Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We're seeking a skilled Survey CAD Technician to support a multi-disciplinary engineering and surveying team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, detail-driven environment and is passionate about producing high-quality survey deliverables that support both municipal infrastructure and private development projects.

In this role, you'll work closely with licensed land surveyors, engineers, and project managers to transform field-collected data into clean, accurate CAD base maps, plats, and survey drawings. Your work will directly support boundary surveys, topographic mapping, ALTA/NSPS surveys, easement exhibits, construction stakeout plans, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft detailed survey maps and plats using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Interpret field data collected by survey crews (total stations, GPS, digital levels, etc.)
• Prepare base mapping for engineering design projects
• Process raw field data, apply linework codes, and create surfaces and contours
• Collaborate with surveyors and engineers to resolve discrepancies or clarify field conditions
• Maintain drawing standards and organize CAD files in accordance with project requirements
• Assist with QA/QC of survey deliverables before final submittal

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in land surveying CAD drafting
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (including surfaces, alignments, and point management)
• Strong understanding of boundary, topographic, and ALTA/NSPS survey procedures
• Experience processing survey data using Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, or similar
• Familiarity with municipal, DOT, or public-sector project standards a plus
• Ability to read and interpret deeds, plats, and engineering plans
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment

Education & Licensing

• Associate degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field (preferred)
• LSIT or CST certification is a plus but not required

Why This Role?

• Work on meaningful, community-impacting infrastructure projects
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types, from small utility upgrades to multi-phase municipal roadway improvements
• Stable, growing team with a strong reputation for quality work and client service
• Opportunity to grow into project coordination or Survey Project Manager roles over time