Senior Mapping Scientist

WGI; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

LTD & STD

Life Insurance

401k with match

PTO

Holidays

HSA with company contribution

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WGI in Denver is seeking a Senior Mapping Scientist with 5–10 years of experience to develop procedures ensuring the accuracy and quality of LiDAR data for aerial utility infrastructure. The role emphasizes leadership in mentoring staff and integrating new technologies.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, CS, or Business Administration; ASPRS CMS or CP preferred; strong experience with ArcGIS and LiDAR processing tools; US work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or Business Administration required.
• ASPRS Certified Mapping Scientist (CMS) Or Certified Photogrammetrist (CP) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience using software tools and packages for LiDAR Processing.
• Must have experience and working knowledge with ArcGIS, GeoCue, Global Mapper, Inertial Explorer, LAStools, LP360, Optech-LMS, POSPac MMS, QTModeler, RiPROCESS, and TerraSolid.

Responsibilities

• Takes an active role in coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to less-senior level staff; provides daily on-the-job training for team members.
• Research project information.
• Participate in client and subconsultant meetings
• Have a thorough understanding of LiDAR sensor technology, including GNSS/IMU data, and LiDAR calibration methodology
• Adapt to and integrate new technologies in support of performing QA/QC for utility poles LiDAR
• Develop efficient workflows for training new associates
• Adhere to safety and information security policies
• Work well independently and as a team member
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

LiDAR Processing

Team mentoring

Client meetings

Education

Geography

GIS

Computer Science

Business Administration

Tools

ArcGIS

GeoCue

Global Mapper

Inertial Explorer

LAStools

LP360

Optech-LMS

POSPac MMS

QTModeler

RiPROCESS

TerraSolid

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Mapping Scientist with 5-10 years of experience in the Denver, CO office.

The candidate will be directly responsible for developing and implementing procedures for ensuring the accuracy and quality of data related to electrical and telecommunications components for aerial utility infrastructure.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

Comp range: $90,000 to $115,000

• Takes an active role in coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to less-senior level staff; provides daily "on-the-job" training for team members.
• Research project information.
• Participate in client and subconsultant meetings
• Have a thorough understanding of LiDAR sensor technology, including GNSS/IMU data, and LiDAR calibration methodologie
• Adapt to and integrate new technologies in support of performing QA/QC for utility polesLiDAR
• Develop efficient workflows for training new associates
• Adhere to safety and information security policies
• Work well independently and as a team member
• Other duties as assigned
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or Business Administration required.
• ASPRS Certified Mapping Scientist (CMS) Or Certified Photogrammetrist (CP) preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience using software tools and packages for LiDAR Processing
• Must have experience and working knowledge with software like ArcGIS, GeoCue, Global Mapper, Inertial Explorer, LAStools, LP360, Optech-LMS, POSPac MMS, QTModeler, RiPROCESS, and TerraSolid

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse. The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.