Senior Geospatial Processing Engineer

Overview / Purpose

Senior Geospatial Processing Engineer

Key Responsibilities

1. LiDAR Data Processing & Analysis

• Perform point cloud cleaning, noise removal, classification, and filtering.
• Generate DTM, DSM, contours, break lines, and surface models from LiDAR data.
• Merge / register LiDAR strips, align with ground control / GNSS data, and ensure georeferencing accuracy.
• Conduct QA/QC — check vertical and horizontal accuracy, point density, and completeness.

1. Photogrammetry & Aerial Imagery Processing

• Process aerial images into orthomosaics, dense point clouds, digital surface / terrain models.
• Do bundle adjustment, tie-point generation, ground control integration, and alignment correction.
• Validate quality (GSD, residuals, pixel alignment) and produce mosaics suitable for mapping.

1. AutoCAD / CAD Drafting & Deliverables

• Create topographic maps, contour layouts, cross-sections, and utility / infrastructure layouts.
• Ensure consistent layer structure, coordinate systems, legends, and drawing standards.
• Convert between DWG, DGN, SHP, KML, CSV as needed; ensure compatibility with client systems.

1. Project Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with field surveying teams to clarify needs, request reshoots / missing data, and track field-to-processing handover.
• Coordinate with QC and delivery teams to ensure deadlines and data integrity.
• Report progress, risks, and delays to the COO or project lead.

1. Process Improvement & Documentation

• Develop / maintain SOPs, checklists, and standardized workflows for processing, QA, and delivery.
• Identify bottlenecks in processing and propose automation, scripting, or tool upgrades.
• Maintain project data organization, versioning, backups, and data security.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Reporting & Relationships

• Reports To:

  COO (or Project Lead / Head of Delivery)