Survey Cad Technician

Actalent; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Actalent seeks a Survey CAD Technician for our Columbus, OH office. You will prepare survey drawings, plats, boundary exhibits, and topographic maps using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, supporting engineers and project teams.

The role involves processing field data, drafting ALTA and boundary surveys, and ensuring deliverables meet client standards. On-site work with growth opportunities and performance-based reviews are offered.

Formación

• HS diploma is required.
• A degree in surveying, civil engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Desire to learn and grow a career within land surveying.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with preparing survey drawings and exhibits using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Draft boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, and construction staking plans.
• Process field survey data from survey crews, GPS, and total stations.
• Create survey plats, right-of-way exhibits, as-built drawings, and record drawings.
• Review survey notes, deeds, plats and other project documents; maintain electronic files and databases.
• Coordinate with survey crews and project managers for accuracy of deliverables.
• Perform quality checks on drawings and survey calculations.
• Support project teams to meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Learn industry standards, survey methodologies, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Conocimientos

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Educación

HS diploma

Degree in survey or civil engineering (plus)

Descripción del empleo

Job Title

Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Survey CAD Technician to join our team in our Columbus office. The ideal candidate will assist in preparing survey drawings, plats, boundary exhibits, topographic maps, and construction documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a team providing complex engineering services that deliver value to our clients, fostering individual creativity, collaborative interaction, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing survey drawings and exhibits using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Draft boundary surveys, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, and construction staking plans.
• Process and incorporate field survey data collected by survey crews, GPS equipment, and total stations.
• Create survey plats, right-of-way exhibits, as-built drawings, and record drawings.
• Review survey notes, sketches, deeds, plats, and other project documentation, and maintain electronic project files and survey databases.
• Coordinate with survey crews and project managers to ensure accuracy and completeness of deliverables.
• Perform quality checks on drawings and survey calculations.
• Support project teams in meeting deadlines and client expectations.
• Learn industry standards, survey methodologies, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D.
• Survey CAD experience is advantageous.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in survey, civil engineering, or related field is a plus.
• High school diploma is required.
• Desire to learn and grow a career within land surveying.

Work Environment

The role is primarily office-based with occasional site visits. The work environment is supportive, offering one-on-one training with licensed engineers. The company conducts annual performance reviews that may lead to pay increases and bonuses. Internal promotion is prioritized within the survey group.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.