Survey CAD Draftsman

Position Title: Survey CAD Draftsman / Technician

Position Summary

The Survey CAD Draftsman / Technician is responsible for preparing, drafting, and maintaining accurate survey drawings, maps, plats, and related documentation using computer-aided design (CAD) software. This position works closely with Professional Land Surveyors, project managers, field crews, engineers, and other technical staff to transform field-collected data into high-quality deliverables that support land development, infrastructure, transportation, utility, and construction projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and draft survey data collected by field survey crews. 
• Prepare boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, subdivision plats, easement exhibits, legal descriptions, and construction staking plans. 
• Create and maintain accurate CAD drawings using industry-standard software. 
• Process and analyze field data from total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and drone surveys. 
• Generate survey maps, exhibits, profiles, cross-sections, and other technical drawings. 
• Ensure survey deliverables comply with company standards, client requirements, and applicable state and local regulations. 
• Perform quality control reviews of survey drawings for accuracy, completeness, and consistency. 
• Coordinate with survey crews, project managers, engineers, municipalities, and clients to clarify project requirements. 
• Organize and maintain project files, drawing archives, and digital records. 
• Assist with preparation of legal descriptions, deeds, easements, and right-of-way exhibits. 
• Support project scheduling and meet established deadlines. 
• Stay current with surveying technologies, CAD software updates, and industry best practices.  

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or equivalent experience in Surveying, Drafting, Civil Engineering Technology, Geomatics, or a related field. 
• 2+ years of survey drafting experience preferred. 
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D. 
• Understanding of land surveying principles, boundary analysis, coordinate geometry (COGO), and survey terminology. 
• Ability to interpret field notes, deeds, plats, legal descriptions, and engineering plans. 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work. 
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Civil 3D survey databases and point management. 
• Knowledge of GIS applications and geospatial data management. 
• Understanding of ALTA/NSPS standards and state surveying regulations. 
• Survey Technician certification or related professional credentials. 

Technical Skills

• Autodesk Civil 3D 
• Microsoft Office Suite 

Key Competencies

• Technical drafting and design 
• Survey data processing 
• Quality assurance and quality control 
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking 
• Attention to detail 
• Collaboration and communication 
• Project organization and deadline management 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to work overtime as needed. 
• Occasional field visits may be required. 
• Ability to view detailed drawings and maps accurately. 
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally. 

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Survey Manager, Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), or Survey Project Manager

Typical Deliverables

• Boundary Survey Plats 
• Topographic Maps 
• ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys 
• Easement and Right-of-Way Exhibits 
• Subdivision Plats 
• Legal Description Exhibits 
• Construction Stakeout Plans 
• As-Built Survey Drawings  

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Surveying / Geomatics / Land Development Services