Geospatial Analyst (Lidar / Utilities Focus)

GeoSearch; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoSearch is seeking a Geospatial Analyst with 2-3 years of experience specializing in LiDAR data processing for electrical utility applications. The role focuses on transmission and distribution corridor data, using MicroStation and PLS-CADD to support engineering and asset management workflows.

Responsibilities include processing and classifying LiDAR data, extracting utility features, developing geospatial deliverables, and collaborating with engineers and project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Surveying, or related field.
• 2–3 years of geospatial analysis or LiDAR processing experience.
• Experience working with LiDAR datasets and software.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and PLS-CADD.

Responsibilities

• Process LiDAR data for electric transmission and distribution projects.
• Extract utility features such as conductors, poles, towers, and vegetation encroachment.
• Develop geospatial deliverables using MicroStation and PLS-CADD.
• Prepare data for line design and engineering analysis.
• Perform QA/QC on LiDAR datasets and mapping products.
• Create planimetric and 3D mapping deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and analysts.
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to standards.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

LiDAR processing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Surveying, or related field

Tools

MicroStation

PLS-CADD

TerraScan

ArcGIS

Job description

We are seeking a Geospatial Analyst with 2-3 years of experience specializing in LiDAR data processing and extraction for electrical utility applications. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience working with transmission and distribution corridor data, utilizing MicroStation and PLS‑CADD to support engineering and asset management workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, classify, and analyze LiDAR point cloud data for electric transmission and distribution projects
• Extract utility features such as conductors, poles, towers, and vegetation encroachment
• Develop geospatial deliverables using MicroStation and PLS‑CADD
• Support engineering modeling workflows by preparing data for line design and analysis
• Perform QA/QC on LiDAR‑derived datasets and mapping products
• Generate planimetric and 3D mapping deliverables
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and analysts
• Maintain organized project files and adhere to standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Surveying, or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in geospatial analysis or LiDAR processing
• Experience working with LiDAR datasets
• Proficiency with MicroStation and PLS‑CADD
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting electrical utilities (transmission/distribution)
• Familiarity with vegetation management workflows
• Experience with TerraScan, ArcGIS, or similar tools
• Basic scripting knowledge (Python, VBA)

Key Competencies

• Analytical and spatial reasoning skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Commitment to quality and accuracy