GIS Specialist
About The Position
Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is a full-service environmental consulting firm specializing in all aspects of environmental permitting, inspection, and compliance monitoring. From a project’s inception to its final release, EEG’s knowledgeable staff utilizes a multifaceted plan of action to meet project milestones, maintain compliance regulations, and ensure a successful path to construction completion. Energy Environmental Group is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work. Energy Environmental Group is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. EEG is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization. Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is seeking a mid-level GIS Specialist with 3–5 years of experience to support our transmission line construction and environmental teams. This position will assist with the development and maintenance of GIS databases, ArcGIS Online web maps and applications, variance development and tracking, and mapping for transmission line projects. Experience with transmission line infrastructure and environmental mapping is preferred but not required.
Requirements
- Three (3) years of progressive experience in a role requiring extensive use of GIS and related tools.
- Strong proficiency with Esri ArcGIS software and extensions (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, Spatial Analyst, 3D Analyst).
- Demonstrated cartographic and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with GIS staff and multidisciplinary teams.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of ArcGIS Online and applications, including Dashboards, Survey123 Connect, Field Maps Designer, and QuickCapture.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Arcade, SQL, or similar.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Nice To Haves
- Willingness and ability to obtain FAA Part 107 UAS certification to support drone operations associated with transmission line construction.
- Interest in continued professional development and obtaining future GIS certifications (e.g., GISP, Esri technical certifications).
- Experience in the electric utility or transmission infrastructure industry is a plus.
- Certificate in Geographic Information Science is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform GIS data management and produce high-quality mapping for transmission lines and associated infrastructure.
- Manage environmental GIS data and map deliverables in support of permitting, sensitive species analysis, and biological field operations.
- Work independently or with minimal supervision from senior GIS staff.
- Provide input into the design and development of cartographic products, geodatabases, GIS tools, and applications.
- Identify and resolve database conflicts, data inconsistencies, layer corruption, coordinate system issues, and third-party data integration challenges.
- Use Python, Arcade, and other scripting languages to develop, automate, and optimize GIS workflows, data management, and spatial analysis.
- Collaborate with project managers, clients, biological teams, and vendors to ensure accurate and effective use of GIS data and processes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
