LiDAR Data Processing Specialist: DEM/DTM & Point Clouds

ZenaTech Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZenaTech Inc. in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking a LiDAR Data Processing Technician to join its geospatial team. You will process, analyze, and manage LiDAR datasets to support surveying, engineering, construction, and mapping projects, ensuring accuracy and production efficiency.

The role requires proficiency in point cloud processing, coordinate systems, CAD/GIS integration, and scripting (Python). Experience with UAV LiDAR and photogrammetry is a plus; the environment emphasizes quality and

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience processing LiDAR data.
• Proficiency with software such as DJI Terra, Trimble Business Center, Cyclone, etc.

Responsibilities

• Generate Digital Elevation Models (DEM), Digital Terrain Models (DTM), and contours.
• Conduct quality control and quality assurance checks on LiDAR datasets.
• Align, calibrate, and register point clouds from multiple sources.
• Extract features such as breaklines, buildings, and infrastructure.
• Work with aerial and mobile LiDAR systems.
• Integrate LiDAR data with GIS and CAD platforms.
• Troubleshoot processing issues and improve workflows.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation - Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals

Skills

LiDAR data processing

Point cloud processing

Quality control/QA

Coordinate systems

CAD (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

GIS platforms

Scripting (Python)

UAV/LiDAR data processing

Photogrammetry workflows

Mobile LiDAR

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Surveying, GIS, or related field

Tools

DJI Terra

Trimble Business Center

Cyclone

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

ZenaTech Inc. in Vancouver, Canada, is seeking a LiDAR Data Processing Technician to join its geospatial team. You will process, analyze, and manage LiDAR datasets to support surveying, engineering, construction, and mapping projects, ensuring accuracy and production efficiency.

The role requires proficiency in point cloud processing, coordinate systems, CAD/GIS integration, and scripting (Python). Experience with UAV LiDAR and photogrammetry is a plus; the environment emphasizes quality and