Senior CAD Technician - Survey

ZipRecruiter; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and design firm is seeking a Senior Survey CAD Technician to join their Survey team. This key role involves creating precise CAD drawings and ensuring accurate survey data to support community development. The ideal candidate is collaborative, has substantial CAD experience, and is passionate about contributing positively to infrastructure projects. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including ownership in the company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after your first year.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Excellent 401(k) match

Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Bonus system that rewards performance

Possibility for flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a CAD Technician.
• Familiarity with either AutoCAD or MicroStation programs.
• Basic understanding of land surveying principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify CAD drawings for survey projects.
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers.
• Perform quality checks on drawings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to contribute and work well on a team

Education

Associate's degree in CAD Drafting or related field

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Surveying is a critical component of construction and civil engineering projects. It involves creating precise CAD drawings based on measurements and mapping data to determine land boundaries, topography, and other essential features. Accurate CAD work ensures that projects are designed correctly and safely, not only complying with regulations but also contributing to the development of safe, efficient, and sustainable communities.

As a Senior Survey CAD Technician on our Survey team at Olsson, you will play a crucial role in supporting our survey projects. You will be responsible for creating detailed CAD drawings and designs, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements. Your contributions will help us deliver precise and reliable survey data that supports the development of high-quality solutions, enhancing project accuracy and improving infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and modify CAD drawings for survey projects using MicroStation software
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to understand project requirements and objectives
• Ensure all drawings comply with industry standards and project specifications
• Perform quality checks on drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Assist in the preparation of survey documentation, reports, plats, legal descriptions and exhibits
• Maintain organized survey project files and records

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a CAD Technician
• Familiarity with either AutoCAD or MicroStation programs
• Basic understanding of land surveying principles
• Associate's degree in CAD Drafting or a related field but not required

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Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an , you can learn more about -specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

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