Senior Survey CAD Technician — 3D Terrain & Field Drafting

Accura Engineering; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a skilled Survey CAD Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in land surveying and CAD design, with proficiency in survey software and tools.

The role involves processing field data, creating CAD drawings, and developing 3D terrain models using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and InRoads/OpenRoads. You will collaborate with designers and project managers, ensure data quality, and maintain CAD standards including GDOT requirements.

Qualifications

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

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 with designers and project managers to deliver accurate and efficient results.
• Ensure field crews collect data by maintaining strong communication and coordination.
• Prepare and compile detailed information for plans, as-builts, and final plats.
• Revise plats and drawings based on supervisor feedback and redlines.
• 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 conditions and progress toward certification.
• Maintain accuracy by checking calculations, plats, and worksheets to meet project standards.
• Support office staff, clients, and cross-department teams to complete projects.

Skills

CAD drafting

Survey data processing

MicroStation

AutoCAD

OpenRoads/InRoads

GDOT standards

Field surveying

Education

Associate Degree in Technical Drafting or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

InRoads/OpenRoads

Job description

Accura Engineering is seeking a skilled Survey CAD Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in land surveying and CAD design, with proficiency in survey software and tools.

The role involves processing field data, creating CAD drawings, and developing 3D terrain models using MicroStation, AutoCAD, and InRoads/OpenRoads. You will collaborate with designers and project managers, ensure data quality, and maintain CAD standards including GDOT requirements.