Senior Survey CAD Technician

Pennoni is hiring for a Senior Survey CAD Technician to join their Surveying team in Princeton, NJ.

About the role

The ideal candidate is already positioned to obtain their Surveying License and will utilize this Survey CAD Tech opportunity to grow into leadership roles within this department in the future!

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare mapping projects to achieve company goals (including profitability, safety, quality, and operational excellence).
• Perform survey computations and quality checks (QA/QC) on work performed prior to review by the signing Professional / Surveyor.
• Interpret design drawings and other relevant data for field / office usage for what’s needed to complete the task per contractual agreement.
• Conduct / prepare Boundary, Alta, Existing conditions/topographic surveys, Minor and Prelim/final Major Subdivision plans (includes review of zoning data).
• Prepare construction stakeout, plot plans, final and as-built surveys.
• Cook up with field crews and other Technicians that may be assisting on assigned project(s).
• Perform additional research to complete tasks (when needed).
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Aid with cost estimates for proposals.

Basic Requirements

• A High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• 4+ years of professional experience working in Field / Land Surveying, Civil Design, and/or Civil Drafting.
• A Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training in Land Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field of study; Associate’s degree (or higher) is a plus!
• Relevant credentials (e.g.: NSPS CST, LSIT, or PLS); FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot’s License is a plus!
• Proven expertise working in Land Surveying, preferably with a mix of field and office-based tasks; expertise with modern surveying methods & best practices is preferred.
• Proficiency with engineering / CADD tools; experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley MicroStation is strongly preferred!
• Experience with survey-specific & point cloud processing software tools; experience with Trimble Business Center [TBC], Leica Infinity, Cyclone Core / 3DR / Register 360, CloudWorx, and/or Carlson Survey is a plus!
• Experience with Laser Scanning processing & registration is a plus!
• Proficiency with related technologies / equipment (e.g.: Robotic Total Stations, Leica RTC and P50 Laser Scanners, Leica Geosystems 3DLS Equipment / software, GPS, etc.).
• Proven knowledge of the State Plane Coordinate System and Grid to Ground conversions.
• Proven ability to utilize technical mathematics (especially with Geometry and Trigonometry); proven competence with geospatial data analysis and other survey-related calculations is plus!
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Excel).
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

Target Salary Range

$40 - $55 (per hour)

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical/Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We're all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!