What is the role of a LiDAR Processing Technician at Thomas & Hutton?

The LiDAR Processing Technician position at Thomas & Hutton is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this LiDAR Processing Technician job located?

Savannah, Georgia, 31402, United States

What type of employment is offered for this LiDAR Processing Technician role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this LiDAR Processing Technician position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

What is the expected salary for this LiDAR Processing Technician job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

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LiDAR Processing Technician at Thomas & Hutton

LiDAR Processing Technician

Thomas & Hutton is a growing, well-established design firm with a multidiscipline approach to providing consulting services throughout the southeast. We are an award-winning company that has been recognized as one of the best places to work in Georgia and South Carolina. Some of our many services include Landscape Architecture; Land Planning; Civil, Environmental, Structural and Marine Engineering; Land Surveying; Geographic Information Systems and Construction Administration.

Thomas & Hutton is seeking a detail-oriented LiDAR Processing Technician in Savannah, GA to support our surveying and geospatial teams through accurate processing, classification, and drafting of LiDAR data. This role focuses on transforming raw point cloud data into high-quality deliverables using TopoDOT and AutoCADD.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation, an understanding of survey workflows, and a commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point cloud data using TopoDOT
Generate survey-grade deliverables including:
- Topographic surfaces and contours
- Breaklines, features, and planimetric mapping
Draft and edit drawings in AutoCADD in accordance with company and client standards
Perform quality control (QC) checks to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project specifications
Collaborate with surveyors, project managers, and field crews to clarify data requirements and resolve discrepancies
Manage large datasets efficiently while meeting project schedules and deadlines
Maintain organized project files and documentation
Assist in developing and improving LiDAR processing workflows and best practices

Required Qualifications:

Proficiency in TopoDOT for LiDAR processing and feature extraction required.
Strong working knowledge of AutoCADD
Understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and datums
Experience working with point clouds from mobile or aerial LiDAR systems
Ability to interpret survey control, field notes, and project specifications
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:

TopoDOT Experience required
2+ years of LiDAR processing or survey drafting experience
Experience with drone LiDAR or mobile LiDAR datasets
Experience with additional software such as Civil 3D, or MicroStation

Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Participant

Thomas & Hutton’s Mission Statement, “Relationships and Solutions for Success” describes not only our unwavering commitment to clients but also our commitment to the success, both professionally and personally, of our employees. Thomas & Hutton was named to the Best Places to Work in South Carolina and Georgia by SCBIZ and Georgia Trend, and named One of the best Civil Engineering firms to work for by CE News/Zweig White. What makes Thomas & Hutton a great place to work? Opportunities for professional development, strong benefits and compensation packages, a commitment to make our communities better for future generations, a family-oriented culture, and our reputation as a firm with extremely knowledgeable professionals who serve as trusted advisors to our clients. Visit www.thomasandhutton.com to learn more.

Some of our many benefits include:

Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs
Condensed work schedule
Generous base compensation and bonus plan
Retirement Plans
Generous paid time off and holidays
Thomas & Hutton University - On-site provider of professional development hours and continuing education credits
College tuition reimbursement programs (Graduate & Undergraduate)
In-house Up and Ready Civil 3D Software Training Program

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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