Hydrographic Office Technician / CAD Operator

Prudent Engineering; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

PTO plus paid holidays

Job summary

Prudent Engineering in Rochester, NY is looking for a skilled CAD Designer/Technician to join our team. Candidates should have a strong background in CAD with proficiency in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.

The ideal candidate will enjoy a collaborative environment while working on various engineering projects. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of CAD drafting/design experience.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in survey and hydrographic data processing as needed.
• Supporting occasional field assignments for hydrographic survey operations.

Skills

CAD drafting/design experience

Proficiency with MicroStation

Proficiency with OpenRoads Designer

Microsoft Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Carlson Survey Software

GIS software

Job description

About The Firm

Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private‑sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Minimum Requirements We Seek

• Minimum of 2 years of CAD drafting/design experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• A positive attitude.
• Ability to legally work in the United States.

Desired Skills/Software Capabilities

• Experience with hydrographic, survey, or civil engineering projects.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Carlson Survey Software
• NYSDOT CAD Standards
• USACOE Standards
• HYPACK / HYSWEEP
• SonarWiz
• GIS software experience
• Survey and hydrographic data processing experience
• Familiarity with point clouds, terrain models, and surface generation
• Basic understanding of survey coordinate systems and mapping standards
• Ability to support occasional field assignments or hydrographic survey operations as needed
• Comfortable on and around water and boats.

What We Will Offer

• An annual salary between $52,000-$65,000
• Medical, dental, vision.
• 401K with company match.
• PTO plus paid holidays.
• Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.
• Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.