Survey Senior CAD Technician

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Surveying is a critical component of construction and civil engineering projects. It involves creating precise CAD drawings based on measurements and mapping data to determine land boundaries, topography, easements, and other essential features. Accurate survey drafting ensures projects are designed correctly and safely while supporting regulatory compliance and successful project delivery.

As a Senior CAD Technician on Olsson's Survey team, you will play a key role in the development of survey deliverables for a variety of public and private sector projects. You will leverage your expertise in Civil 3D and survey drafting to prepare accurate, high-quality drawings and documentation that support boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS Land Title, and construction surveying services. Working closely with surveyors, engineers, and project managers, you will help ensure deliverables meet client expectations, project requirements, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain survey drawings and models in Civil 3D for a variety of public and private sector projects.

Prepare survey deliverables including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, plats, legal descriptions, exhibits, boundary surveys, and topographic surveys.

Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with project requirements.

Perform quality control reviews and ensure all survey documents comply with company standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations.

Support the continued growth and efficiency of the survey team by providing technical expertise, improving drafting workflows, and mentoring less experienced CAD staff.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Ability to contribute and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a CAD Technician supporting survey, civil engineering, or related projects.

Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D required.

Demonstrated experience preparing survey deliverables including ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, plats, legal descriptions, exhibits, and boundary and topographic survey documents.

Strong understanding of land surveying principles, practices, terminology, and survey documentation requirements.

Ability to develop and review complex CAD drawings with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Experience collaborating with surveyors, engineers, and project managers throughout all phases of a project.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet project deadlines.

Associate's degree in CAD Drafting or a related field preferred but not required.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

Receive a competitive 401(k) match

Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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