Survey Drafter

Actalent; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Health

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spendi

Job summary

Actalent in Darby, PA is seeking a Survey Drafter / Survey CAD Technician who combines field surveying in the Philadelphia area with office drafting. You will collect precise measurements using Trimble gear and produce survey drawings in AutoCAD.

This role supports civil engineering, land development, and topographic projects; it requires strong drafting skills, experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and the ability to travel between sites with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of survey drafting experience.
• Proficiency with Trimble or similar survey equipment.
• Strong drafting experience using AutoCAD.
• Experience with Civil 3D or similar civil engineering CAD tools.
• Experience with land surveying and land development projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveying in the Philadelphia area, collecting accurate measurements and survey data using Trimble or similar survey equipment.
• Document survey findings in the field, including measurements, site conditions, and relevant topographic and boundary information.
• Return to the office and convert field survey data into detailed CAD drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D or similar civil design tools.
• Prepare topographic surveys, land surveys, and related drawings to support civil engineering and land development projects.
• Interpret and apply civil engineering and land surveying principles to produce clear, precise, and compliant survey drawings.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, survey technicians, and other team members to ensure survey and design information is accurate and complete.
• Review, verify, and update survey CAD files to reflect as-built conditions and design changes as needed.
• Maintain organized digital and paper records of survey data, drawings, and project documentation.
• Operate survey instruments and CAD software safely and efficiently, following established procedures and industry standards.
• Travel to various project sites as required and drive between field locations and the office using a valid driver's license.

Skills

Survey drafting

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Field surveying

Attention to detail

Tools

Trimble equipment

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Survey Drafter / Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

This role combines field surveying in the Philadelphia area with office-based drafting work. The Survey Drafter / Survey CAD Technician collects precise measurements and survey data in the field using Trimble or similar equipment, then returns to the office to produce accurate survey drawings and documentation in AutoCAD. The position supports a variety of civil engineering, land development, and topographic survey projects and requires strong technical drafting skills and field surveying experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveying in the Philadelphia area, collecting accurate measurements and survey data using Trimble or similar survey equipment.
• Document survey findings in the field, including measurements, site conditions, and relevant topographic and boundary information.
• Return to the office and convert field survey data into detailed CAD drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D or similar civil design tools.
• Prepare topographic surveys, land surveys, and related drawings to support civil engineering and land development projects.
• Interpret and apply civil engineering and land surveying principles to produce clear, precise, and compliant survey drawings.
• Collaborate with civil engineers, survey technicians, and other team members to ensure survey and design information is accurate and complete.
• Review, verify, and update survey CAD files to reflect as-built conditions and design changes as needed.
• Maintain organized digital and paper records of survey data, drawings, and project documentation.
• Operate survey instruments and CAD software safely and efficiently, following established procedures and industry standards.
• Travel to various project sites as required and drive between field locations and the office using a valid driver's license.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of survey drafting experience.
• Hands-on experience conducting survey work in the Philadelphia area.
• Proficiency with Trimble or similar survey equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to field sites.
• Strong drafting experience using AutoCAD.
• Experience with Civil 3D or similar civil engineering CAD tools.
• Working knowledge of civil engineering and land surveying concepts.
• Ability to perform topographic surveys and prepare topographic survey drawings.
• Experience with land surveying and land development projects.
• Proficiency in creating and editing survey CAD drawings with high accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in civil engineering, civil design, or a related technical field.
• Experience working as a survey technician or survey CAD technician.
• Familiarity with topography, land survey practices, and survey design standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering plans, survey notes, and design specifications.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple survey and drafting tasks simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and project team members.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office of approximately 20 people, offering a collaborative and professional environment. Work is split between field assignments in the Philadelphia area and office-based drafting tasks. In the field, you will use Trimble or similar survey equipment to collect data; in the office, you will primarily work with AutoCAD and civil engineering CAD tools to produce survey drawings. The role requires regular driving between the office and project sites using a valid driver's license. The environment supports a mix of fieldwork and desk-based CAD work, providing exposure to a variety of civil engineering, land development, and topographic survey projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Darby, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $33.65/hr.

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 Spendi