Technician, SUE

CobbFendley Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Holiday time

Community engagement

Job summary

CobbFendley Inc. in Austin seeks an experienced SUE Technician to support subsurface utility engineering projects. You will produce plan/profile drawings, interpret survey notes, and prepare base drawings in a hybrid office setting.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency with MicroStation, InRoads, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, adherence to QA/QC standards, and collaboration with project teams to ensure accurate, compliant deliverables.

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD drafting and plan/profile drawings.
• Ability to interpret survey notes and civil plans.
• Familiarity with utility symbols and base drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan Production — support PMs with technical design tasks and generate drawings.
• QA/QC — apply procedures and ensure compliance with standards.
• Communication — collaborate with supervisors and staff on drafting practices.
• Training — develop skills interpreting survey data and utility records.
• Client/internal satisfaction — meet client standards and project guidelines.
• Technical — provide CAD support for Subsurface Utility Engineering projects using MicroStation, InRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Skills

CAD drafting

Interpreting survey data

Tools

MicroStation

InRoads

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

CobbFendley has provided engineering and surveying solutions since 1980, focusing on multi-discipline approaches, client communication, and delivering exceptional service. The firm seeks talented professionals to join and contribute to its mission.

Join Our Block and advance your career at CobbFendley. The firm offers programs and benefits to support new hires, development, compensation, paid parental leave, holiday time, and community engagement.

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced SUE Technician in our Austin office.

Responsibilities

• Plan Production — Work independently to support Project Managers, Project Engineers and Designers with technical design tasks; use engineering and drafting software to generate plan and profile drawings, cross-sections, and underground utilities from survey files and/or record drawings; complete redline markups and incorporate review comments with minimal supervision; prepare intermediate drawings, cost estimates, bills of materials, and required documents for construction and maintenance projects; interpret survey notes, utility records, and civil plans to create accurate base drawings; perform standard calculations (elevations, grades, utility dimensions, material quantities); support collection of field data or utility record information as needed.
• Compliance + Quality — Apply and follow QA/QC procedures; identify and correct potential errors or inconsistencies; maintain compliance with company standards and safety requirements.
• Communication + Collaboration — Collaborate with supervisors, project managers, mentors, and internal staff to complete assignments; serve as a resource on drafting practices and procedures.
• Training, Learning + Advancement — Develop skills in interpreting survey data, utility records, and engineering plans.
• Client + Internal Satisfaction — Work with internal clients daily, problem-solve and escalate as needed; apply client standards, guidelines, specifications, and industry practices in layouts.
• Technical — Provide CAD support for Subsurface Utility Engineering projects; understand civil engineering and utility symbols for plan & profile drawings in public rights-of-way; demonstrate functional knowledge of MicroStation, InRoads, AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software; interpret utility records and civil plans to prepare base drawings; create plans and profile drawings for utilities; perform data entry and maintenance for GIS databases; work with rough sketches and engineering data to develop final construction drawings; understand and work with survey notes and utility record drawings; plot plan & profile drawings including cross-sections and related features; collect field or utility data as needed; calculate project utility dimensions, grades, elevations, sizes, and material quantities.

Company Characteristics

• We Collaborate — Professional attitude with strong communication.
• We Commit — Maintain safe and inclusive work environment with accountability.
• We Build Communities — Fulfill responsibilities with integrity aligned to industry standards.

Requirements

This section describes the environment and expectations for the role, including physical/cognitive requirements and work conditions.

Physical / Cognitive Requirements & Environmental Factors

• Work environment — Office-based with occasional client visits and outdoor observations.
• Seated/Standing — Extended periods of sitting and standing at a workstation.
• Mobility — Movement within office and job sites, including uneven surfaces.
• Neck / Vision — Head movement while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion — Keyboard and mouse use.
• Arm Movement — Handling objects at various heights and positions.
• Data & Cognitive Skills — Attention, comprehension, reasoning, numerical ability, and communication skills.
• Safety & Equipment — Regular PPE use and tool handling; driving as needed.
• Outdoor Conditions — Walking on uneven surfaces, exposure to weather, noise, and allergens; wildlife hazards possible.

Expected Work Hours

• Full-time, generally 40 hours per week; overtime may be required.
• Office hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM CST; lunch break ~1 hour; hours may vary by project workload.

Work Location Flexibility

• Hybrid schedule eligible after training period, as determined by department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. EEO poster resources may be referenced below.

Miscellaneous

• Pre-Employment Screenings: Offers contingent upon drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), background checks, and other verifications as per law.
• External Recruiting Agencies: CobbFendley does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies.
• Work Authorization + Sponsorship: E-Verify participant; no visa sponsorship; applicants should consider work eligibility.
• Applicant Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations available; contact HR for accessibility support.

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