GIS Specialist - Entry Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co • Minneapolis, MN

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a GIS specialist to join our renewable energy team in our Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. In this hybrid role, you will support renewable energy civil design and geotechnical investigation projects (wind, solar, and storage) across North America. You will contribute to a wide range of GIS activities, including spatial data analysis, field investigation support, report figure creation, data management, and quality control. A successful person in this role is detail-oriented, highly organized, and adaptable, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. They are proactive in identifying GIS best practices and technical solutions and are comfortable working in fast-paced project environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, geology, environmental science, geography, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro for mapping, spatial analysis, and data management.
• Experience sourcing and working with geospatial data from public sources.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in GIS, geography, environmental science, geology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of GIS experience, particularly in consulting environments.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcSDE geodatabases, and scripting (Arcade, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
• Experience with GPS data collection and mobile applications (Esri Field Maps, Survey123).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, QGIS, Adobe Illustrator, and gINT.

Responsibilities

• Perform spatial data analysis using raster and vector datasets; manage, format, and edit datasets to support project needs.
• Create maps and report figures using GIS software to effectively communicate project findings.
• Provide GIS support for field investigations, including data collection and processing.
• Complete database entries and queries and support web mapping applications and GIS platforms.
• Coordinate GIS data with other applications such as AutoCAD and Google Earth to support multidisciplinary project needs.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of GIS outputs; identify and communicate best practices and technical solutions to internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level