Field Technician - Reality Capture Focus - Entry Level - 2+ Years (Hybrid)
Minneapolis, MN 
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Posted 23 days ago
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Job Description:

Summary:

The person in this position will have the opportunity to work on challenging and progressive projects involving data collection, planning, and problem-solving in the engineering field.The work will involve traditional survey equipment as well as reality capture technologies including 3D scanning and drones.The work will involve out-of-town assignments, generally lasting less than a week.

Field duties may include:

  • Traditional surveying

  • 3D scanning

  • Drone surveying

  • Bathymetric surveying

  • Sampling equipment preparation and monitoring

Office duties may include:

  • Field mission planning

  • Process, review, and interpret data collected in the field

  • Assist with report preparation

  • Point cloud data registration and processing

  • Preparation of base maps and data sets using CAD and other reality capture software

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Two-year technical certificate or experience/coursework directly related to the job responsibilities described above

  • Two years of experience working on projects directly related to the responsibilities described above

  • Working knowledge of reality capture instruments including data collectors, total stations, GPS receivers, and unmanned data collection controllers

  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

  • Familiarity with Autodesk applications such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and related applications

  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills

  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness

  • Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with project team members in a high-energy work environment that encourages self-initiative

  • A flexible working style and willingness to modify personal schedules when required to meet deadlines and client needs

  • Willingness and ability to regularly travel

  • Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

  • The ability to walk across uneven terrain

  • Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future

  • Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of relevant experience

  • Experience working in the field or on a construction site

  • Familiarity with reality capture technologies such as surveying, 3D scanning and point clouds, LiDAR, photogrammetry, VR/AR, and 360 photo capture

  • Familiarity with Leica Geosystems hardware and point cloud processing workflows (Cyclone, Register3D, JetStream, CloudWorx, TruView, 3DR)

  • Prior experience with point cloud registration and processing and alignment of scan data with design software

  • Familiarity with drone capturing process and workflow and prior experience with Pix4D and other LiDAR and Photogrammetry applications

  • Knowledge of Geographic Information System (GIS) software and geospatial data

  • Certifications on related software and technologies

A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Minneapolis, Minnesota, office.

NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Barr is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
2+ years
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