GIS Solution Engineer - Transportation

NextGenEnergyJobs; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a GIS subject matter expert to lead spatial analysis, map creation, and ArcGIS configuration within transportation-focused projects. The role emphasizes building client relationships, delivering technical demonstrations, and translating GIS insights into business value.

You will become the subject matter expert on Esri technology, contribute to solution design, and guide presentations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications.
• 1+ years of experience working in or supporting the transportation industry.
• Understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, virtualization, cloud computing).
• Experience in technical consulting and conceptual solution design as well as an understanding of sales and business development processes.
• Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and environments (Microsoft Azure or AWS).
• Remarkable presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills.
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally 25-50%.
• Bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• Ability to troubleshoot client issues related to Esri application deployment and system architecture.
• Experience integrating software solutions with other business systems including data warehousing, BI, CRM, ERP, and analytics platforms.
• Experience incorporating real-time information streams with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure.
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence/machine learning concepts.
• Master’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships. Present, demonstrate, and support selling Esri software and solutions as part of the account team.
• Be an expert. Become a subject matter expert of the transportation industry as well as a technical expert of ArcGIS.
• Solve problems. Proactively craft and propose solutions that clarify how GIS brings business value to our customers.
• Tell our story. Present technical demonstrations of proposed solutions to customers and design presentations for various audiences.

Skills

Spatial analysis

Presentation & communication

Solution design

Sales knowledge

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Real-time data understanding

AI/ML concepts understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in geography or computer science or related field

Master’s degree in geography or computer science or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Geodatabases

DBMS

Microsoft Azure

AWS

Web services

Job description

As a GIS subject matter expert, you’re a natural at identifying the right analysis tools for the problem at hand.

Key Responsibilities

• Build relationships. Present, demonstrate, and support selling Esri software and solutions as part of the account team. Support your team as you help plan and execute sales strategies.
• Be an expert. Become a subject matter expert of the transportation industry as well as a technical expert of ArcGIS. Speak confidently with customers about Esri technologies and thoroughly communicate the Esri message. Be a visionary for your customers anticipating their needs and the technology trends that may impact them.
• Solve problems . Proactively craft and propose solutions that clarify how GIS brings business value to our customers by addressing the critical challenges they face. Define and deliver strategies to customers that align Esri technology with their business.
• Tell our story. Present technical demonstrations of proposed solutions to customers. Successfully design presentations for technical and non-technical customers. Provide best practices related to the use, deployment, and administration of Esri technology. Present at conferences and trade shows.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience with Esri technology creating maps, performing spatial analysis, and configuring web applications
• 1+ years of experience working in or supporting the transportation industry
• Understanding of ArcGIS from an IT context (such as hardware, storage, security, networking, web services, virtualization, cloud computing)
• Experience in technical consulting and conceptual solution design as well as an understanding of sales and business development processes
• Experience with geodatabases and underlying DBMS technology
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and environments (Microsoft Azure or AWS)
• Remarkable presentation, interpersonal, and listening skills
• Ability to travel domestically or internationally 25-50%
• Bachelor’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S
• Ability to troubleshoot client issues related to Esri application deployment and system architecture
• Experience integrating software solutions with other business systems including data warehousing, BI, CRM, ERP, and analytics platforms
• Experience incorporating real-time information streams with existing GIS data and IT infrastructure
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence/machine learning concepts
• Master’s degree in geography, computer science, or a related field
• Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
• A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is