SUE CAD Technician

Accura Engineering; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Career advancement

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a skilled SUE CAD Technician to process survey data, develop precise SUE CAD plans, and ensure GDOT standards compliance. The candidate will collaborate with project managers, field crews, and utilize various CAD tools to deliver accurate, regulator-ready drawings.

Ideal applicants have 2+ years of SUE CAD experience and proficiency in MicroStation, OpenRoads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, with strong map-reading and data interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• 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.
• GDOT project experience is highly preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret maps and technical drawings.
• Understanding of utility systems, layout, and geospatial configurations.
• Ability to interpret and transpose utility records and as-built drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Process raw survey data into CAD-compatible formats.
• Develop precise SUE CAD plans aligned with PDP and EDG.
• Perform QA/QC checks on CAD drawings for accuracy.
• Follow GDOT SUE Deliverable Checklist for compliance.
• Collaborate with SUE Project Manager to meet goals and deadlines.
• Coordinate with project managers and field crews for updates and issue resolution.
• Verify utility locations with field crews and reconcile data discrepancies.
• Identify CAD workflow improvements and efficiency opportunities.
• Support related tasks to assist project goals and client needs.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MicroStation v8i

OpenRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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.
• 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