Senior Survey CAD Technician

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Senior Survey CAD Technician to support office and field teams by processing survey data and delivering CAD-based deliverables. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, ensure accuracy, and help improve project efficiency and client satisfaction.

The role requires expertise in surveying standards, data processing, and ALTA/NSPS surveys, with strong technical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.
• Experience processing survey data using Trimble Business Center (TBC).
• Experience preparing plats and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys.
• Strong computer and technical skills.
• Proficiency in technical mathematics including geometry and trigonometry.
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of surveying regulations, professional standards, and quality-control practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure office and field requirements are met.
• Process field data and prepare CAD-based land survey deliverables.
• Perform daily data processing, evaluating accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations and standards.
• Prepare survey plats, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, drawings, legal descriptions, and alignment drawings.
• Perform deed research, deed plotting, boundary calculations, and map checks.
• Conduct initial and final quality-control reviews of field data, plats, drawings, and client deliverables.
• Monitor field crew production and provide technical office support, including crew briefings and debriefings.
• Perform on-site quality checks when needed.
• Train and support field and office staff on survey standards and best practices.
• Help ensure project schedules and productivity goals are met.

Skills

Survey data processing

Attention to detail

Mathematics proficiency

Strong computer skills

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center (TBC)

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Senior Survey CAD Technician

US-PA-Harrisburg

Job ID: 26-8018

# of Openings: 1

Category: Survey

Harrisburg

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI). By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Survey Technician, you will support both office and field teams by processing survey data and preparing final project deliverables. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will perform technical tasks using current technology and help improve project efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate with the Project Manager to ensure office and field requirements are met
• Process field data and prepare CAD-based land survey deliverables
• Perform daily data processing, evaluating accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations and professional standards
• Prepare survey plats, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, drawings, legal descriptions, and alignment drawings
• Perform deed research, deed plotting, boundary calculations, and map checks
• Conduct initial and final quality-control reviews of field data, plats, drawings, and client-specific deliverables
• Monitor field crew production and provide technical office support, including crew briefings and debriefings
• Perform on-site quality checks when needed
• Train and support field and office staff on survey standards and best practices
• Help ensure project schedules and productivity goals are met

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required
• Experience processing survey data using Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• Experience preparing plats and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Proficiency in technical mathematics, including geometry and trigonometry
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of surveying regulations, professional standards, and quality-control practices

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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