Survey CAD Technician (LS Survey Specialist 2)

Atlas Technical Consultants; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Atlas Technical Consultants in Tacoma, WA seeks a survey CAD technician to deliver surveying and geomatics projects using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation. You’ll work with field crews to produce accurate drawings and calculations for roadways, bridges, drainage and utilities.

The ideal candidate has four+ years in survey CAD/geomatics, experience with LiDAR and drone-based mapping, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Four years of professional survey CAD/geomatics experience.
• Experience preparing survey drawings and deliverables with Civil 3D/AutoCAD.
• Ability to interpret field notes and survey data.
• Familiarity with LiDAR, photogrammetry and drone-based mapping.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain survey drawings, maps and exhibits using AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MicroStation.
• Reduce field notes, integrate findings, and perform quality reviews before deliverables.
• Support boundary research, retracement and project design reviews.
• Process GPS, total stations, levels, drones and LiDAR data.
• Prepare calculations for construction staking and utility projects.
• Coordinate with field crews and project managers to deliver accurate work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Land Surveyor-in-Training credential (helpful)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Leica software

Cyclone

CloudWorx

3DR

Job description

• Compensation: $30.29 - $57.69 hourly rate
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated survey CAD Technician to deliver a wide range of surveying and geomatics projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical background in modern and conventional survey methods, including LiDAR, photogrammetry, GPS/TPS, and drone-based mapping. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, innovative surveying solutions.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate survey drawings, topographic maps, exhibits, calculations, and project deliverables using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroStation.
• Reduce field notes and survey data, integrate findings into drawings, and complete quality reviews before deliverables are issued.
• Support boundary research, retracement, survey calculations, mapping, and project design reviews.
• Process and register data collected through GPS, total stations, levels, drones, aerial imagery, and ground-based LiDAR scanning.
• Prepare calculations and technical documentation for construction staking, monitoring, roadway, bridge, drainage, retaining wall, and utility projects.
• Coordinate with field crews, project managers, and technical team members to resolve data questions and deliver safe, accurate, and timely work.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• At least four years of professional survey CAD, geomatics, mapping, or closely related experience.
• Practical experience using Civil 3D and AutoCAD to prepare survey drawings and technical deliverables.
• Experience interpreting field notes, survey data, design plans, and construction information.
• Familiarity with MicroStation, InRoads or OpenRoads, Star*Net, Leica software, Cyclone, CloudWorx, 3DR, or comparable tools.
• An understanding of conventional and modern survey methods, including GPS, total stations, levels, LiDAR, photogrammetry, or drone-based mapping.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to quality control, documentation, and safe work.
• The ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with field and office-based project teams.
• A Land Surveyor-in-Training credential is helpful but not required. Relevant experience and demonstrated technical capability are valued.

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.