Survey CAD Technician

Lowe Engineers, LLC; Town of Brookhaven (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical, dental and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401K match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee discounts

Complimentary snacks and coffee

Opportunities for volunteering

Job summary

A firm specializing in engineering services is seeking a detail-oriented Survey CAD Technician to support their Survey team by preparing accurate drawings for land development and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have strong CAD skills, an understanding of surveying principles, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include processing field data, developing designs, and collaborating with team members to ensure project success. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in survey drafting or related role preferred.
• Understanding of surveying principles and coordinate systems.
• Experience with GPS data, point clouds, or LiDAR is a plus.
• Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and field data processing.
• Experience with GPS data, point clouds, or LiDAR is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare survey drawings including boundary surveys and topographic surveys.
• Process and draft field data from survey crews using GPS and total station data.
• Develop surfaces, contours, and alignments using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Assist with plat preparation, legal descriptions, and easement exhibits.
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to meet project requirements.
• Maintain drawing standards and quality control of deliverables.
• Organize and manage project files and data within company systems.
• Revise drawings based on redlines and client or team feedback.

Skills

Strong CAD skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GPS data processing

LiDAR (plus)

Job description

Department

Survey

Compensation

Hourly or salary (Exempt or Non-Exempt)

Job Summary

Lowe Engineers is seeking a detail-oriented Survey CAD Technician to support our Survey team in the preparation of accurate and high-quality drawings for a variety of land development and infrastructure projects. This role is essential in transforming field data into precise deliverables that support engineering design and construction. The ideal candidate has strong CAD skills, an understanding of surveying principles, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare survey drawings, including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and construction stakeout exhibits
• Process and draft field data collected from survey crews, including GPS and total station data
• Develop surfaces, contours, and alignments using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Assist with plat preparation, legal descriptions, and easement exhibits
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to meet project requirements
• Maintain drawing standards and ensure accuracy and quality control of deliverables
• Organize and manage project files and data within company systems
• Revise drawings based on redlines and client or team feedback

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in survey drafting or related role preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D required
• Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and field data processing
• Experience with GPS data, point clouds, or LiDAR is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys and subdivision plats
• Familiarity with data collectors and survey field equipment workflows
• Basic knowledge of GIS applications is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Demands

Sit for extended periods, frequently stand and walk; have manual dexterity and eye‑hand coordination needed to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, and topographic surveying equipment; have corrected vision to review plans and specifications and perform other essential functions of the job.

Environmental Factors

Works indoors and out‑of‑doors year round. Works around traffic and automobile fumes. Incumbents may be subjected to dusts, fumes, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

Compensation, Benefits & Growth

We offer competitive compensation, with salary determined based on each candidate’s skills and experience. At Lowe, we want team members to feel supported both professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salaries
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans available.
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% employer‑paid Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability coverage
• Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance
• 401K match
• Work/Life balance to include paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Individualized training and mentor programs
• Professional development including certification and testing
• Professional membership support
• Employee Discounts to include Verizon, AT&T, and many others
• Complimentary coffee bar, office snacks, free food and fun‑themed employee events
• Endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers. Past events include Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross Blood Drives, Brookhaven stream cleanup & multiple types of STEM outreach events at grade schools as well as colleges and universities.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.