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Job Title: Survey CAD Technician Job Description

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 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.