Senior LiDAR Technician
About The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior LiDAR Technician to join our team remotely (or in one of our offices if desired). At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Associate’s degree or technical courses preferred.
- Five or more (5+) years of experience in LiDAR data processing and geospatial workflows.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing production environments.
- Expert-level proficiency in MicroStation CONNECT (or 2025) with TerraScan and TerraModeler.
- Working knowledge of Global Mapper and Google Earth.
- Intermediate proficiency in PLS-CADD and ability to produce integrated deliverables.
- Understanding of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data standards.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, VBA) preferred.
- Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot preferred.
- Experience with utility or transmission line projects preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a mid-sized LiDAR processing team, fostering accountability and a culture of quality.
- Provide technical leadership, including troubleshooting complex LiDAR processing challenges.
- Assign tasks, monitor team performance, and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
- Establish and reinforce standards for QA/QC processes and deliverable quality.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and survey teams to align LiDAR deliverables with project objectives.
- Communicate effectively with clients regarding project status, technical requirements, and deliverables.
- Support business development efforts by assisting with proposals, scope development, and pricing.
- Document workflows, maintain processing logs, and contribute to the consistency of operational procedures.
- Promote innovation by identifying and implementing process improvements and automation strategies.
- Process and manage LiDAR datasets using MicroStation CONNECT (or 2025) with TerraScan and TerraModeler.
- Perform advanced point cloud classification, feature extraction, and surface modeling.
- Conduct rigorous QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy and compliance with client specifications.
- Utilize tools such as Global Mapper and Google Earth for data visualization, validation, and integration.
- Prepare and merge datasets for PLS-CADD deliverables to support engineering design workflows.
- Ensure proper handling of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data standards.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, reports, and processing procedures.
- Explore and apply AI-driven tools (e.g., Microsoft 365 Copilot) to optimize workflows and improve efficiency.
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 (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
