Survey Engineer in Aberdeen

We are looking for Survey Engineers. Are you passionate about technology, problem-solving, and working in exciting offshore environments? If you’re looking for a hands-on role where every day brings new challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The Survey and Inspection department in DOF Subsea Atlantic is looking for Survey Engineers to join our team. This is an offshore position.

What You’ll Do

• Operate Survey Equipment: Use state-of-the-art technology to collect, analyse, and record data to the highest standards, ensuring everything is accurate and up to regulations. Prepare, use, and maintain all relevant survey logs, documentation and reports. Monitor real-time displays; examine calibration, data plots and charts/maps. Be familiar with equipment lists, checklists, service reports, and confirm that there is no shortage of equipment and parts.
• Focus on safety: Whatever we do, we want to do it in a safe manner. Report and follow up deficiencies, damaged equipment, safety hazards, or incidents; by using the appropriate reporting system (e.g., failure/breakdown, SJA, non-conformity).
• Collaboration is Key: Work alongside survey personnel onshore and offshore, ROV crew, Shift Supervisors and management to ensure smooth operations, while providing input and suggestions for improvements in team performance and operations. Support vessel mobilisation and demobilisation as needed.
• Maintain Equipment: Keep survey-related equipment in excellent working condition, making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. We take pride in looking after our assets.
• Reporting & Problem-Solving: Report key findings to senior team members, identify issues, and actively contribute to solutions that optimise our workflows.
• Innovation Focus: Get hands-on with the latest in survey technology and contribute to the development of new systems in renewable energy, offshore decommissioning, and more. Contribute to DOF's commitment to sustainability and innovation in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Background in electronics, data technology, surveying, or similar fields. (Experience can substitute for formal education).
• Experience in the offshore industry or survey operations.
• Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Flexible mindset—adapt to changing environments with ease.
• Passion for innovation, safety, and efficiency.
• Permanent residency in the UK is required for this role.

If you feel you are the right person for this role and have a great attitude, we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Perform work in accordance with company and project policies and standards.
• Work effectively under time constraints.
• Recognize personal limitations and seek guidance when necessary.
• Operation of online software packages and knowledge of how they work.
• Assist with installing, configuring and licensing software packages.
• Mobilisation and demobilisation of survey equipment, sensors and packages.
• Testing and repair of survey sensors.
• Create detailed fault reports and manage vessel spares ensuring continuous operations.
• Be able to operate online systems and monitor sensor inputs and online navigation.
• Show good communication to survey team and others.
• Show ability to understand and adhere to all safety policies.
• Show respect to all you work with.

If you’re looking for an exciting, rewarding career where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards an adventure with DOF!

At DOF, we believe in providing our employees with a supportive and enriching work environment. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy as part of our team:

• We offer private medical care, enhanced maternity and paternity policies, company pension, employee assistance program and more.
• With a modern fleet of vessels, we focus on your comfort and well-being while on the job, we have well maintained vessels, comfortable cabins, great food and access to the internet to keep in touch with family and friends.
• At DOF, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that a team with different perspectives is key to driving innovation and success.
• Our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Excellence and Safety create a collaborative environment where everyone’s opinions are heard.
• DOF isn’t just about today—it’s about shaping the future. Join us as we explore exciting fields like photogrammetry, digital twinning, and floating wind positioning systems.