Survey CAD Technician

Company : Actalent
Location : Des Plaines, IL
Posted Date : 13 October 2025
Job Details
Survey Cad Technician
As a Survey CAD Technician, you will be responsible for preparing Boundary, Topographic, and ALTA Surveys and Plats of Subdivision. You will utilize MicroStation to draft survey data from the field, providing complex CAD support for the Surveying team. This role involves creating engineering/survey plan sets and generating reports.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and draft Boundary, Topographic, and ALTA Surveys using MicroStation and AutoCAD.
- Provide technical support to the Surveying team in creating engineering/survey plan sets.
- Draft survey data from field notes using MicroStation.
- Collaborate closely with Survey Department team members on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Create accurate reports based on survey data.
Essential Skills:
- Proficiency in MicroStation and AutoCAD.
- Experience with topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and boundary survey software.
- Strong understanding of surveying concepts such as survey data, topography, plat subdivision, and easements.
- 3-5 years of experience as a civil CAD drafter, preferably in land development or transportation.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in CAD is preferred.
- Civil 3D experience is acceptable if MicroStation experience is not available.
- Interest in expanding surveying skills or experience in other divisions is encouraged.
Work Environment:
This is a fast-paced work environment, where you will handle 2-5 projects concurrently. You will be working 100% behind a computer, performing Survey CAD drafts from your own desk/cubicle. Initially, you will be provided a company desktop and later a laptop. The company offers flexible work arrangements, allowing one day of remote work (Monday or Friday) once earned. The survey team consists of approximately 20 members, including 4 PLS individuals. Opportunities for training and development in surveying work or other divisions are available. Dress code is business casual.
Job Type & Location:
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of ROSEMONT, Illinois.
Pay and Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $38.00/hr. 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 ROSEMONT,IL.
Application Deadline:
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2025.
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