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Survey CAD Technician
Job Description
As a Survey CAD Technician, you will be responsible for drafting boundary, topographic, ALTA Surveys land title, and construction survey plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D. You will process and manage field data collected via GPS and total station equipment, coordinating with field crews, project managers, and engineers to ensure accurate data workflows. Additionally, you will conduct deed and map research to support boundary resolution, maintain organized drawing files, and contribute to drafting standards. Writing metes and bounds descriptions, developing and refining CAD procedures and file management systems, and occasionally supporting field crews with data collection are also key aspects of this role.
Responsibilities
- Draft boundary, topographic, ALTA Surveys land title, and construction survey plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Process and manage field data collected via GPS and total station equipment.
- Coordinate with field crews, project managers, and engineers to ensure accurate data workflows.
- Conduct deed and map research to support boundary resolution.
- Maintain organized drawing files and contribute to drafting standards.
- Write metes and bounds descriptions.
- Assist in developing and refining CAD procedures and file management systems.
- Occasionally support field crews with data collection, if needed.
Essential Skills
- 3-6 years of experience working in the survey industry.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD design.
- Experience preparing Topographic, Boundary, and ALTA Surveys.
- Familiarity with Civil 3D and boundary survey software.
- Knowledge of surveying and land surveying principles.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $800000.00/yr.
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Edison,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $70,000 - $800,000