TerraFirma is transforming construction through automation and bold engineering—faster, safer, and cheaper. Join us in building the future from Texas. Backed by Kleiner Perkins.
About the role
Lead the geospatial, CAD, and survey function end to end, from bid-stage takeoff through machine-control models, progress surveys, and final as-builts Build 3D design surfaces, corridor models, and machine-control files (Trimble, Topcon, Leica, or similar) from civil plan sets, and QC them before they go to the fleet Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 7+ years of experience in CAD, survey, or geospatial work on earthwork, heavy civil, or site development projects
- Proven experience building 3D models and machine-control files for grading and excavation, and troubleshooting them in the field
- Proficiency in Civil 3D and at least one machine-control or takeoff platform (e.g., Trimble Business Center, AGTEK, Topcon Magnet, Carlson, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with survey equipment (GNSS rovers, robotic total stations) and with drone or LiDAR data processing
- Experience leading or mentoring technicians and setting standards others follow
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with estimators, project managers, operators, and software engineers
More about this role
At TerraFirma, we’re redefining how the world moves earth for construction. Founded by former SpaceX engineers and backed by Kleiner Perkins and Bain Capital Ventures, TerraFirma is automating construction to make it faster, cheaper, and safer.
At SpaceX, we were part of the teams that built the largest rocket in human history, launched the largest constellation of satellites ever made, and delivered connectivity to millions of people worldwide. What we learned was simple: infrastructure is everything.
At Starbase, the biggest barrier to launching missions to Mars was not building the rocket. It was how slow, expensive, and complex it was to build the infrastructure around it. We lacked buildings, roads, water, power, communications, and waste management, and constructing them took far more time and resources than it should have.
From a first-principles perspective, that doesn't make sense. It shouldn't be this hard or costly to create the foundations for progress. That’s when we realized something important: the same engineering mindset that enabled us to tackle space exploration and mass manufacturing could be applied to infrastructure. By bringing the principles of...
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