Submarine Cable Project Lead
- Employer
- University of Texas at Austin
- Location
- Colton, Texas, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Oct 9, 2024
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Informatics / GIS
- Discipline
- Marine
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Job Posting Title:
Submarine Cable Project Lead
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Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories
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Position Open To:
All Applicants
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Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
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FLSA Status:
Exempt
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Earliest Start Date:
Sep 01, 2024
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Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
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Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
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Job Details:
Purpose
Contribute to research and development tasks within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL).
Responsibilities
* Serve as a subject matter expert on the geotechnical and geophysical perspectives of cable routing and/or fisheries regarding offshore construction to support a variety of subsea cable projects. Support collaborative research efforts with other team members. Supervision of junior personnel (may include student employees).
* Research, compile, and interpret published literature, publicly available GIS datasets, and project-specific data to inform Critical Issues Analyses and Desktop Study documentation.
* Research and interpret international, federal, state, and local regulations on a project-specific basis to assess project permitting feasibility and development requirements as well as prepare environmental reports.
* Compile and analyze geophysical and geotechnical data to evaluate and assess cable burial potential and highlight other potential construction risks.
* Design and update subsea cable routes to client specifications and following industry best practices using GIS and cable planning tools (e.g., ArcMap, AutoCAD & Makai Plan)
* Occasional travel for presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings, or offshore support.
* Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
* B.S. in Earth Science, Geology, Geophysics, Marine Science, or related degree required.
* Three or more years of experience with one or more of the following: Submarine cable projects - installation; Oceanographic or Geophysical surveys; Offshore development; or Marine or coastal planning and design
* Strong GIS skills and understanding of geospatial analysis, integration, and data management. (ArcGIS, QGIS)
* Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills.
* Attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to use time effectively in order to meet deadlines.
U.S. citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Geology, Oceanography, Marine Sciences, Geophysics, or related degree field.
* Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
* Two or more years of experience with one of more of the following: Geology; Oceanography; Ocean Mapping/ Geophysics; Pipeline route design; Marine project permitting
* Two or more years of experience with programming and data analysis using MATLAB or Python.
* Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments.
* Experience summarizing and/or presenting analysis results using Microsoft Powerpoint or Word.
* Proven ability to work independently, formulate research plans, take initiative, and mentor other staff.
* Project management experience.
* Cumulative GPA of 3.0 of greater with a 3.5 or greater in major coursework.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
* 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
* Retirement contributions
* Paid vacation and sick time
* Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Salary Range
$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
* Standard office conditions
* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
* Use of manual dexterity
* Some weekend, evening and holiday work
* Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
* Resume/CV
* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
* Letter of interest
* Unofficial college transcripts
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
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Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
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Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
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Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
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Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
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E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
* E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
* E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
* Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
* Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
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Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
Submarine Cable Project Lead
* ---
Hiring Department:
Applied Research Laboratories
* ---
Position Open To:
All Applicants
* ---
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
* ---
FLSA Status:
Exempt
* ---
Earliest Start Date:
Sep 01, 2024
* ---
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
* ---
Location:
PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS
* ---
Job Details:
Purpose
Contribute to research and development tasks within the Environmental Sciences Laboratory (ESL).
Responsibilities
* Serve as a subject matter expert on the geotechnical and geophysical perspectives of cable routing and/or fisheries regarding offshore construction to support a variety of subsea cable projects. Support collaborative research efforts with other team members. Supervision of junior personnel (may include student employees).
* Research, compile, and interpret published literature, publicly available GIS datasets, and project-specific data to inform Critical Issues Analyses and Desktop Study documentation.
* Research and interpret international, federal, state, and local regulations on a project-specific basis to assess project permitting feasibility and development requirements as well as prepare environmental reports.
* Compile and analyze geophysical and geotechnical data to evaluate and assess cable burial potential and highlight other potential construction risks.
* Design and update subsea cable routes to client specifications and following industry best practices using GIS and cable planning tools (e.g., ArcMap, AutoCAD & Makai Plan)
* Occasional travel for presentation of analysis results at internal and external working group meetings, or offshore support.
* Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
* B.S. in Earth Science, Geology, Geophysics, Marine Science, or related degree required.
* Three or more years of experience with one or more of the following: Submarine cable projects - installation; Oceanographic or Geophysical surveys; Offshore development; or Marine or coastal planning and design
* Strong GIS skills and understanding of geospatial analysis, integration, and data management. (ArcGIS, QGIS)
* Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills.
* Attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, good communication skills, and the ability to use time effectively in order to meet deadlines.
U.S. citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.
Preferred Qualifications
* Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Geology, Oceanography, Marine Sciences, Geophysics, or related degree field.
* Current or recent eligibility for access to classified information.
* Two or more years of experience with one of more of the following: Geology; Oceanography; Ocean Mapping/ Geophysics; Pipeline route design; Marine project permitting
* Two or more years of experience with programming and data analysis using MATLAB or Python.
* Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments.
* Experience summarizing and/or presenting analysis results using Microsoft Powerpoint or Word.
* Proven ability to work independently, formulate research plans, take initiative, and mentor other staff.
* Project management experience.
* Cumulative GPA of 3.0 of greater with a 3.5 or greater in major coursework.
General Notes
An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.
Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.
Visit our website (www.arlut.utexas.edu) for additional information about Applied Research Laboratories.
UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
* 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
* Retirement contributions
* Paid vacation and sick time
* Paid holidays
Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.
Salary Range
$104,000-$174,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.
Working Conditions
* Standard office conditions
* Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
* Use of manual dexterity
* Some weekend, evening and holiday work
* Possible interstate/intrastate travel
Required Materials
* Resume/CV
* 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
* Letter of interest
* Unofficial college transcripts
Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.
* ---
Employment Eligibility:
Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
* ---
Retirement Plan Eligibility:
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
* ---
Background Checks:
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
* ---
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
* ---
Pay Transparency:
The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
* ---
Employment Eligibility Verification:
If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
* ---
E-Verify:
The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
* E-Verify Poster (English) [PDF]
* E-Verify Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
* Right To Work Poster (English) [PDF]
* Right To Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
* ---
Compliance:
Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.
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