Weisser Engineering & Surveying

Survey CAD Technician

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Type: Full-Time
Position: Survey CAD Technician
Location: Houston, TX
Date Posted: May 18, 2023

WES Survey CAD Technician Position Opportunity


Who We Are

Weisser Engineering & Surveying (WES) is a comprehensive and multi-disciplined professional services resource to a diversified range of clientele throughout the South-Central Region of the United States. With over half a century of knowledge and expertise within the Civil Engineering, Land Surveying and associated professions, our Team supports our client partners within the Public Infrastructure, Private Development, Energy, and Industrial industries. For over 56 years, WES has provided full service Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Platting, Mapping, Digital Scanning and Permitting services for development, investigative, recovery and research needs. WES is comprised of skilled, loyal, and dedicated Team Members, with our headquarters located within the Energy Corridor of West Houston, Texas. WES instills over half a century of wisdom and insight into each of our client’s projects by uniting our Team’s expertise with the constant advancement of technology. WES embodies a team environment, where communication, knowledge, and initiative merge to produce quality services and products for our clientele.

WES Survey CAD Technician Position Expectations

As a WES Senior Survey CAD Technician, you will support office and field staff by processing incoming information and producing final Land Surveying project deliverables. You will report to the Drafting Manager and perform technical tasks utilizing the latest technology in the drafting industry. You will help increase project efficiency and client satisfaction by:

Specific Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with Drafting Manager & Project Manager to Ensure Project Requirements are Met in the Office & Field
  • Process Field Data & Perform Initial CAD Drafting on Land Survey Deliverables
  • Quality Control (QC) Assistance & Review, Based Upon Client Specific Deliverables
  • Monitor Field Crew Data For Quality Assurance
  • Perform Initial QC of Field Deliverables, According to Standards & Best Practices
  • Daily Processing of Data
    • This will Include Evaluating Accuracy, Sufficiency 
    • Ensuring Compliance to Applicable Regulations, Professional & Industry Standards Related to Boundary Calculations, Legal Descriptions, Etc.
  • Perform Deed Research, Deed Plotting & Map Checks
  • Prepare Land Survey Plats, Drawings, Legal Descriptions & Alignment Drawings
  • Provide Technical Office Support for Survey Field Crew Manager
  • Perform QC Checks of Land Survey Plats & Drawings as Developed by Peers
  • Ensure Schedules & Productivity Objectives for Preparation of Land Survey Plats & Drawings are Reached

What WES Needs From Our Team Member

  • Demonstrated Project Experience in Project/Phase Drafting Management for Both Mid to Large Scale Projects
  • Strong Proficiency of Software Such as AutoCAD, Carlson C&G, Microstation, Trimble Business Center, Microsoft Office Suite
  •  Professional Written & Verbal Communication Skills
    • Including the Ability to Proactively Request Supporting Information and/or Documentation From Clients
  • Ability to Identify & Troubleshoot Issues & Problem Solve Accordingly
  • Ability To Successfully Perform Within A Team Environment 
  • Punctual Attendance
  • Polite, Positive Disposition
  • Demonstrated Proactive Characteristics 
  • Safety Conscience Mindset  
  • Drive to Meet or Exceed Aggressive Deadlines While Maintaining Teamwork & Collaboration with Clients, Team Members & Sub-Consultants
  • Professional Written & Verbal Communication Skills


WES Benefits

  • Company Paid Premiums for Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & Life Insurance (HSA and FSA Plans Available)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal & Holiday)
  • 401(k) Program + Bonus Employer Match
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Professional Organization Membership Fees
  • Professional Trainings + License Education Fees
  • Company Culture Events + Wellness Activities
  • Close Location Proximity to Both Houston Metroplex & Rural South-Central Texas Regions
  • Proximity to Multiple Nationally Recognized & Top-Rated Public-School Districts
  • Schedule Flexibility
  • Paid Gym Membership

Application for:
Survey CAD Technician

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