Survey Technician

Westwood-Professional-Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Survey Technician to support Professional Surveyors with CAD production, survey research, boundary analysis, and exhibit preparation.

You will assist in legal description preparation and survey computations while coordinating with field crews. Responsibilities include processing field data in Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D, performing QA/QC checks, and ensuring project teams stay aligned with company standards.

Qualifications

• Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of ALTA surveys, boundary analysis, topographic surveys, exhibits and legal descriptions.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD Civil 3D for production.
• Experience coordinating with field crews and other design services.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist Professional Surveyors with CAD production and survey computations.
• Process raw field data in Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D.
• Perform QA/QC checks.
• Coordinate with field crews and office staff.
• Uphold company values and professional conduct.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

CAD production

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Surveying or related field

SIT or CST Certification (or ability to become)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician to join our team. This position will assist Professional Surveyors with CAD production, survey research, boundary analysis, exhibit preparation, legal description preparation, and survey computations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting Professional Surveyors with CAD production, survey research, boundary analysis, exhibit preparation, legal description preparation, and survey computations
• Processing of raw field data through Trimble Business Center and Civil 3D
• Perform QA/QC checks
• Coordinate and work with field crews and other office staff
• Ensures division, regional, and company values, policies and practices are consistently followed within the survey service
• Lead by example – display solid judgment, good values, trust, honesty, openness, and professionalism

Required Experience

• Strong listening, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of ALTA surveys, boundary analysis, topographic surveys, preparation of exhibits and legal descriptions, plat preparation, and field crew prep.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD Civil 3D for production activities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, support project coordination, and interact with other design services.
• Full use of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment that is in growth mode.

Preferred Experience

• An Associate Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology, or related area of study
• SIT or CST Certification or ability to become a Professional Surveyor
• Experience drafting Wind, Solar, and Power Delivery projects
• Coordinating activities with office personnel, including surveying technicians and engineering staff
• Field experience searching for/recovering land survey monuments
• Ability to travel and remain on a project site or other Westwood office for extended periods (must have the capability of self-funding the total amount of expenses until reimbursement can be disbursed)
• Ability to utilize survey field equipment

About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)

At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.

Join us in creating a better world.

In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.