LiDAR Technician II
About The Position
Bowman is hiring a LiDAR Technician II in Austin, Texas. The role performs LiDAR processing and geospatial production tasks with limited supervision, demonstrating proficiency in classification, feature extraction, and quality assurance while contributing to project delivery and team success. The technician processes LiDAR datasets for a variety of project types, prepares deliverables for utility, transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects, and supports integration of LiDAR data into CAD and engineering workflows. The position also contributes to workflow improvement, production consistency, documentation, and the onboarding and mentoring of junior technicians. The work is primarily conducted in an indoor professional office environment, with some work in outdoor and construction-site settings. Local business-day travel is primarily expected; occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be required. Bowman describes its workplace as collaborative and supportive and offers competitive compensation and a benefits package, with eligibility for some benefits varying by position, location, and employment status.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least three years of LiDAR processing or geospatial production experience.
- Intermediate proficiency with MicroStation CONNECT, TerraScan, and TerraModeler.
- Understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data standards.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical coursework.
- Experience with scripting, automation, Python, or VBA.
- Experience with utility or transportation projects.
Responsibilities
- Work independently on routine assignments.
- Assist with onboarding and mentoring junior technicians.
- Provide feedback to improve workflows and production efficiency.
- Collaborate with project managers and senior staff to support project execution.
- Help maintain consistency in production standards and documentation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Process and manage LiDAR datasets for a variety of project types.
- Perform point cloud classification and feature extraction with minimal supervision.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews and resolve data quality issues.
- Use MicroStation, TerraScan, TerraModeler, Global Mapper, and related software.
- Prepare deliverables for utility, transportation, municipal, and infrastructure projects.
- Support integration of LiDAR datasets into CAD and engineering workflows.
- Maintain project documentation and processing records.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives.
- Employee Assistance Program, wellness initiatives, and employee discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
