Surveyor-in-Training

Shield Engineering Group; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield Engineering Group is seeking a Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) for a full-time, on-site position in Fort Worth, TX. You will assist licensed surveyors with boundary and topographic surveys, construction staking, and layout for civil projects.

The role emphasizes field data analysis, deeds/plats research, and the creation of survey documents, with mentorship toward licensure and growth in a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of surveying principles, including boundary, topographic, and construction surveying, and an interest in civil engineering applications.
• Experience in Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and/or ArcGIS Pro is preferred.
• Strong math skills (geometry, trigonometry), analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with survey crews, engineers, and project managers.
• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field preferred.
• Interest in pursuing Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) licensure, where applicable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of field data
• Conduct research of deeds, plats, and easements for determining boundaries
• Creation of plats, easements, ALTA/TSPS Land Title Surveys
• Analysis and processing of field work for creation of topographic surveys
• Coordinate with project teams
• Coordinate with field crews
• Learn applicable surveying standards and regulations. This role provides practical experience with opportunities to progress toward professional licensure.

Skills

Boundary surveying

Topographic surveying

Civil engineering applications

Math & geometry

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's/Bachelor's in Surveying

Tools

Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Role Description:

The Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) role is a full-time, on-site position located in Fort Worth. In this role, the SIT will assist the licensed surveyors with the creation of boundary and topographic surveys, construction staking, and layout for civil engineering and land development projects.

Daily responsibilities:

• Analysis of field data
• Conduct research of deeds, plats, and easements for determining boundaries
• Creation of plats, easements, ALTA/TSPS Land Title Surveys
• Analysis and processing of field work for creation of topographic surveys
• Coordinate with project teams
• Coordinate with field crews
• Learn applicable surveying standards and regulations. This role provides practical experience with opportunities to progress toward professional licensure.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of surveying principles, including boundary, topographic, and construction surveying, and an interest in civil engineering applications.
• Experience in Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and/or ArcGIS Pro is preferred.
• Strong math skills (geometry, trigonometry), analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with survey crews, engineers, and project managers.
• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field preferred.
• Interest in pursuing Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) licensure, where applicable.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.