What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Reality Capture Specialist position at SAEC Kinetic Vision Inc?
Overview
Reality capture translates physical environments into high-fidelity digital representations, enabling data-driven decisions across design, construction, and operations.
As an Associate Reality Capture Specialist, you will support end-to-end 3D documentation from on-site data collection through point cloud deliverables. You will work with the project team to capture, organize, and QA data, support processing, and deliver a strong client experience in the field.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand project scope, objectives, and site constraints
- Prepare travel and equipment; arrive on-site ready to execute
- Participate in client walkthroughs to confirm scope, access, and conditions
- Capture scan, photo, and video data to meet scope and quality standards
- Organize, document, and transfer datasets to ensure completeness and traceability
- Support registration, QA/QC, and basic post-processing
- Coordinate with the team and provide professional on-site client support
Success in This Role (First 90 Days)
- Run field capture days safely and efficiently with minimal supervision
- Deliver complete, well-organized datasets that meet naming, storage, and transfer standards
- Identify data gaps early and support registration and QA/QC workflows
- Communicate clearly with clients and the project team and follow through on actions
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience with 3D laser scanning, LiDAR, and point cloud workflows
- Exposure to a wide range of sites and project types
- A growth path into advanced technical or project leadership roles
Position Requirements
- Education Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, Geomatics, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
- Experience 0–3 years of experience with survey equipment (TLS or SLAM) a plus Internship and hands-on field experience are a plus
- Travel 75% travel required
Skills and Qualifications
- Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and safety
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage time across travel and field work
- Comfortable working with large datasets and technical workflows
- Clear, professional communication with clients and internal teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with IVION and Prevu3D a plus
- Familiarity with FARO Scene, Leica Cyclone, or similar tools; basic LiDAR/coordinate system concepts
Behavior and Mindset
- Customer-focused with a professional demeanor
- Reliable, adaptable, and accountable
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Work Environment
- Frequent travel to industrial and commercial client sites
- Highly flexible and open to working a variety of shifts, including nights, weekends, and changing schedules
- Ability to walk active job sites, navigate varying terrain, and lift/carry equipment (up to ~50 lbs)
- Willingness to work in varying weather and site conditions while following safety requirements
Why Kinetic Vision
At Kinetic Vision, we combine engineering, technology, and execution to solve complex client challenges. You’ll join a team that values clarity, ownership, and high-quality work,
along with the support to build new skills quickly and contribute meaningful results from day one.