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Prim

Sr. Mapping Designer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $104K/yr

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field personnel to gather requirements and ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mapping designers and other team members ...

Primoris Pipeline, Inc.

Sr. Mapping Designer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $104K/yr

Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field personnel to gather requirements and ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior mapping designers and other team members ...

Silvervine

Jr. Software Engineer

Warner Robins, GA · On-site

Most of our work is integration work: talking to third-party APIs that we do not control, mapping ... junior developer, and that is fine - it is a wish list, not a checklist. If a bullet here means ...

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How much do junior mapping engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior mapping engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Mapping Engineer vs GIS Technician?

AspectJunior Mapping EngineerGIS Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Geomatics, Geography, or related field; some certificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's in GIS, Geography, or related field; certifications optional
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, data collection, mapping projects, engineering teamsOffice-based, GIS software, data management, map creation
Employer & Industry UsageEngineering firms, surveying companies, infrastructure projectsGovernment agencies, urban planning, environmental organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Junior Mapping Engineer and a GIS Technician lies in their focus and responsibilities. Junior Mapping Engineers often work on engineering-related mapping projects, involving fieldwork and technical analysis, while GIS Technicians primarily handle GIS data management, map creation, and software tasks. Both roles require related educational backgrounds and certifications, but Junior Mapping Engineers typically engage more in engineering projects and field activities.

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Infographic showing various Junior Mapping Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,799 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Survey Mapping Supervisor

Syracuse, NY • On-site

Prudent Engineering
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Prudent Engineeringexternal

$36.40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

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; Land Surveying and mapping; Hydrographic Surveying and mapping services.
Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
What you'll be able to do:
Prudent Engineering is seeking an experienced Mapping Supervisor to lead our growing Mapping/CAD team within the Land Surveying Department. This position is responsible for supervising mapping staff, coordinating project workloads, maintaining quality control, and producing high-quality survey mapping deliverables for transportation, municipal, energy, and private development projects throughout New York State.
The ideal candidate is an experienced survey mapping professional with strong technical knowledge of NYSDOT standards and procedures, leadership abilities, and a commitment to deliver quality products on schedule.
The requirements we seek:
  • Supervise and mentor the Survey Mapping/CAD team.
  • Assign daily and weekly workloads.
  • Monitor staff productivity and project schedules.
  • Coordinate staffing needs with the Survey Manager.
  • Train and develop junior mapping personnel.
  • Conduct quality reviews prior to project delivery.
  • Prepare and oversee the production of survey mapping deliverables, including existing conditions, topographic, boundary, ALTA/NSPS land title, right-of-way, acquisition, appropriation, and as-built surveys and maps.
  • Manage the development of highway boundary plans, control reports, survey base mapping, utility mapping, and construction stakeout base files to support planning, design, construction, and land acquisition projects.
  • Minimum 7 years of survey mapping experience and minimum 3 years supervising technical staff preferred.
  • Strong understanding of New York State surveying practices and preparing NYSDOT survey deliverables.
  • Strong understanding of coordinate systems and survey computations.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Technical Responsibilities
  • Process field survey data
  • Develop survey databases
  • Perform coordinate geometry calculations
  • Process GNSS and Total Station observations
  • Prepare Digital Terrain Models and surface models
  • Create cross sections and profiles
  • Produce final PDF and CAD deliverables
  • Maintain survey and drafting standards
  • Assist with drone and laser scanning data integration

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology, or related field.
  • CST Certification.
  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (preferred).
  • Experience with LiDAR and Reality Capture workflows.
  • Familiarity with ProjectWise and FileCamp.
  • Software Experience in MicroStation V8i, OpenRoads Designer, Bentley InRoads, Carlson Survey, Trimble Business Center and Trimble Access, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Leica Register360 and Microsoft Office Suite

What we offer:
  • Hourly pay of $36.40
  • Medical, dental & Vision Insurance.
  • 401K with company match.
  • PTO plus paid holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Continuing education support
  • Flexible work environment
  • 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.

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