Survey CAD Tech

KFM Engineering & Design | An HFW Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical insurance

401(k) plan with match

Generous PTO and company holidays

Opportunities for career advancement

Company events participation

Job summary

KFM Engineering & Design, based in Dallas, is seeking a full-time Survey CAD Technician to support various survey processes across Texas. Responsibilities include property research, drafting technical plans, and ensuring high-quality project deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience with AutoCAD and be familiar with Civil 3D and LiDAR technologies. The position offers competitive perks, including 100% company-paid medical insurance and a matching 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in AutoCAD focusing on land surveying.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed for projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the field-to-finish survey process.
• Draft technical plans, 2D/3D models, using Civil 3D.
• Prepare field crews and conduct survey computations.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Surveying

LiDAR technologies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Job description

About the Role

Join KFM Engineering & Design as a full‑time, on‑site Survey CAD Technician. In this role, you will support the field‑to‑finish survey process and assist with a variety of commercial and development projects across Texas, including boundary surveys, as‑built utilizing terrestrial scanning, and site development projects.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include property research, field crew preparation, survey computations, and drafting technical plans, 2D/3D models, and construction documents using Civil3D. You will work closely with survey crews, engineers, and project managers to deliver accurate, high‑quality project deliverables.

• Provide accurate maps and information to field crews based on specific requirements and scope of each project.
• Interpret and analyze survey‑related materials such as deeds, plats, and title commitments to ensure precise and reliable data.
• Maintain effective communication with team members and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and consistency across all projects.
• Utilize survey line coding techniques to aid in drafting efficiently.
• Use Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center software for drafting, processing, and data analysis (experience with these platforms preferred).
• Integrate and apply data gathered from aerial and terrestrial LiDAR technologies to enhance survey accuracy and efficiency (familiarity with LiDAR systems preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with AutoCAD in land surveying and engineering.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule outside of standard weekday business hours, as needed to meet project deadlines and business needs.

Perks

• 100% company‑paid medical insurance and long/short‑term disability coverage for employees.
• 401(k) plan with a dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 6%.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
• Opportunities to participate in company events.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.