Reality Capture 3D Laser Scanning Specialist

About the role

The Reality Capture team at DLR Group is seeking a Reality Capture 3D Laser Scanning Specialist. This role can be based in Dallas Fort Worth, Houston, or Omaha.

Responsibilities

• Perform field 3D laser scanning, registration, processing, and delivery of point cloud data for use by internal project teams and external clients
• Operate a variety of 3D laser scanning and reality capture equipment to accurately and efficiently document existing buildings, sites, and spaces
• Process, align, and integrate point cloud data with BIM/Revit models, performing QA/QC to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Participate in drone capture, photogrammetry processing, and delivery of video, still imagery, and digital models based on project requirements
• Evaluate existing building conditions, construction documents, and project requirements to determine appropriate capture methods and workflows
• Support BIM/Revit modeling and coordinate reality capture deliverables in accordance with project, company, and client standards
• Establish and integrate survey control into reality capture workflows when required
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, designers, and other project teams to define capture requirements, schedules, deliverables, and technical solutions
• Champion reality capture technologies across the firm by identifying opportunities to improve workflows, expand capabilities, and grow reality capture services

Requirements

• College or trade school education in architecture, surveying, construction, or a related AEC field, or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years of professional experience with 3D laser scanning, field capture, registration, and processing of laser scan survey data
• Hands-on experience with laser scanning equipment, including field capture, registration, processing, and delivery of point cloud data
• Professional experience with Autodesk Revit and working knowledge of Navisworks, AutoCAD, ReCap, and other industry-standard BIM/CAD tools
• Experience with point cloud registration and processing software and integrating 3D scan data into BIM/Revit workflows
• Strong understanding of building components, existing conditions documentation, and construction drawings
• Understanding of Level of Accuracy (LOA) and Level of Detail (LOD) standards and their application to reality capture and BIM deliverables
• Able to perform QA/QC of scan data, point clouds, and BIM/scan alignment
• Able to manage multiple projects, project teams, and deadlines concurrently
• Able to travel frequently, both locally and nationally, including overnight and short-term travel

Qualifications

• Eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship

Skills

• Autodesk Revit experience
• Familiarity with Civil 3D, InfraWorks, Autodesk Forma, Dynamo, Esri, or similar technologies
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in advancing technology, improving workflows, and growing reality capture services

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned firm
• Pursues the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050
• Initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment
• Four-day in-office work model with Friday flexibility
• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package

Schedule

Flexible schedule with four days in-office and Friday flexibility