LiDAR Processing Technician

Thomas & Hutton; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and PTO

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a detail-oriented LiDAR Processing Technician to support our surveying and geospatial teams in Durham, NC. You will transform raw point clouds into deliverables using TopoDOT and AutoCAD, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.

The role requires strong technical foundations, knowledge of survey workflows, and a commitment to quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Collaboration with field crews and project managers is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency inTopoDOT for LiDAR processing and feature extraction.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and datums.
• Experience working with point clouds from mobile or aerial LiDAR systems.
• Ability to interpret survey control, field notes, and project specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point cloud data using TopoDOT.
• Generate survey-grade deliverables including topographic surfaces and contours, breaklines, features, and planimetric mapping.
• Draft and edit drawings in AutoCAD according to standards.
• Perform QC checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
• Collaborate with surveyors, project managers, and field crews to clarify data requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage large datasets efficiently while meeting project schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving LiDAR processing workflows and best practices.

Skills

TopoDOT

AutoCAD

Surveying principles

Point cloud data handling

Team collaboration

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Thomas & Huttonis seeking a detail-orientedLiDAR Processing Technician to support our surveying and geospatial teams through accurate processing, classification, and drafting of LiDAR data. This role focuses on transforming raw point cloud data into high-quality deliverables usingTopoDOTandAutoCADD.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, an understanding of survey workflows, and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point cloud data usingTopoDOT
• Generate survey-grade deliverables including:
  • Topographic surfaces and contours
  • Breaklines, features, and planimetric mapping
• Draft and edit drawings inAutoCADDin accordance with company and client standards
• Perform quality control (QC) checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications
• Collaborate with surveyors, project managers, and field crews to clarify data requirements and resolve discrepancies
• Manage large datasets efficiently while meeting project schedules and deadlines
• Maintain organized project files and documentation
• Assist in developing and improving LiDAR processing workflows and best practices

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency inTopoDOTfor LiDAR processing and feature extraction required
• Strong working knowledge ofAutoCADD
• Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and datums
• Experience working with point clouds from mobile or aerial LiDAR systems
• Ability to interpret survey control, field notes, and project specifications
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• TopoDOT Experience required
• 2+ years of LiDAR processing or survey drafting experience
• Experience with drone LiDAR or mobile LiDAR datasets
• Experience with additional software such as Civil 3D, or MicroStation

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus annual bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work-life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands-on mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:

On-site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

When you join Thomas & Hutton, you'll discover a career with real purpose. We equip you with cutting-edge tools, technology, and software to work efficiently and excel. Our career development programs, including PaTHways and T&H University, combine with approachable leadership and a collaborative environment to support your professional growth at every stage. Pair that with industry-leading benefits, genuine work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities to give back through T&H Helping Hands, and it's clear why so many professionals choose to grow their careers here.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace and an E-Verify participant.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications and analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Learn more at www.thomasandhutton.com