LiDAR Processing Technician

Job overview

The LiDAR Processing Technician role is onsite in Chamblee, GA. Compensation is not specified. The technician supports Thomas & Hutton’s surveying and geospatial teams, which contribute to projects serving communities and essential infrastructure. The role converts raw LiDAR point-cloud data into accurate survey-grade deliverables. It supports project quality and schedules by processing and classifying data, drafting drawings, checking work against specifications, and coordinating with surveyors, project managers, and field crews.

What you'll do

• Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point-cloud data using TopoDOT
• generate topographic surfaces, contours, breaklines, features, and planimetric mapping
• draft and edit drawings in AutoCAD
• perform quality-control checks
• collaborate with surveyors, project managers, and field crews
• manage datasets and project files
• assist with improving processing workflows.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lidar processing technician

chamblee ga

thomas & hutton

surveying

geospatial

topodot

autocad

point clouds

survey drafting

quality control

monday–thursday

friday schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• holidays
• tuition assistance
• mentoring
• and career development programs.

Why this role

Requires TopoDOT proficiency, AutoCAD knowledge, and understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and datums. The schedule is onsite Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:30–11:30 a.m.; occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Sponsorship is not available.

About the employer

Thomas & Hutton is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.