Survey Cad Technician

ZipRecruiter; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CAD Specialist to support land surveying projects. In this role, you will utilize your CAD expertise to develop and optimize drawings for various surveys, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your attention to detail and collaboration with surveyors will be crucial for project success. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and flexible scheduling. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career development in the engineering field.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant drafting experience required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and knowledge of land surveying principles.

Responsibilities

• Process field data into CAD drawings for land surveying projects.
• Ensure CAD drawings adhere to standards and perform quality checks.

Skills

CAD Design

Data Collection

Quality Control

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Land Surveying Principles

Education

Associates degree in Drafting and Design

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Microstation

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Egis U.S. is a leading provider of engineering, construction and technical services for public agencies and private sector companies around the United States. The Company offers a broad range of planning, engineering design, environmental, construction observation, program and construction management and a wide range of specialized technical services for the U.S. federal government, state and local government agencies. We provide services for transportation, bridges, site development, environmental services, water/wastewater engineering and right of way engineering and services.

THIS OPPORTUNITY:

As a CAD Specialist specializing in land surveying work at Egis U.S., you will play a crucial role in supporting our land surveyors and field crew teams to develop, modify, and optimize CAD drawings for various ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Location Control Route Surveys, Topographic Surveys, R/W staking and various other road, bridge and water resources projects. Your attention to detail, technical proficiency, and knowledge of land surveying principles will be essential in contributing to the success of our projects.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• CAD Design: Process field collected data into CAD drawings related to various land surveying projects.
• Data Collection: Collaborate with project managers and land surveyors to gather and organize project data, specifications, and other requirements to ensure accurate CAD representation.
• Drafting Standards: Ensure that all CAD drawings adhere to company drafting standards, industry best practices, and relevant regulations.
• Quality Control: Review and perform quality checks on CAD drawings to identify and rectify errors or inconsistencies, maintaining high-quality standards.
• Software Expertise: Stay up-to-date with the latest CAD software and technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with land surveyors and other specialists to ensure seamless integration of CAD drawings with project goals and objectives.
• Compliance: Ensure that all CAD work complies with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant drafting experience.
• Associates degree in Drafting and Design, will consider experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D 2018 through 2023. Specifically, the ability to process and manipulate field collected data, create digital terrain models (3D surfaces with contours) and produce topographic drawings for use in road and bridge design.
• Proficiency in Microstation products (InRoads, Microstation, Open Roads Designer). This is not a requirement but training for these products will be available.
• Experience in courthouse research including collecting copies of deeds and surveys.
• Strong knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
• Experience in drafting for land surveying projects is highly desirable.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• The ability to learn on the job.

WHY JOIN EGIS?

• Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4% company match.
• Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.
• Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered.
• Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.
• Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.

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