Drafting Technician / Land Surveyor

Pearce Services Global; Mohali; On-site; INR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearce Services Global in Mohali, India, is seeking a Drafting Technician to process survey field data and create survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS surveys, land plats, subdivisions, and topo/engineering surveys.

The role emphasizes CAD drafting, data management, and coordinate systems, with strong communication to internal teams, clients, and vendors to ensure accurate, timely deliverables. The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree or technical certification and 2+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in drafting or surveying.
• Minimum 2+ years in survey drafting or related technical work.
• Proficient in CAD drafting, data processing, and coordinate system management; ALTA/NSPS familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Draft survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topo, and subdivision surveys.
• Maintain project files, data storage, and version control.
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators, Field Services, and Network Surveyors.
• Address drafting issues and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.

Skills

CAD drafting

Data processing

Coordinate systems

AutoCAD

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Drafting

Technical certification in Land Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Drafting Technician (Formerly Survey Technician) processes survey field data and creates survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS Surveys, Land Survey Plats, Subdivisions, Topographic/Engineering Surveys, and other deliverables. This position requires strong technical skills in CAD drafting, data management, and coordinate systems, as well as effective communication with internal teams, clients, and vendors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Uphold company standards and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual.
• Coordinate daily with supervisor to plan workload and manage project priorities.
• Process field data and generate accurate survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys.
• Draft improvements, utilities, boundaries, and title exceptions using CAD and related tools.
• Perform zoning, floodplain, and title research as needed for project support.
• Execute geodesy and datum adjustments, coordinate transformations, and surface modeling.
• Prepare legal descriptions and perform boundary placement and resolution tasks.
• Manage project files and data storage to ensure organization and version control.
• Address redlines promptly and maintain quality standards across deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators, Field Services, and Network Surveyors to ensure data accuracy and timely completion.
• Identify and resolve drafting or data issues to support efficient project delivery.
• Professional Growth: Eagerness to learn, adapt, and develop within a collaborative, quality-driven environment.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Associates degree or technical certification in Drafting, Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in survey drafting or related technical work.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in CAD drafting, data processing, and coordinate system management; experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with ALTA/NSPS standards, boundary analysis, topographic mapping, and survey workflows.
• Detail Orientation: Strong attention to accuracy, organization, and file management.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with supervisors and field teams.