Survey CAD Technician - Oil & Gas

Job Description

Job Description

Ardurra is seeking a Survey CAD Technician to support our Survey Group’s Oil & Gas projects in Corpus Christi, TX.

Ardurra is a multidisciplinary civil engineering services firm delivering practical, innovative solutions to public and private sector clients. Our Survey Group supports a diverse portfolio of work, with this role focused specifically on oil & gas and pipeline-related survey production, including well sites, pipeline alignments, and associated facilities.

This is a production-focused CAD role responsible for transforming field survey data into accurate, high-quality deliverables.

Primary Function

The Survey CAD Technician II performs intermediate-level drafting and production work to support survey projects within the oil & gas sector. This role works closely with Survey Party Chiefs, Project Surveyors, and Project Managers to process field data and produce precise drawings in accordance with project requirements and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D based on field data and survey notes
• Process and import field data from data collectors (Trimble, Leica, etc.)
• Develop:
• Topographic surveys
• Boundary exhibits
• Pipeline alignment sheets and profiles
• Well site layouts and as-builts
• Apply correct linework, layering, symbology, and annotation standards
• Perform basic surface modeling and contour generation in Civil 3D
• Assist in preparation of plats, legal exhibits, and survey deliverables
• Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of drawings
• Coordinate with field crews to resolve discrepancies or missing data
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to company CAD standards
• Support revisions and updates based on redlines and project feedback

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Technical degree preferred)
• 2–5 years of survey CAD experience, preferably in oil & gas or pipeline projects
• Proficiency in:
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Survey data processing workflows
• Strong understanding of:
• Survey drafting principles and practices
• Coordinate geometry (COGO) basics
• Linework, layering, and annotation standards
• Ability to interpret:
• Field notes
• Survey data
• Engineering and pipeline plans
• Strong attention to detail and production accuracy
• Effective communication and ability to work in a team environment
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting pipeline, oil & gas, or energy infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with:
• Right-of-way mapping
• Alignment sheets and stationing
• As-built and record drawing preparation
• Experience with Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, or similar software
• Understanding of survey standards related to oil & gas projects

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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