Reality Capture Technician

Carbon60 - Eng&Tech; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a skilled Reality Capture Technician to conduct laser scanning activities on various projects. The successful candidate will utilize Leica scanners to gather accurate point cloud datasets, process data, and support BIM workflows. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, maintaining equipment, and delivering high-quality results. This role demands strong attention to detail and close collaboration with project teams to ensure precision in capturing site conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience with laser scanning technology and surveying practices.
• Knowledge of BIM workflows and point cloud data management.
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site-based laser scanning using Leica equipment for data collection.
• Perform pre-survey planning and risk assessments.
• Process, register, and clean point cloud data ensuring quality control.
• Produce deliverables including point clouds and survey reports.
• Maintain and calibrate laser scanning equipment.

Skills

Laser scanning

Point cloud processing

BIM integration

Data quality control

Tools

Leica Cyclone

Leica RTC360

Leica BLK series

Leica P-Series

Job description

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a skilled Reality Capture Technician to undertake reality capture activities across a range of projects using the Leica family of laser scanners and associated digital survey tools. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate point cloud datasets, registering scan data, and supporting the integration of spatial information into BIM and asset management workflows. This role involves close collaboration with BIM teams, design teams, and project managers to ensure precise and consistent capture of existing site conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site-based laser scanning using Leica reality capture equipment (e.g., RTC360, BLK series, P-Series), ensuring accurate and complete data collection.
• Perform pre-survey planning, including risk assessments, scanning methodology, and coordination with project teams to understand survey requirements.
• Process, register, and clean point cloud data using Leica Cyclone and other relevant software, ensuring accurate alignment and quality control.
• Produce deliverables including point clouds, TruView packages, 3D meshes, and survey reports in accordance with project standards and client requirements.
• Maintain, check, and calibrate Leica scanning equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturer guidelines.