Senior PLS-CADD Technician

Who We Are

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

SAM is looking for a manager or technical processing lead for Method 1 model creation, QC, and training. The applicant should be thoroughly familiar with PLS-CADD software and creating method 1 models from beginning to end using LiDAR point cloud data in PLS-CADD. This includes but it not limited to structure staking and catenary stringing while utilizing current load (amps) and meteorological data. The candidate should also have a deep understanding on how to run encroachment analysis and batch thermal calculations using different weather scenarios to analyze for max swag, max sway, fall in, grow in, etc.

• Management or daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products primarily within the electric utility market.
• Management or classification of LiDAR point clouds.
• Management or compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You Bring to SAM

• Strong PLS-CADD experience in the Electric Utility market, specifically with method 1 modeling, batch thermal calculations, etc.
• Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team.
• Strong work ethic and work history, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success.
• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
• Microstation and/or TerraSolid (highly preferred)
• LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
• GIS
• Excel
• Orthophotography
• CAD
• Engineering degree or drafting background is preferred.
• For Management position, management or leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills.
  

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision Dental plans 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, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, 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 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
  
  

EEO

SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.