... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
Marine Ecology Staff Researcher - 140444
San Diego, CA · On-site
$32.77 - $36.20/hr
Current certification and ability to maintain American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Scientific Diver SCUBA certification. * Experience operating small boats in coastal waters. * Knowledge of ...
Marine Ecology Staff Researcher - 140444
San Diego, CA · On-site
$32.77 - $36.20/hr
Current certification and ability to maintain American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Scientific Diver SCUBA certification. * Experience operating small boats in coastal waters. * Knowledge of ...
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree. * Six years or ... Diver Propulsion Devices / Vehicles, SEAL Delivery Vehicle experience, submarine lock-out ...
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree. * Six years or ... Diver Propulsion Devices / Vehicles, SEAL Delivery Vehicle experience, submarine lock-out ...
Engineer Diver
Novi, MI · On-site
... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
Engineer Diver
Novi, MI · On-site
... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
Engineer Diver
Novi, MI · On-site
... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
Engineer Diver
Novi, MI · On-site
... scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals ... ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience) Preferred ...
Regularly reviews and advises all Academy scientific divers as to their diving status. * Conducts or arranges for the training and certification courses for Academy staff and volunteers. * Assists ...
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Regularly reviews and advises all Academy scientific divers as to their diving status. * Conducts or arranges for the training and certification courses for Academy staff and volunteers. * Assists ...
Diving Safety Officer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Regularly reviews and advises all Academy scientific divers as to their diving status. * Conducts or arranges for the training and certification courses for Academy staff and volunteers. * Assists ...
Diving Safety Officer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Regularly reviews and advises all Academy scientific divers as to their diving status. * Conducts or arranges for the training and certification courses for Academy staff and volunteers. * Assists ...
Diver Systems Technical Project Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$100 - $140/hr
Diver Systems Technical Project ManagerJob Details Purpose: Technical project manager of diver ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree. * Six years or ...
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Diver Systems Technical Project Manager
Austin, TX · On-site
$100 - $140/hr
Diver Systems Technical Project ManagerJob Details Purpose: Technical project manager of diver ... Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or similar technical degree. * Six years or ...
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Diver / Senior Technician
New York, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
New York, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Huntington Station, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Huntington Station, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Glastonbury, CT · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Glastonbury, CT · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Mount Laurel, NJ · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Mount Laurel, NJ · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Senior Scientific Document Specialist
Marlborough, MA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Senior Scientific Document Specialist Location: Marlborough, MA Department: Lab Operations About the Opportunity Meadowhawk Biolabs is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Senior Scientific ...
Senior Scientific Document Specialist
Marlborough, MA · On-site
$68K - $88K/yr
Senior Scientific Document Specialist Location: Marlborough, MA Department: Lab Operations About the Opportunity Meadowhawk Biolabs is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Senior Scientific ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Huntington Station, NY · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Huntington Station, NY · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Bloomfield, NJ · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Bloomfield, NJ · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Newport, RI · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Newport, RI · Hybrid
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Mount Laurel, NJ · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Mount Laurel, NJ · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Newport, RI · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Newport, RI · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Glastonbury, CT · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
Glastonbury, CT · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
New York, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Diver / Senior Technician
New York, NY · On-site
$40 - $50/hr
We are seeking an experienced diver / senior technician to join our waterfront/coastal team in an ... With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical ...
Scientific Diver information
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$19.71 - $28.41
13% of jobs
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$28.41 - $37.11
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$80.59 - $89.29
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$89.29 - $97.99
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$97.99 - $106.69
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$106.69 - $115.38
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How much do scientific diver jobs pay per hour?
How much do scientific divers make?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the scientific diver position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Scientific Diver, you must possess strong underwater navigation, data collection, and sample handling skills, coupled with training in marine biology, environmental science, or a related field and commercial or research diving certifications. Familiarity with scientific diving equipment, underwater cameras, sampling tools, and compliance with standards like AAUS (American Academy of Underwater Sciences) is essential. Effective communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities are key soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate field data collection, adherence to safety protocols, and seamless collaboration within multidisciplinary research teams.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of a scientific diver?
Scientific Divers typically spend their days conducting underwater surveys, collecting biological and environmental samples, recording observations, and operating specialized equipment such as cameras and sensors. In addition to diving duties, they are also responsible for maintaining dive gear, processing collected samples, and entering data accurately for ongoing research projects. The role often involves working closely with scientists, project managers, and technical staff to plan dives and ensure research protocols are followed. Depending on the employer and research focus, you might also assist with laboratory analysis or support educational outreach efforts related to marine research.
How do you become a scientific diver?
What is a scientific diver?
A Scientific Diver is a professional who conducts underwater research to collect data for scientific studies. They may work in fields such as marine biology, archaeology, ecology, or environmental monitoring. Their tasks often include surveying marine life, mapping underwater structures, collecting samples, and maintaining research equipment. Scientific Divers must adhere to strict safety protocols and typically require specialized training and certification. They often work for universities, government agencies, environmental organizations, or private industry.

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Job description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
AECOM is seeking qualified individuals to be a part of our Michigan based underwater inspection team as an Engineer Diver. This role will provide the opportunity to directly be involved with underwater structural assessments on projects throughout the United States.
- This position will require performing and assisting with surface supplied diving operations.
- Execute each project ensuring a satisfied customer including legal requirements such as: ADCI regulations, USACE provisions and state and federal laws.
- Ensuring the safety of all divers and equipment, participating in safety briefings, and responding to emergencies.
- Maintaining accurate records of diving operations.
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS + 2 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Valid Driver's license.
- Candidate must successfully pass a drug & alcohol test.
- ACDE Dive School Diploma or Military Diving Diploma
- ADCI Entry Level Diver/Tender (Or ability to obtain with Military Experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
- BS in Civil Engineering
- FHWA-NHI-130055 or 130056 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges Certification
- FHWA-NHI-130091 Underwater Bridge Inspection
- ADCI Air Diver or ADCI Air Diving Supervisor
- TWIC Card.
Additional information:
- AECOM is not offering US work sponsorship with this opportunity.
- AECOM is not offering relocation with this opportunity.
- Out of state travel may be up to 2 weeks at a time on rare occurrences.
- Competitive per diem provided for meals, lodging, and travel.
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.