Geographical Info System Specialist

LyondellBasell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell in Houston seeks an experienced Enterprise GIS Program Administrator to lead ArcGIS Enterprise platform, UPDM geodatabase, and integration with critical systems. You will own the GIS environment, ensure stability, data integrity, and in‑house stewardship across Engineering, Integrity, Operations, HSE, and Projects.

The role requires 5–10+ years administering enterprise ArcGIS, strong Python, SQL, and API skills, and knowledge of PHMSA rules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5–10+ years administering enterprise‑scale ArcGIS environments.
• Deep expertise with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, SQL Server, and SDE.
• Hands‑on experience with UPDM, pipeline/terminal GIS, or regulated asset environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python (ArcPy), ModelBuilder, SQL, REST APIs, and ETL tools.
• Demonstrated experience with versioning, authoritative editing, QA/QC, reconcile/post, and schema management.
• Strong understanding of PHMSA Part 192/195 and IMP workflows.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Platform Ownership & Administration: Administer ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Portal, Server, Data Store, ArcGIS Pro, and mobile apps.
• Geodatabase Stewardship (UPDM‑Aligned): Authoritative editing, versioning, and lineage tracking; QA/QC; audit‑ready documentation.
• Data Integration & Operational Enablement: Build ETL pipelines and API integrations; support key workflows; ensure GIS outputs meet requirements.
• Application Delivery & User Support: Publish and maintain services, maps, dashboards, and apps; provide training across departments.
• Governance, Security & Continuous Improvement: Establish GIS governance, data standards, and publishing workflows; monitor performance and data quality.

Skills

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Online

SQL Server

SDE

Python (ArcPy)

ModelBuilder

REST APIs

ETL tools

QA/QC

Versioning

PHMSA Part 192/195

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS or related field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

IIS

Azure

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Geographical Information’s System (GIS) Program Administrator to lead the design, operation, and continuous improvement of our global ArcGIS Enterprise platform and UPDM ‑ aligned geodatabase supporting pipeline, terminal, and operational workflows.

This role serves as the primary technical owner of our enterprise GIS environment—responsible for platform stability, data integrity, authoritative editing, versioning, schema management, and integration with critical operational systems. You will replace outsourced geodatabase maintenance functions and bring full in ‑ house stewardship to a mission ‑ critical system used across Engineering, Integrity, Operations, Maintenance, HSE, and Projects.

If you are passionate about enterprise GIS, regulated asset environments, and building high ‑ performing geospatial platforms, this is a high ‑ impact opportunity.

A Day in the Life

Platform Ownership & Administration

• Administer ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Portal, Server, Data Store, ArcGIS Pro, and mobile apps.
• Manage user roles, authentication, license pools, and access controls.
• Oversee DEV/TEST/PROD environments, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security across EPO pipeline regions.

Geodatabase Stewardship (UPDM‑Aligned)

• Perform authoritative editing, versioning, and lineage tracking.
• Execute structured QA/QC workflows and ensure UPDM compliance.
• Lead reconcile/post cycles and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Manage schema evolution, domains, subtypes, relationship classes, and feature rules.
• Conduct compression, indexing, backups, and performance tuning.

Data Integration & Operational Enablement

• Build and maintain Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) pipelines and API integrations.
• Support key workflows including JBA, valve inspections, CP reference data, IMP visualization, and project alignment sheets.
• Ensure GIS outputs meet PHMSA, OEMS, and internal stakeholder requirements.

Application Delivery & User Support

• Publish and maintain enterprise GIS services, maps, dashboards, and applications.
• Provide support and deliver training across Engineering, Integrity, Operations, HSE, and Projects.

Governance, Security & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and enforce GIS governance, data standards, and publishing workflows.
• Maintain compliance with PHMSA Part 192/195, IT security, and OEMS governance.
• Monitor system performance, user adoption, and data quality through dashboards.
• Communicate platform strategy, roadmap, and performance metrics to leadership.

You Bring This Value

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5–10+ years administering enterprise‑scale ArcGIS environments.
• Deep expertise with ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, SQL Server, and SDE.
• Hands‑on experience with UPDM, pipeline/terminal GIS, or regulated asset environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python (ArcPy), ModelBuilder, SQL, REST APIs, and ETL tools.
• Demonstrated experience with versioning, authoritative editing, QA/QC, reconcile/post, and schema management.
• Strong understanding of PHMSA Part 192/195 and IMP workflows.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience replacing or internalizing outsourced geodatabase maintenance functions.
• Background supporting GIS for pipeline integrity, corrosion, CP, or operations.
• Familiarity with PCS, NIMA, SCADA, or similar operational systems.
• ESRI technical certifications (Enterprise Admin, Geodata Management, Desktop).
• Experience with IIS, Azure, hybrid cloud/on‑prem architectures, and global deployments.

What We Offer

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills

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