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Charleston, SC
Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering, PLLC (ICE) is hiring a Survey CAD Technician to join our team to support various transportation projects across the Southeast. This is the perfect position for someone pursuing their Survey license. The Survey CAD Technician will work directly under the guidance of the Director of Survey in the Charleston, SC office. Light travel to visit clients in the Southeast will be required.
Position Responsibilities
As a Survey CAD Technician, you will:
- Create technical drawings and plans for a variety of infrastructure projects.
- Perform earthwork volume calculations, know basic sources of measurement errors, and understand plans and specifications.
- Search survey records and land titles to obtain information about property boundaries and areas to be surveyed.
- Prepare stakeout notes and point files, digital terrain models and contouring, prepare plans for a variety of construction projects.
- Works with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of the project under the direction of a senior engineer/designer.
- Performs field work as directed by a PE.
- Assists with engineering/drafting duties on projects of various complexity.
- Collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions.
- Assists in basic interpretation and verifying compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
- Constructs models to identify project specifications and meet related needs by performing routing aspects of engineering assignments.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff.
- Other related duties may be assigned as appropriate.
Position Requirements
A successful Survey CAD Technician will have:
- Associate's Degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering or CAD Drafting desired.
- 1-5 years of civil engineering experience using a drafting program desired.
- Survey experience preferred.
- Experience working with SC state and county infrastructure improvement projects desired.
- Knowledge using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of MicroStation Inroads/Geopak and OpenRoads a plus.
- Knowledge in use of any land surveying field equipment is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans for generating field layout data.
- Strong communication skills are expected, both oral and written.
- A valid Driver’s License is required with a safe driving record and must complete a pre-employment screening.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- ICE is a drug free workplace.
Company Benefits
ICE offers a robust benefits package for our Maintenance Engineering & Inspection Senior Inspector and their families including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts or a Health Savings Account
- Accident Care and Critical Illness Coverage Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
- Education Assistance and Professional Associations and Registrations
- Recruitment Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Identity Guard Insurance
- Personal Time Off (PTO) with 9 Paid Holidays
- Paid Jury Duty
- Bereavement Leave
- 40-hour work week with office hours from 8:00am-5:00pm, allowing 1 unpaid hour for lunch each day. Occasional overtime may be necessary dependent on project deadlines, which is compensated according to company policy.
Physical Demands: While working in the office, this position predominantly involves up to 8 hours per day at a computer workstation, with occasional standing and walking. The employee may occasionally lift lightweight office supplies and materials, typically not exceeding 20 pounds. The office environment is indoors, characterized by controlled temperatures and minimal exposure to adverse conditions. Must have visual acuity to recognize/change/add precise details on CAD drawings.
During fieldwork, the position entails moderate physical exertion, encompassing walking, standing, bending, and ascending stairs or ladders. The employee may occasionally lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Fieldwork exposes inspectors to various environmental conditions, including but not limited to loud noise levels, dust, dirt, and temperature fluctuations. Inspectors must adeptly navigate construction sites and conduct thorough inspections of materials and structures.
ICE is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and accessible to individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Human Resources at 803-888-1893 or via email at careers@ice-eng.com.
Industry Recognition: In 2023, ICE was recognized by Engineering News-Record as a top-ranked firm regionally and nationally.
- #198 Top 500 Design Firms Nationwide *#216 in 2022
- #22 Top Design Firms in the Southeast (AL, FL, SC, GA, NC, TN) *#23 in 2022
- #8 Top Transportation Firms in the Southeast (AL, FL, SC, GA, NC, TN) *#11 in 2022
- #1 Top Design Firms in South Carolina *#1 in 2022
- #13 Top Design Firms in Georgia *#23 in 2022
- #40 Top Construction Management Nation Wide *#45 in 2022
- #69 Top CM/PM – For-Fee Firms Nationwide *#70 in 2022
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO): ICE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, national origin or ethnicity, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Diversity and Inclusion: Diversity and inclusion are critical values at ICE. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that diversity enriches our community and strengthens our ability to achieve our goals. By fostering a culture of inclusivity, we aim to create a community that celebrates differences and promotes equity and justice for all.
