Reality Capture 3D Laser Scanning Specialist

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.

Our Reality Capture team has an opening for a Reality Capture 3D Laser Scanning Specialist. This role could be based in the following studios:

• Dallas
• Fort Worth
• Houston
• Omaha

About Reality Capture at DLR Group

The Reality Capture team utilizes a combination of lidar 3D scans, photogrammetry, photographs, and construction documents to create 3D models that elevate accuracy and safety throughout the lifecycle of our projects. Reality capture delivers ultra-precise documentation that captures details invisible to traditional methods. From historic preservation to commercial development, reality capture accelerates design phases and reduces costs.

Position Summary

As a Reality Capture 3D Laser Scanning Specialist, you will use advanced 3D laser scanning, drone capture, and reality capture technologies to document existing buildings and environments and transform field data into accurate digital models. Working closely with integrated design teams, you will combine technical expertise, an understanding of building documentation, and attention to detail to deliver reliable data that informs design decisions. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about emerging technology, enjoys working in both field and office environments, and is motivated to advance the use of reality capture across the built environment.

DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. 

What You Will Do

• Perform field 3D laser scanning, registration, processing, and delivery of point cloud data for use by internal project teams and external clients
• Operate a variety of 3D laser scanning and reality capture equipment to accurately and efficiently document existing buildings, sites, and spaces
• Process, align, and integrate point cloud data with BIM/Revit models, performing QA/QC to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Participate in drone capture, photogrammetry processing, and delivery of video, still imagery, and digital models based on project requirements