Geospatial Systems Engineer – UAV/LiDAR Data & 3D Models
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Job summary
SGS is seeking a Geospatial Engineer to join our team, delivering high-quality spatial data solutions for environmental and industrial inspections. You will work with UAVs, ROVs, LiDAR, sonar to capture, process, and analyse geospatial data, transforming it into actionable insights for clients across energy, water, marine and infrastructure sectors.
You will collaborate with field teams, engineers and project managers to ensure accurate, high-impact deliverables and contribute to the development
Qualifications
- Degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Surveying, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Experience with geospatial data processing or UAV/ROV data (industry or academia).
- Proficiency in GIS tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar.
- Understanding of LiDAR, photogrammetry, sonar, or bathymetry workflows is desirable.
- Experience with scripting (Python or R) is advantageous.
- Strong interest in applying geospatial technologies within environmental and infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
- Support UAV, ROV, and USV operations to ensure optimal data capture
- Conduct field calibrations and perform QA/QC checks (field and office)
- Capture and process spatial data including LiDAR, bathymetry, photogrammetry, and thermal imagery
- Produce outputs such as orthomosaics, point clouds, DEMs/DSMs, 3D models, and volumetric analysis
- Perform change detection, deformation, and terrain/vegetation analysis
- Integrate multi-source datasets (UAV, sonar, GNSS, satellite, and terrestrial surveys)
- Prepare technical reports, maps, and client-ready deliverables
- Collaborate with engineering and technical teams to improve data capture and workflows
- Represent the business in client interactions and industry forums as required
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Job description
SGS is seeking a Geospatial Engineer to join our team, delivering high-quality spatial data solutions for environmental and industrial inspections. You will work with UAVs, ROVs, LiDAR, sonar to capture, process, and analyse geospatial data, transforming it into actionable insights for clients across energy, water, marine and infrastructure sectors.
You will collaborate with field teams, engineers and project managers to ensure accurate, high-impact deliverables and contribute to the development
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