Prudent Engineering
Posted 3mo ago

Hydrographic Office Technician / CAD Operator

Prudent Engineering
Syracuse or Buffalo or Rochester
$52k-$65k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • draft CAD
  • support hydrographic
  • coordinate team
Requirements
  • 2+ years CAD drafting/design
  • HS diploma required
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Proficient in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer
  • MS Office
  • Strong communication and teamwork
  • Detail-oriented
  • Eligible to work in the US
Technical tools mentioned
MicroStationOpenRoads DesignerAutoCAD Civil 3DCarlson Survey SoftwareNYSDOT CAD StandardsUSACOE StandardsHYPACKHYSWEEPSonarWizGIS software

Job description

About the Firm:

Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The minimum requirements we seek:

  • Minimum of 2 years of CAD drafting/design experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
  • A positive attitude
  • Ability to legally work in the United States.

In addition, preferably the candidate will have the following desired skills/software capabilities:

  • Experience with hydrographic, survey, or civil engineering projects.
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Carlson Survey Software
  • NYSDOT CAD Standards
  • USACOE Standards
  • HYPACK / HYSWEEP
  • SonarWiz
  • GIS software experience
  • Survey and hydrographic data processing experience
  • Familiarity with point clouds, terrain models, and surface generation
  • Basic understanding of survey coordinate systems and mapping standards
  • Ability to support occasional field assignments or hydrographic survey operations as needed
  • Comfortable on and around water and boats

What we will offer: 

  •  An annual salary between $52,000-$65,000
  •  Medical, dental, vision.
  •  401K with company match.
  •  PTO plus paid holidays.
  •  Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills

About Prudent Engineering

Minority-owned multidisciplinary engineering firm serving government and private clients with design, surveying, and inspection services.