Topographic LiDAR Processing Technician (TopoDOT/AutoCAD)

Thomas & Hutton; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k)

Dental, vision, health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a detail-oriented LiDAR Processing Technician in Greenville, SC to support surveying and geospatial teams. You will transform raw point cloud data into deliverables using TopoDOT and AutoCAD, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. Collaboration with field crews and project managers is essential.

The role emphasizes processing workflows, QC checks, and developing best practices to enhance LiDAR deliverables and data quality in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in TopoDOT for LiDAR processing and feature extraction.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and datums.
• Experience working with point clouds from mobile or aerial LiDAR systems.
• Ability to interpret survey control, field notes, and project specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point cloud data using TopoDOT.
• Generate survey-grade deliverables including topographic surfaces and contours, breaklines, features, and planimetric mapping.
• Draft and edit drawings in AutoCAD in accordance with standards.
• Perform QC checks for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with surveyors, project managers, and field crews to clarify data requirements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage large datasets efficiently while meeting project schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Assist in developing and improving LiDAR processing workflows and best practices.

Skills

TopoDOT

AutoCAD

surveying principles

coordinate systems

datums

point clouds

data interpretation

attention to detail

communication

Tools

TopoDOT

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a detail-oriented LiDAR Processing Technician in Greenville, SC to support surveying and geospatial teams. You will transform raw point cloud data into deliverables using TopoDOT and AutoCAD, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. Collaboration with field crews and project managers is essential.

The role emphasizes processing workflows, QC checks, and developing best practices to enhance LiDAR deliverables and data quality in daily operations.