Marine Routing Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast‑paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high‑tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - Sub Com has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured and deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the Sub Com team plays a role in an end‑to‑end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities and rural towns.

We encourage, expect and value creativity, thoughtful risk‑taking, openness to change and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding and fast‑paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), Sub Com has opportunities to advance your career.

The Marine Engineering Manager is responsible for the A to Z cable route engineering from the preliminary design phase through the final implementation and execution of the design. This function involves effective collaboration with multiple internal teams, including Marine Services, the Bid and Proposal group and the Marine Installation Group. The manager’s primary goal is to develop an effective and efficient plan for installation and to ensure the successful installation of cable in a subsea environment.

• Writes technical specifications for Desktop Studies, Marine Surveys and executes Desktop Studies contracts
• Engineers the route and straight‑line diagram for the survey contracts
• Manages route survey marine operations both at‑sea and in the office
• Executes Cable Type and Route Selection throughout the survey phase of a project
• Assists the supervising manager with cable system vessel loading
• Develops and communicates methods and procedures for installation and loading activities
• Simulates cable installations using modeling software
• Effectively interfaces with Sub Com customers
• Manages one or more projects as the lead route engineer
• Manages 3rd Party Survey Suppliers
• Collaborates within other groups within the company/project
• Manages a portion of project budgets
• Writes, edits and reviews a variety of reports
• Provides in‑field supervision as needed

• Prefer 6+ years of experience in processing hydrogeography, GIS or a related field
• Charting & mapping skills strongly preferred
• Able to travel internationally as needed (at least 50 %)
• Strong understanding of geophysical and hydrographic survey desired
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, GIS, Geo Media, AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Strong communication, technical writing, computer, organization and interpersonal skills
• Pass Marine Services Medical & Fitness Certification Exam
• BA in Science or Engineering preferred or equivalent work experience

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with Sub Com must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

Sub Com offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Some positions may also be eligible for shift differential.