Senior CAD & Survey Technician

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 2

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Survey CAD Technician to join our team in a full‑time on‑site role.

The candidate will process field data, create survey drawings, and develop 3D models using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and InRoads/OpenRoads. The ideal applicant has extensive CAD and land surveying experience, GDOT standards knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with project managers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CAD and survey software experience.
• 5+ years of land surveying experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of field and office surveying experience, with hands-on AutoCAD.
• Experience with GDOT standards and processes.
• At least 1 year of experience using MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Process daily field survey data using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD to create high-quality survey drawings.
• Develop 3D digital terrain models from field data for engineering design using InRoads/OpenRoads or similar software.
• Draft and design for various land surveying projects while adhering to CAD standards, including compliance with GDOT requirements.
• Collaborate closely with a team of designers and project managers to deliver accurate and efficient results.
• Ensure field crews collect the necessary data by maintaining strong communication and coordination.
• Prepare and compile detailed information for plans, as-builts, and final plats.
• Revise and refine plats and drawings based on feedback and red-line comments from supervisors.
• Assist in preparing preliminary layouts, specifications, and documentation for survey projects.
• Conduct basic surveys, such as closings, foundations, and elevation certificates.
• Occasionally assist in the field to verify drawings against actual conditions and advance toward professional certification.
• Maintain accuracy by checking calculations, plats, and worksheets to ensure all deliverables meet project standards.
• Support office staff, clients, and cross-department teams as required to complete projects successfully.
• Develop technical skills while fostering team growth by sharing knowledge and expertise.

Skills

CAD experience

Land surveying

Field/office surveying

GDOT standards

Education

Associate Degree in Technical Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

Job description

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a Survey CAD Technician to join our team in a full‑time on‑site role.

The candidate will process field data, create survey drawings, and develop 3D models using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and InRoads/OpenRoads. The ideal applicant has extensive CAD and land surveying experience, GDOT standards knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with project managers.