LiDAR Technician II

WGI•Winter Garden, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WGI is seeking a LiDAR Technician II to join its Geospatial team in Orlando, West Palm Beach, or Winter Garden, Florida. The role combines advanced field data collection with office-based LiDAR processing for transportation, infrastructure, utility, and mapping projects. It requires experience with trajectory processing, point cloud generation, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), and production workflows using industry-standard LiDAR software. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated team player who can work independently and coordinate with project managers, field crews, and technical staff. This is an in-office position with moderate travel required. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; WGI cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. WGI describes its work environment as collaborative and team-driven, and says it invests in current tools and technology and supports associates’ career growth. The company offers a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Requirements

3–7 years of experience with a basic understanding of LiDAR, GPS/GNSS, remote sensing, and geospatial data concepts.
Experience in LiDAR collection and/or processing workflows.
Experience with mobile mapping and point cloud processing.
Proficiency with TopoDOT, RiPROCESS, POSPac, MicroStation, ArcGIS Pro, or related software.
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.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel moderately.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Understanding of LiDAR calibration principles and error analysis.
ASPRS Certified Mapping Technician (CMT) – LiDAR certification.
FAA Part 107 License.
LSIT/SIT or related survey certification.

Responsibilities

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, TerraSolid, or related software.
Perform initial alignment, registration, and calibration review under the direction of senior staff.
Execute QA/QC procedures to verify accuracy, completeness, density, overlap, and compliance with 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.