LiDAR Technician II

LiDAR Technician II Job Location s

US-FL-West Palm Beach | US-FL-Orlando | US-FL-Winter Garden | US-AL-Huntsville | US-CO-Denver | US-TX-Austin

Job :

Category:
Geospatial/ Land Surveying

Type:
Full Time

We are seeking a LiDAR Technician I with 0-3 years with basic understanding of LiDAR, GPS/GNSS, remote sensing, and geospatial data concepts to to join our Geospatial team in Austin, TX, Denver, CO, Huntsville, AL, Orlando, West Palm Beach and Winter Garden, FL

The successful candidate will perform a combination of advanced field data collection and office-based LiDAR processing tasks for transportation, infrastructure, utility, and mapping projects. This position requires experience with trajectory processing, point cloud generation, QA/QC, and production workflows using industry-standard LiDAR software platforms.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player capable of working independently while coordinating with project managers, field crews, and technical staff to execute projects efficiently and accurately.

This is an in-office position with moderate travel required.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation's top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.

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• Perform mobile, static terrestrial, and UAS LiDAR collection operations
• Operate RIEGL, Leica, Trimble, and related LiDAR systems in field environments
• Process GNSS/IMU trajectories using POSPac, or equivalent software
• Generate and manage calibrated point cloud datasets using RiPROCESS, TopoDOT, Terra Solid, or related software
• Perform initial alignment, registration, and calibration review under direction of senior staff
• Execute QA/QC procedures to verify accuracy, completeness, density, overlap, and project specifications
• Process, tile, archive, and manage large geospatial datasets and project deliverables
• Extract mapping features and support CAD/GIS integration workflows
• Develop efficient production workflows and assist with process improvement initiatives
• Troubleshoot field and office hardware, software, and data issues
• Coordinate field logistics, equipment preparation, and collection planning
• Support proposal efforts, technical documentation, and project reporting
• Mentor junior staff and assist with training initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Surveying, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
• 3-7 years of experience in LiDAR collection and/or processing workflows
• Experience with mobile mapping and point cloud processing required
• Proficiency with TopoDOT, RiPROCESS, POSPac, Micro Station, ArcGIS Pro, or related software
• Understanding of LiDAR calibration principles and error analysis preferred
• Experience with geospatial QA/QC procedures and data management workflows
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple project assignments
• Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Vali…