Survey Computer Aided Design Drafter

Job Description

Job Title: Survey CAD Drafter

Location: Edison, NJ (In-Office)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Survey CAD Drafter to join Clients team in Edison, NJ. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D within a surveying and/or construction environment and a solid technical background. This role requires the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, designers, survey technicians, and project managers to produce high-quality survey drawings and plans that meet company and industry standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging survey projects.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Requirements:

• Must be able to commute to office in Edison, NJ.
• Must have experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D in a surveying and/or construction environment.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare preliminary layouts and detailed design drawings from engineering notes, sketches, and other reference materials, ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable codes.
• Prepare ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Location Surveys, Utility Surveys, Roadway Topographic Surveys, Subdivision/Lot Consolidation Plans, and As-Built Surveys.
• Perform calculations of survey points for construction layout purposes.
• Prepare construction cut sheets.
• Create survey plans from field crew data collector files (points), field sketches, digital photographs, and reference maps.
• Generate surfaces using 3D polylines and point data within Civil 3D.
• Research and obtain applicable standards and codes required by clients, municipalities, and counties through coordination with project managers, survey technicians, and administrative staff.
• Coordinate project requirements with team members and assist in completing required tasks to meet deadlines.
• Work closely with Engineers, Designers, and other Drafters to ensure coordinated design efforts are maintained.
• Utilize third-party applications to generate drawings based on specific project requirements.
• Process lidar scan data (preferred but not required).
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects while adhering to CAD standards and deadlines on a daily basis.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required).
• Experience in a surveying and/or construction environment (required).
• Knowledge of lidar scan data processing (a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong technical background with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet project deadlines.
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach to work.

If you are a motivated CAD professional with a strong background in surveying and a commitment to quality and accuracy, we encourage you to apply.