For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services (MGS) framework. As North America's premiere MGS company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Your Impact at SAM
At SAM, you'll play a key role in transforming LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables that power tomorrow's infrastructure. You'll support projects across the country and gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools while learning from experts who are invested in your growth. This is a chance to build advanced technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and take your geospatial career to the next level.
Key Responsibilities
Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products
Classification of LiDAR point clouds
Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds
Compilation of mapping features from orthophotography
Other duties as assigned
What You Bring to SAM
Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team
Strong work ethic, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success
Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite
Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred
Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills
Experience with any of the following is preferred:
CAD
GIS
Orthophotography
LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)
LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred)
Our Perks
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to "Perks at Work" for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms