Senior Topobathymetric Lidar Technician

Gdbgeospatial; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

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Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking an experienced Topobathymetric Lidar editor to support point cloud editing, processing, and deliverables across hydrographic, coastal, riverine, and inland water mapping projects. The role includes developing scalable workflows, mentoring staff, and leading project execution within the production team.

You will evaluate software, establish quality standards, and drive efficiency and data quality across a growing lidar program while coordinating with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience processing and analyzing topographic and/or topobathymetric lidar datasets.
• Understanding of topobathymetric lidar principles.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Geography, GIS, or related field.
• Proficient in geospatial software such as ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap, Geocue LP360, Global Mapper, Bentley Microstation, and Terrasolid suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Process and classify topobathymetric lidar data; perform point cloud editing, quality control, and feature extraction for both terrestrial and submerged environments.
• Review and validate bathymetric returns, water surface classifications, and bottom detection outputs to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Generate and deliver lidar-derived products including classified point clouds, DEMs, contours, breaklines, and hydrographic surfaces.
• Conduct QA/QC checks throughout the production lifecycle and document findings.
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard operating procedures for topobathymetric lidar processing and production.
• Evaluate new software, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency, consistency, and data quality across projects.
• Identify opportunities for workflow automation and process optimization to increase throughput and reduce manual effort.
• Deliver internal training on lidar processing workflows, software tools, classification standards, and best practices.
• Coordinate with project management and team members to ensure project requirements and schedules are met.

Skills

Lidar processing

Topobathymetric lidar

Geospatial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geography or GIS

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcMap

LP360 (Geocue)

Global Mapper

MicroStation

Terrasolid

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking an experienced Topobathymetric Lidar editor to support point cloud editing, processing, and deliverables across hydrographic, coastal, riverine, and inland water mapping projects. The role includes developing scalable workflows, mentoring staff, and leading project execution within the production team.

You will evaluate software, establish quality standards, and drive efficiency and data quality across a growing lidar program while coordinating with