Remote Sensing Technician

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Technician – Aerial Mapping & PLS-CADD Classification to classify aerial LiDAR and imagery point clouds and code features for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors.

You will support PLS-CADD engineering deliverables under the supervision of the Production Lead. The role involves data classification, feature coding, and quality control to meet technical specifications, schedules, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in electric utility aerial mapping, LiDAR classification, or PLS-CADD modeling, or an Associate's degree in a related field with relevant coursework or internship experience.
• Working knowledge of LiDAR point cloud classification and feature/attribute coding for utility infrastructure.
• Familiarity with PLS-CADD software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in geomatics, surveying, GIS, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Classify LiDAR point clouds (ground, vegetation, conductors, structures, buildings, etc.) for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors utilizing MicroStation and TerraScan.
• Perform feature and attribute coding per utility client specifications and standard PLS-CADD feature codes.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all outputs.
• Follow internal SOPs, industry best practices, and project-specific processing requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to datasets, software, and processing workflows.
• Communicate progress, issues, and risks to the Production Lead and Project Lead in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized project files and support data management and archiving practices.
• Participate in training on classification standards, TerraSolid software updates, and utility mapping specifications.

Skills

LiDAR classification

PLS-CADD modeling

TerraScan

TerraSolid

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in geomatics, surveying, GIS, or related field

Tools

PLS-CADD

TerraScan

TerraSolid

Global Mapper

Job description

Description

The Technician – Aerial Mapping & PLS-CADD Classification is responsible for classifying aerial LiDAR and imagery

point clouds and coding features for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors to support PLS-CADD

engineering deliverables. This role performs data classification, feature coding, and quality control in support of utility

mapping projects. The Technician works under the direction of the Production Lead and collaborates with Project

Managers and PLS-CADD designers to meet technical specifications, schedules, and quality standards. Westwood is

hiring multiple Technicians into this role.

Requirements

Job Duties:

• Classify LiDAR point clouds (ground, vegetation, conductors, structures, buildings, etc.) for electric utility transmission and distribution corridors utilizing MicroStation and TerraScan.
• Perform feature and attribute coding per utility client specifications and standard PLS-CADD feature codes.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of all outputs.
• Follow internal SOPs, industry best practices, and project-specific processing requirements.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to datasets, software, and processing workflows.
• Communicate progress, issues, and risks to the Production Lead and Project Lead in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized project files and support data management and archiving practices.
• Participate in training on classification standards, TerraSolid software updates, and utility mapping specifications.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 1-3+ years of experience in electric utility aerial mapping, LiDAR classification, or PLS-CADD modeling, or an Associate's degree in a related field with relevant coursework or internship experience.
• Working knowledge of LiDAR point cloud classification and feature/attribute coding for utility infrastructure.
• Familiarity with PLS-CADD software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deliverables simultaneously.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in geomatics, surveying, GIS, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in TerraSolid, Global Mapper, or similar classification software alongside PLS-CADD preferred.
• ASPRS Certification or enrollment in a certification track preferred.
• Experience supporting manned and UAS aerial acquisition workflows for utility corridors preferred.

Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications of a Technician – Aerial Mapping & PLS-CADD Classification. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the organization and projects.