GIS Specialist, Renewables — Spatial Analysis & Automation

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Renewables team. The role focuses on spatial analysis, cartography, and data management to support renewable energy projects.

You will work with clients and team members, delivering technically proficient GIS solutions in desktop and mobile formats. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of GIS experience, a degree in GIS or related field, and strong knowledge of ArcGIS, Python scripting, and data management.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years GIS experience
• Degree in GIS, geography, or related field
• Proficiency in spatial analysis, cartography, and GIS data management
• Strong ArcGIS knowledge and related software
• Experience developing and maintaining GIS applications
• Experience scripting and automating GIS tasks
• Familiarity with latest GIS technology trends and workflows
• Excellent communication and ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Perform spatial analyses and create maps and data visualizations
• Interpret and manage GIS datasets with thorough documentation
• Innovate processes and improve GIS workflows
• Deliver detailed GIS analyses using ArcGIS platform and create mapping products
• Develop and maintain geospatial data across desktop and mobile apps
• Create scripts to automate routine GIS tasks
• Stay updated on GIS technologies and implement innovative solutions
• Collaborate with clients and team, explaining technical concepts clearly
• Mentor junior GIS specialists on the team

Skills

Spatial analysis

Cartography

Data management

Communication

Client interaction

Education

GIS/geography degree

Tools

ArcGIS

ArcGIS Online

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Enterprise

Python scripting

AutoCAD

DWG

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced GIS Specialist to join our Renewables team. The role focuses on spatial analysis, cartography, and data management to support renewable energy projects.

You will work with clients and team members, delivering technically proficient GIS solutions in desktop and mobile formats. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of GIS experience, a degree in GIS or related field, and strong knowledge of ArcGIS, Python scripting, and data management.