VDC Scanning Technician

VDC Scanning Technician

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a dedicated VDC Scanning Technician to join our talented team based out of any of our US office locations (MA, NJ, PA, MD, NC, KS, CA).

This position will require travel between two active project sites located in Michigan and Indiana. Travel frequency and duration will vary depending on project needs.

In this role, you will be responsible for executing high-quality laser scanning operations across various project sites, transforming scans into valuable data, adhering to quality control protocols, and supporting the team's success by assisting with SOPs and data processing when necessary. This role involves significant travel and demands proficiency in using the latest scanning technologies and software to ensure data collection aligns with safety, schedule, and quality standards.

• Conduct comprehensive laser scanning operations at various construction and project sites, ensuring data is collected according to high standards and project specifications.
• Develop expertise in cutting‑edge scanning technologies and software, with a commitment to continuous learning and proficiency in the latest advancements.
• Uphold quality control protocols for scanning activities, ensuring the collected data is accurate, reliable, and meets all required quality standards.
• Assist in writing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laser scanning operations, contributing to documentation of best practices and operational guidelines.
• Operate Leica's RTC
  360, BLK2GO, Top Con's Total Station, Nav Vis VLX and other scanning hardware.
• Learn and provide support to data processing technicians as needed, facilitating a collaborative workflow between field data collection and data processing to manage workloads effectively.

For candidates located in Southern California, the salary offered for this role is between $83,000 and $111,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

For candidates located in Northern California, the salary offered for this role is between $87,000 and $116,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

For candidates located in New Jersey, the salary offered for this role is between $79,000 and $106,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.

• Bachelor's/Associate's/Technical degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 5–7 years of experience in computer-assisted drafting, design, scanning, construction, surveying, civil, and VDC/BIM.
• Demonstrated leadership in laser scanning, with extensive experience managing complex scanning projects and navigating challenging environments.
• Expertise in troubleshooting sophisticated data quality and equipment issues, maintaining high standards of data integrity.
• Commitment to professional development, mastery of current scanning technologies and awareness of emerging trends and tools.
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, capable of steering multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Advanced communication and mentorship abilities, focused on building a cohesive, skilled, and motivated field technician team.

• Stand, sit, walk for prolonged periods.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as required.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders as necessary.

• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol.

• This position will have 75–100% travel or as required by the assigned project.
• May be assigned to the client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the client’s location is possible, depending…