Senior GIS Analyst - Utility Network

Cloudpoint Geospatial•Metamora, IL

11d•$75,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

Cloudpoint Geospatial is seeking a Senior GIS Analyst to perform and lead hands-on ArcGIS Utility Network data migration projects. As an Esri Network Management Specialty partner, Cloudpoint helps utilities and local governments migrate data to the ArcGIS Utility Network and maximize their investment in Esri technology. The Senior GIS Analyst will serve as the in-house Utility Network expert, assessing and preparing legacy utility data, configuring and loading the Utility Network, resolving complex data issues, and developing repeatable migration workflows for the Infrastructure & Utilities team. The role also serves as technical lead on migration projects and includes training and mentoring GIS users. The ideal candidate has hands-on Utility Network experience, is detail-oriented and analytical, can solve complex data problems, and can explain technical concepts clearly to coworkers and clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of professional GIS experience, preferably with utility projects.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience with the ArcGIS Utility Network, including participation in at least one Utility Network data migration.
Strong proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and working knowledge of ArcGIS Enterprise.
Solid understanding of geodatabase design, data modeling, and network connectivity concepts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and close attention to detail.
Ability to clearly document technical processes and teach them to others.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project managers and technical teams.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly for a utility in water, wastewater, stormwater, telecom, electric, or gas.
Experience leading multiple Utility Network migrations, including migrating a geometric network to the Utility Network.
Python/ArcPy scripting and/or FME experience.
Experience with enterprise databases such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
Experience training or mentoring other GIS professionals.
ArcGIS Utility Network Associate certification.
Safe Software FME Certified Professional certification.

Responsibilities

Serve as technical lead on Utility Network data migration projects from data assessment and cleanup through data loading, validation, and go-live.
Assess existing utility data, including geometric networks, legacy geodatabases, and CAD, and identify gaps, errors, and connectivity issues before migration.
Clean and prepare data for migration, including attribute standardization and connectivity corrections.
Map legacy schemas to Esri Utility Network foundation models and asset packages, and configure asset packages to meet client needs.
Load data into the Utility Network using Esri data loading tools, FME, Python, or other appropriate tools.
Enable network topology, resolve dirty areas and topology errors, and configure subnetworks, tiers, and trace configurations.
Configure and test attribute rules, branch versioning, and related editing workflows.
Publish and configure Utility Network services and applications in ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and Field Maps.
Develop and run QA/QC processes to validate migrated data.
Develop, document, and continually improve standardized migration workflows, scripts, and tools for use across projects.
Train and mentor team members on Utility Network concepts and data migration workflows.
Coordinate with project managers on technical scope, effort estimates, schedules, and hours for migration projects.
Lead technical working sessions with client GIS staff and provide post-migration support as needed.
Stay current with changes in Esri technologies, especially Utility Network releases and tools.