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Env Int

$60 - $90/hr

If you've worked as a Survey Rodman, Instrument Operator, Survey Technician, Reality Capture Technician, or 3D Scanner, or just have Industrial or Plant Experience, we want to hear from you. And yes ...

W3Global Inc.

3D Printing Technician

Chapin, SC

$20 - $25/hr

Operate 3D scanners to capture physical objects, clean up mesh data, and prepare digital models for production. * 3D Printing Operations: Set up, operate, and maintain various 3D printers (FDM/SLA)

GABLETEK

Photoneo Vision System Programmer

Livonia, MI · On-site

$95 - $130/hr

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Photoneo vision platforms (PhoXi 3D Scanner, Photoneo Bin Picking Studio) and a strong understanding of industrial automation, robotics, and ...

Artec 3D

$70 - $90/hr

Artec 3D is the creator of professional 3D scanners and software used by many of the world's top-tier companies: Apple, Tesla, Google, NASA, Nike, Toyota, and others.We are looking for technical ...

Artec 3D

Technical Support Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Artec 3D is the creator of professional 3D scanners and software used by many of the world's top-tier companies: Apple, Tesla, Google, NASA, Nike, Toyota, and others.We are looking for technical ...

Urpan Technologies, Inc.

CMM Scanner

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Relevant experience in 3D scanning and metrology Hands-on experience with Hexagon Absolute Arm, ROMER Arm, or portable CMMs Experience with laser scanning probes (RS6, AS1, etc.) Knowledge of GD&T ...

Tech Mahindra

CMM Programmer cum Scanner(3D)

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

CMM Programmer cum Scanner(3D) Location: San Diego, CA Onsite/ Hybrid/ Remote: Onsite Position Summary: Position Summary: The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing ...

SHINING 3D

Marketing Intern (Part-Time)

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Shining 3D's technology spans cover every 3D imaging process and technology with innovative solutions, including: 3D scanning, reverse engineering, inspection, styling, design, analysis, digital ...

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BN Associates Inc

CMM Scanner

El Cajon, CA · On-site

Position Responsibilities: · Relevant experience in 3D scanning and metrology · Hands-on experience with Hexagon Absolute Arm, ROMER Arm, or portable CMMs · Experience with laser scanning probes ...

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SHINING 3D

Logistics Specialist

San Leandro, CA · On-site

Shining 3D's technology spans cover every 3D imaging process and technology with innovative solutions, including: 3D scanning, reverse engineering, inspection, styling, design, analysis, digital ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3d scanner in the United States is $16.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 3D scanner?

A 3D Scanner job involves operating 3D scanning equipment to capture digital models of objects, environments, or people. These scans are used in industries like manufacturing, healthcare, and entertainment for design, analysis, or replication purposes. Professionals in this role must have knowledge of scanning technologies, software, and data processing techniques to ensure accurate results.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a 3D scanner?

As a 3D Scanner, your daily tasks often include setting up and calibrating 3D scanning equipment, capturing physical objects or environments, and processing scan data into usable digital models. You may work closely with engineers, designers, or architects to ensure accuracy and proper data integration into ongoing projects. Troubleshooting equipment, maintaining data quality, and collaborating for seamless workflow are also key aspects. This role is hands-on and often involves both fieldwork and digital post-processing, providing a dynamic and varied work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 3D scanner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 3D Scanner, you need solid technical proficiency in operating 3D scanning equipment and software, usually backed by knowledge in engineering, architecture, or a related field. Familiarity with digital scanning tools such as LiDAR scanners, photogrammetry systems, CAD software, and relevant certifications is highly advantageous. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills help you accurately capture data and collaborate with project stakeholders. These skills are vital to ensure the precise digitization of objects and seamless integration of scanned data into broader design or manufacturing processes.

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Survey & 3D Scanning Tech (Oil & Gas,Travel Role)

Environmental Intellect

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Operate survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser scanners to capture spatial data of industrial facilities.

  • Plan scanning routes, establish survey control, and perform field QA/QC to ensure data accuracy before leaving the site.

  • Process, register, and review reality capture and point cloud data, and collaborate with CAD, engineering, and software teams.

Job description

Reality Capture | Oil & Gas | Petrochemical | 80–90% Travel

Welcome to Environmental Intellect (Ei)—where we take massive, complicated industrial facilities and turn them into incredibly detailed digital environments.

We're a remote-first, globe-trotting crew of field experts, survey pros, CAD gurus, engineers, software developers, and problem-solvers—and we're looking for another adventurer to join the team.

We're hiring a Survey & 3D Scanning Technician to travel to Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and industrial facilities and capture the real world using survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser scanners.

If you've worked as a Survey Rodman, Instrument Operator, Survey Technician, Reality Capture Technician, or 3D Scanner, or just have Industrial or Plant Experience, we want to hear from you.

And yes—we really mean travel. This role is approximately 80–90% travel.

Also, there is an element of working at height and very occasionally, working offshore.

If airports, hard hats, steel toed boots, cool technology, and giant industrial facilities sound better than sitting behind the same desk every day... keep reading.

What You'll Do

Your mission is pretty simple:

Capture the facility. Capture it accurately. And make sure we have what we need before you leave.

You'll work alongside Ei's Reality Capture team to collect accurate spatial data that becomes the foundation of our Digital Twin technology.

You may:

  • Establish and work from survey control, benchmarks, traverses, control loops, and coordinate systems.
  • Operate mobile 3D scanning systems, including the NavVis VLX.
  • Set up and operate static terrestrial laser scanners.
  • Plan scanning routes and capture strategies for complex industrial environments.
  • Perform field QA/QC to identify gaps or issues before leaving the site.
  • Process, register, and review reality capture and point cloud data.
  • Collaborate with Ei's CAD, engineering, implementation, and software teams.

Because flying back across the country or the world to capture the one area everyone missed isn't nearly as fun as it sounds.

Survey People — We're Looking at You 

You don't need to be a 3D scanning expert on Day One.

If you come from the survey world, that's an excellent foundation for what we do.

We're especially interested in experience with:

  • Survey control and benchmarks
  • Traversing and control loops
  • GPS and level loops
  • Coordinate systems
  • Total stations and field data collection
  • Accuracy, precision, and QA/QC

If you understand that "close enough" isn't actually close enough, you're speaking our language.

Wait... You Fly Drones Too? 

Now you've really got our attention.

Drone experience isn't required, but it's a big plus as we continue expanding the ways we capture industrial facilities.

We'd love to hear about experience with:

  • FAA Part 107 certification or commercial UAS operations.
  • Industrial, infrastructure, mapping, or inspection flights.
  • Photogrammetry, aerial mapping, orthomosaics, or 3D reconstruction.
  • Using survey/ground control with drone data.
  • Integrating aerial data with terrestrial scanning or point clouds.
  • Planning safe missions around industrial structures, obstacles, airspace, and site restrictions.

If you know how survey + scanning + drones can work together to capture a facility, definitely tell us about it.

 What We're Looking For

Technical skills matter, but so does how you work.

You'll thrive here if you're:

  • Curious and excited to learn new technology.
  • Team-first