Certified Hydrographer​/Professional Engineer​/Seller-Doer - Bothell, WA or Portland

Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding a Certified Hydrographer — Professional Engineer (Ocean/Coastal/Civil)/Seller‑Doer to join our Marine Services team in the Pacific Northwest. This is a strategic growth opportunity to support and expand Tetra Tech's Marine Services Program, which delivers a range of marine geophysical, hydrographic, and geotechnical/environmental sediment survey services for projects such as ports, harbors, offshore wind, UXO, and subsea cables.

• Lead business development efforts by sustaining and growing client relationships, particularly in the Pacific Northwest and U.S. West Coast.
• Expand Tetra Tech's marine survey services through collaboration with regional leaders and leveraging integrated service offerings.
• Manage and mentor a high‑performing team within the Marine Services practice.
• Participate in client marketing activities, including proposal development, technical presentations, and trade show attendance.
• Provide direction for survey planning, data acquisition, processing, and delivery for hydrographic and geophysical surveys.
• Ensure project execution aligns with Tetra Tech's high standards for safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

• BS/MS in Geology, Geophysics, Hydrography, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in marine and/or inland projects.
• Expertise in hydrographic and geophysical surveys, including data collection, processing, and quality assurance.
• Proven ability to grow and develop business opportunities in marine services.
• Proficient with HYPACK, HYSWEEP, QINSy, CARIS, and POSPac software.
• Skilled in operating and troubleshooting survey system hardware, including Trimble static GNSS, R2
  
  Sonic multibeam echo sounders (MBE), and RTK GPS.
• Competent in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Surfer, and/or ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of geodesy, survey and tidal datums, and establishing/recovering survey control.
• Excellent client development and management skills.
• Strong leadership abilities to manage multi‑disciplinary teams across various geographic locations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing work plans, reports, proposals, and technical documentation.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), IHO CAT A or B, or NSPS – THSOA Hydrographer Certification.
• OSHA HAZWOPER, STCW safety training, or First Aid/CPR certification (desired but not required).
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of walking on rugged terrain and navigating ships' ladders.
• Willingness to travel, particularly along the U.S. West Coast, Pacific Northwest, and Alaska.

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

Pay commensurate with experience. Pay Range: $150,000 – $185,000.

Tetra Tech is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

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