LiDAR Reality Capture Pro — Field & CAD Expert

VECTORNET; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Career advancement opportunities

Equipment provided

90-day onboarding program

Job summary

VectorNet is seeking an experienced Reality Capture Technician to support LiDAR scanning and CAD production projects across Virginia and nationwide. This role involves terrestrial, mobile, and aerial LiDAR scanning, establishing survey control, processing and registering point clouds, and creating accurate 2D AutoCAD deliverables.

Travel 50–75% is required, with 90-day onboarding. Responsibilities include field data collection, equipment operation, data processing, and coordinating with project

Qualifications

• 2+ years of LiDAR scanning experience.
• 2+ years of LiDAR scanning experience in construction and/or retail environments.
• Willingness to travel 50–75%, including overnight travel.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform terrestrial, mobile, and aerial LiDAR scanning and field data collection.
• Operate and maintain laser scanners, drones, total stations, and related equipment.
• Establish control and tie scan data into coordinate systems.
• Register, align, and process point clouds using software such as Autodesk ReCap, RIEGL RiSCAN PRO, and Leica Cyclone.
• Convert point cloud data into accurate 2D AutoCAD as-built drawings.
• Support architectural, structural, and MEP deliverables.
• Maintain CAD standards, project documentation, and drawing revisions.
• Coordinate with project managers and clients to meet project scope, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Support CAD and Revit workflows as needed.

Skills

LiDAR scanning

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

ReCap

RiSCAN PRO

Leica Cyclone

Revit

Job description

VectorNet is seeking an experienced Reality Capture Technician to support LiDAR scanning and CAD production projects across Virginia and nationwide. This role involves terrestrial, mobile, and aerial LiDAR scanning, establishing survey control, processing and registering point clouds, and creating accurate 2D AutoCAD deliverables.

Travel 50–75% is required, with 90-day onboarding. Responsibilities include field data collection, equipment operation, data processing, and coordinating with project