Survey CAD Technician / CAD Operator

Spotlock
  • Somerville, NJ
  • $25–$35 Per Hour
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1 day ago

Job Description

About Us:

We are a small, dynamic civil engineering and land surveying firm with a long history of delivering impactful projects across New Jersey. Our team works collaboratively with clients, developers, and each other to produce high-quality, precise survey and engineering solutions. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to projects that shape the community while working alongside experienced professionals.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Survey CAD Technician to join our technical staff. This role is critical to transforming field survey data into accurate, organized, and professional CAD drawings for a variety of residential, commercial, and municipal projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare boundary, topographic, ALTA, subdivision, and construction survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Translate field-collected survey data into clean, well-organized CAD drawings
  • Collaborate closely with surveyors and engineers to ensure accuracy and consistency
  • Maintain drawing standards and file management procedures
  • Edit and revise plans based on feedback and updated survey data
  • Assist in the preparation of maps, plats, and legal descriptions

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification in drafting or CAD preferred
  • 5+ years of experience in survey drafting using AutoCAD (Civil 3D strongly preferred)
  • Solid understanding of surveying principles, field procedures, and legal mapping requirements
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment
  • Familiarity with GIS and related geospatial software (preferred)
  • Experience with deed plotting, right-of-way mapping, and land development plans (preferred)
  • Ability to research and evaluate zoning requirements for projects

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience – $25-$35/hour
  • Bonus structure commensurate with company and individual performance
  • Health insurance and retirement plan options
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Numbers & Facts

LocationSomerville, NJ
Salary$25–$35 Per Hour

Skills

  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Building Surveyingunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • Civil Engineeringunmatched
  • Construction Drawingsunmatched
  • Data Cleaningunmatched
  • Data Collectionunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • File Managementunmatched
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)unmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Land Developmentunmatched
  • Land Surveyingunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Regulatory Requirementsunmatched
  • Requirements Managementunmatched
  • Research Skillsunmatched
  • Retirement Planunmatched
  • Surveyingunmatched
  • Technical Drawingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Topographyunmatched
  • Zoningunmatched

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