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Michael Barber

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Surveying Engineer at Vermessungsbüro Mittelstädt & Trau, engineering wind and solar farm layouts and route surveys.

Germany

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking office-based roles in GIS, point cloud and survey data processing, and drawing production, while remaining available for field data collection as project needs require.

At Vermessungsbüro Mittelstädt & Trau, I engineer wind and solar farm layouts and route surveys for civil construction teams. I also survey drainage and sewer systems, documenting flow networks, diameters, and materials for downstream design.

At Eseebase GmbH, I captured, validated, registered, and processed terrestrial and mobile laser scan data using FARO and GeoSLAM. I prepared structured point cloud data for BIM and 3D modeling environments and supported CO2 optimization workflows.

Earlier, I produced engineering CAD drawings and conducted field surveys at Smith Neubecker & Associates, and worked on topographic, cadastral, and boundary surveys at Graham Engineering. I’m seeking office-based work in GIS, point cloud and survey data processing, and drawing production, while remaining available for field data collection as projects require.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Surveying Engineer

Current

Vermessungsbüro Mittelstädt & Trau

Jul 2026 - Present (3 months)

Engineered high-precision wind/solar farm layouts and complex route surveys, ensuring millimeter accuracy for civil construction teams. Executed advanced drainage and sewer system surveys, optimizing the field-to-office data pipeline.

Topcon Leica Drainage Surveys Route Survey Field To Office Data Pipeline Civil Construction

Surveying Specialist / Laser Scanning

Eseebase GmbH

Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 (11 months)

Captured and managed high-density spatial data using terrestrial and mobile laser scanning technologies. Validated, registered, and processed massive raw point cloud datasets, acting as the primary technical gatekeeper before transferring clean, structured data into BIM and 3D modeling environments.

FARO GeoSLAM Point Cloud Processing Data Validation BIM 3D Modeling CO2 Optimization

Party Chief

US Surveyor

Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)

Performed detailed ALTA/NSPS land title surveys and complex heavy construction staking using hybrid and robotic total stations. Executed comprehensive courthouse boundary research, surrounding tract verification, and strict project document control.

ALTA Land Survey Construction Staking Robotic Total Station Boundary Research Document Control

Construction Worker / Field Survey

Various clients

Jan 2016 - Dec 2022 (6 years 11 months)

Performed elevation bench-level work to set and verify footing pads for construction projects. Carried out concrete foundation work and framing.

Benchwork Footings Concrete framing

Administrative Assistant (Surveying & Construction Programs)

Vincennes University

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 11 months)

Supported academic surveying and construction management programs through meticulous office administration, enrollment recruitment, and document control.

Office Administration Recruitment And Enrollment Document Control

Carpenter / Timber Framing (Self-Employed)

Self-Employed

Jan 2007 - Dec 2012 (5 years 11 months)

Specialized in structural timber framing, premium custom builds, and high-end finished window/door framing. Managed direct client relations, sub-contractor coordination, and strict material layout execution.

Timber Construction Custom Builds Window Carpentry Door Frames Client Relations Subcontractor coordination

CAD Technician / Party Chief

Smith Neubecker & Associates

Jan 2004 - Dec 2006 (2 years 11 months)

Produced comprehensive engineering CAD drawings and conducted parallel field surveys, optimizing data flow from field collector to finished blueprint. Prepared and finalized legal survey documents for municipal Planning Commission approvals.

CAD Engineering Drawings Field Survey Legal Survey Documents Commission Approvals

Crew Chief / Instrument Operator

Graham Engineering

Jan 1990 - Dec 2004 (14 years 11 months)

Executed long-term topographic, cadastral, and boundary surveys across southern Indiana, managing historical document research and local database construction.

Topographic Surveys Cadastral Survey Boundary Surveys Historical Research Database Construction

Deputy County Surveyor

Monroe County

Jan 2000 - Dec 2000 (11 months)

Managed official county cadastral databases and recorded public land surveys. Performed critical Public Land Survey System (PLSS) Section Corner Perpetuation.

Cadastral Data Management Land Surveying Public Land Survey System Section Corner Perpetuation

Combat Engineer / Artillery Surveyor

US Army National Guard

Jan 1990 - Dec 1998 (8 years 11 months)

Applied early high-precision GPS-based positioning and navigation systems (P.A.D.S.) in artillery survey operations.

GPS PADS Artillery Survey

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Vincennes University

Bachelor of Science, Land Surveying Management; Construction Project Management

2017 - 2022

Grade: Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.78)

Earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Land Surveying Management and Construction Project Management, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.78. Coursework included GPS/GNSS machine control systems for excavation equipment.