Hydrographic Office Technician / CAD Operator

Prudent Engineering

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Syracuse, NY / Buffalo, NY / Rochester, NY Until 8/21/2026 2+ years exp First posted May 13, 2026 Last posted May 13, 2026
Job description

About the Firm:

Our mission: Transforming Infrastructure with Passion and Kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The minimum requirements we seek:

  • Minimum of 2 years of CAD drafting/design experience.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
  • A positive attitude
  • Ability to legally work in the United States.

In addition, preferably the candidate will have the following desired skills/software capabilities:

  • Experience with hydrographic, survey, or civil engineering projects.
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Carlson Survey Software
  • NYSDOT CAD Standards
  • USACOE Standards
  • HYPACK / HYSWEEP
  • SonarWiz
  • GIS software experience
  • Survey and hydrographic data processing experience
  • Familiarity with point clouds, terrain models, and surface generation
  • Basic understanding of survey coordinate systems and mapping standards
  • Ability to support occasional field assignments or hydrographic survey operations as needed
  • Comfortable on and around water and boats

What we will offer:

  • An annual salary between $52,000-$65,000
  • Medical, dental, vision.
  • 401K with company match.
  • PTO plus paid holidays.
  • Unlimited opportunities to advance your career.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills

About this role

Summary

Perform CAD drafting, hydrographic data processing, and support survey projects, with occasional field work.

Job title

Hydrographic Office Technician / CAD Operator

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Syracuse, NY / Buffalo, NY / Rochester, NY, on-site preferred

Salary

$52k–$65k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

MicroStationOpenRoads DesignerMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

AutoCAD Civil 3DCarlson Survey SoftwareHYPACKHYSWEEPSonarWizGISsurvey data processing

Specializations

CAD draftinghydrographicsurveycivil engineering
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Syracuse, NY, USA

On-site City

Buffalo, NY, USA

On-site City

Rochester, NY, USA

On-site City