMap, DelphINS, Eiva etc.
• Conversant with Navigation/Acquisition software in use is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of computer network infrastructure, databases, and data storage technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Experienced with using Microsoft applications such as; Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to check and advise of contract variations during field work.
• Must be able to work independently, as well as effectively within a team environment.
• Demonstrated processing skills along with a proven track record for success.
• High degree of organization, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to obtain NATO secret clearance.
• Previous experience at an Offshore Survey or Construction company would be beneficial.
• Previous offshore experience in a Surveyor or Data Processor would be advantageous.