Survey Cad Technician

Job Title: Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Survey CAD Technician to join a dynamic engineering and surveying firm catering to both public and private clients across the Midwest. The successful candidate will leverage AutoCAD software to support surveyors by engaging in a variety of design and drafting activities, including construction layouts, detailed topographic drawings, and other survey-related sketches and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings using computer-assisted design and drafting equipment and software.
• Review and analyze sketches, notes, and verbal information to determine the most appropriate views, detail drawings, and supplementary information needed to complete assignments.
• Process field crew survey data.
• Conduct trips to the field to clarify or verify survey data or assist field staff as necessary.
• Prepare base survey mapping.
• Create stakeout data for construction layout.
• Revise and modify drawings as necessary.
• Maintain project point database files.
• Plot, organize, and assemble project-related documents.
• Develop, understand, and follow project budgets and schedules.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Project Manager.
  
  

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of survey CAD experience in pipeline, topographic, boundary, construction layout, and as-built surveys.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to contribute to all phases of a project from start to as-builts.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in survey CAD work for energy or pipeline-related clients.
• Experience with MicroStation and/or OpenRoads.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center.
• Ability to operate field equipment and perform field surveys.
  
  

Work Environment

The role is based fully in-office with some flexibility for unforeseen circumstances. Occasional site visits may be required. The Cincinnati office comprises five team members, including two Project Managers, a field manager, and two field surveyors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Chester, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 West Chester,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Is Embedded Into Our Culture Through

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
  
  

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.