Transmission Siting Lead - GIS & Permitting

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services

Town of Texas (WI)

On-site

USD 76,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services is seeking a Transmission & Energy Siting and Permitting Lead to guide GIS routing analyses for electric transmission projects and permitting strategies. You will use advanced geospatial tools to support routing studies, constraint mapping, and alternatives analysis, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will mentor junior GIS staff, manage data quality, and stay current on GIS technologies and energy industry trends, with some travel to

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, or related field.
GIS certification (e.g., GISP) preferred.
4+ years of GIS experience, with a focus on routing, siting, or linear infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated experience supporting electric transmission, pipeline, or similar infrastructure routing projects.
Advanced proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and spatial analysis tools.
Experience with least-cost path analysis, suitability modeling, and constraint mapping.
Familiarity with environmental permitting processes (e.g., NEPA, State CPCN) and associated data layers.
Strong data management and geospatial analysis skills.
Ability to translate complex spatial data into clear, actionable insights.
Strong attention to detail and high-quality deliverable standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including map/exhibit storytelling.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Occasional travel to project sites, client offices, and other office locations.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead GIS-based routing analyses for linear infrastructure projects, including transmission line siting and alternatives analysis.
Prepare constraint mapping, suitability modeling, and corridor identification to support project development and permitting.
Analyze and integrate environmental, land use, engineering, and socio-economic datasets into project deliverables.
Support NEPA and state/local permitting efforts through GIS mapping, exhibit creation, and data management.
Produce high-quality maps, figures, and technical exhibits for reports, client presentations, and regulatory submissions.
Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and project managers to align technical analyses with project objectives.
Assist with proposal development, including technical approach and GIS/routing strategy.
Mentor junior GIS staff and provide technical guidance on geospatial best practices.
Maintain data quality, organization, and documentation standards across projects; and,
Stay current on GIS technologies, routing tools, and power/energy industry trends.