SUE CAD Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled SUE CAD Technician to join our team in Atlanta, GA. You will process survey data and develop precise SUE CAD plans in line with GDOT PDP/EDG, collaborating with project managers and field crews to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of SUE CAD experience, proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and strong map-reading skills to support GDOT projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a SUE CAD Technician.
• Experience processing survey data and developing SUE CAD plans.
• Strong ability to read maps and interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Process raw survey data into CAD-compatible formats.
• Develop precise SUE CAD plans aligned with GDOT PDP and EDG.
• Perform QA/QC checks on CAD drawings for accuracy and standards.
• Follow GDOT SUE Deliverable Checklist for compliance.
• Collaborate with SUE Project Manager to meet goals and deadlines.
• Coordinate with field crews to verify utility locations and resolve data discrepancies.

Skills

CAD Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MicroStation v8i

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Job Title: SUE CAD Technician

Work Location: Atlanta, GA ***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Position Overview: Accura is seeking a skilled SUE CAD Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience processing survey data, developing precise SUE CAD plans, and ensuring compliance with GDOT standards. This role involves close collaboration with project managers, field crews, and requires proficiency in various CAD software.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Process raw survey data from multiple sources into CAD-compatible formats.
• Develop detailed and accurate SUE CAD plans in alignment with GDOT’s Plan Development Process (PDP) and Electronic Data Guidelines (EDG).
• Conduct rigorous QA/QC checks on CAD drawings to ensure accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
• Follow GDOT’s SUE Deliverable Checklist to ensure compliance with regulatory and project standards.
• Work closely with the SUE Project Manager to meet project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers, providing updates and addressing any project-related issues.
• Collaborate with field crews to verify utility locations and resolve discrepancies in data.
• Identify opportunities for improvement within CAD workflows, proposing methods to enhance efficiency.
• Assist in other related tasks as needed to support project goals and client needs.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a SUE CAD Technician.
• Proficiency in MicroStation v8i, OpenRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and other relevant software.
• Experience with GDOT projects is highly preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret maps and technical drawings.
• Comprehensive understanding of utility systems, layout, and geospatial configurations.
• Ability to interpret and transpose utility records and as-built drawing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify