Geospatial Scientist

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

2d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Invenergy is seeking a Geospatial Scientist to support the development of thermal energy projects through geospatial analysis, site evaluation, routing and siting assessments, and technical research. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Routing & Siting, this role will partner closely with engineering, development, permitting, and project teams to identify opportunities, constraints, and risks throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate combines strong GIS and analytical capabilities with a curiosity for learning, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to communicate technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Cartography, Geology, Environmental Science, GIS, or a related field.
4+ years of relevant experience in geospatial analysis, engineering, environmental planning, or related disciplines.
Experience working with ESRI products, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online/Portal, and ArcMap.
Ability to perform spatial analyses and interpret environmental, technical, and geophysical datasets.
Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Experience working effectively across multiple stakeholders and disciplines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to travel occasionally as business needs require.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting thermal, renewable energy, infrastructure, transmission, or other large-scale development projects.
Experience working with raster datasets and geophysical data products.
Familiarity with routing, siting, permitting, or project development processes.
Experience with Python, GIS automation, or workflow optimization tools.

Responsibilities

Conduct geospatial analyses to support project development, routing, siting, and due diligence activities.
Assess environmental, physical, permitting, and operational constraints that may impact project development and execution.
Utilize GIS tools and spatial datasets to identify project opportunities, risks, and potential fatal flaws.
Analyze raster datasets, geophysical information, and other technical data to support project evaluations.
Develop maps, GIS products, technical memorandums, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
Collaborate with engineering, development, permitting, and project management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Support site layout development and optimization of project infrastructure and equipment placement.
Monitor project progress and communicate risks, recommendations, and key findings to stakeholders and management.
Support preparation of technical documentation, RFPs, RFIs, scopes of work, and contractor deliverables.
Maintain geospatial data quality, governance, and documentation standards.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including evaluation of new tools, technologies, and workflows.
Assist with project execution through research, documentation, data organization, and coordination across project teams.