Survey CAD Technician

Professional Engineering Consultants Corporation - Topeka, KS

Full-time - Mid Level

Topeka, KS

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Survey CAD Technician plays a crucial role in the engineering team by utilizing advanced drafting tools and software to create and manage survey drawings and project information. This position requires collaboration with field surveyors, design engineers, and other CAD technicians to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the preparation of working drawings and project files. The technician is expected to leverage their knowledge of CAD environments and field data processing to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Performs computations by hand and by computer software.
• Uses experience, education, and judgment to make informed decisions.
• Retains knowledge and builds on previous experiences to increase capabilities.
• Organizes multiple tasks and completes them in an orderly fashion.
• Effectively communicates and coordinates with Team Leads, Survey Crew Chiefs, other Survey CAD Technicians, Design Engineers, and PEC team members.
• Checks drawings for accuracy and may supervise other CAD Technicians as needed.
• Prepares working and final drawings.
• Produces clear and concise survey drawings using company standards.
• Organizes project files and drawing files for accessibility and understanding.
• Works with the Survey Division to review and create standards and helps implement them.
• Researches and understands historical survey data and its relevance.
• Understands design plans and develops construction staking plans in XYZ format.
• Works closely with the construction staking crew chief.
• Understands budget constraints and keeps the Team Lead/PM informed of workload.
• Meets and understands critical deadlines through efficient time management.

Requirements

• Extensive experience with Autodesk Platform including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and integration of other survey software into the Autodesk environment.
• Experience with Micro Station, Geopak, InRoads, and familiarity with KDOT preferred but not required.
• Understanding of the Public Land Survey System, ALTA Surveys, Utility Mapping, Property Descriptions, Easement Exhibits, Right-of-Ways, and other Cadastral Survey protocol.
• Ability to read and understand survey drawings from both internal and external sources along with job specifications.
• Strong computer skills including proficient knowledge in Windows/Microsoft software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with KDOT standards and practices.