Survey Cad Technician

Job Title: Survey CAD Technician Job Description This role involves developing survey boundary, topographic, and control surveys, as well as construction stakeout using CAD/MicroStation platforms. The technician will receive field data and transform them into working drawings, existing conditions base sheets, and finished plats, working under the direction of a Project Surveyor. Responsibilities + Develop boundary, topographic, and control surveys and construction stakeout for various types of projects. + Complete survey computations and prepare boundary, subdivision, easement plats, and legal descriptions. + Process topographic survey, control, and location survey information. + Prepare, understand, and complete drawings in accordance with project specifications and industry survey standards. + Create preliminary and final sketches of proposed drawings using computer-assisted design/drafting equipment. + Modify drawings as directed by the project manager or project surveyor. + Work closely with other surveyors and engineers to ensure a coordinated design. + Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary. Essential Skills + Proficiency in AutoCAD with at least 2 years of experience in surveying. + Experience in field surveying for at least 2 years. + Skill in design, drafting, and use of Civil 3D and Carlson survey software. + Knowledge of topography, topographic surveys, and land surveying. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Interest in obtaining a professional license is preferred but not required. Work Environment The role involves a 50/50 mix of office to field work initially, transitioning to a 100% office role in Germantown. The Germantown office houses around 40 employees and is a beautiful new facility. Remote work is available for 1 day per week. The company is a reputable firm with over 60 years of history and is expanding rapidly, including a new office in Beltsville, MD. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Germantown,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 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, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with 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 .

Created: 2026-04-13