GIS/CAD Specialist

GSI Environmental Inc.


Date: 2 days ago
City: Missoula, MT
Contract type: Full time
Description

GSI is seeking a full-time GIS/CAD Specialist to join our team in Missoula, Montana, to assist with the visual representation of technical concepts. This position entails a firm understanding of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software to support GSI’s team of professional engineers, geologists, and scientists. You will support both domestic and international environmental and engineering projects that include natural resource development litigation support and expert witness work, environmental investigation and remediation, risk assessments, permitting and compliance, stakeholder engagements, research and development (R&D), and more.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities for the GIS/CAD Specialist position include, but are not limited to:

  • Utilize GIS and associated ESRI ArcGIS software (ArcGIS Desktop/ArcGIS Pro) to visualize, digitize, transform, query, and analyze environmental and spatial data;
  • Utilize computer-aided drafting (CAD) software to produce detailed technical drawings, site maps, and figures;
  • Generate visualization tools, such as GIS maps and/or posters, for litigation support, reporting, statistical analyses, professional presentations and workshops, and more;
  • Work alongside technical staff within the company to develop drawings packages for environmental and civil engineering projects;
  • Assist other GIS/CAD Specialists within the company with project-specific tasks.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience drafting in CAD systems and using GIS required; work experience with similar engineering and science consulting firm. (preferred)
  • Associate’s Degree or more advanced degree in GIS or related engineering or science discipline. (preferred)
  • Strong skills with ESRI ArcGIS software, including cartography techniques and best practices, open source GIS software (e.g., Google Earth), data visualization, and MS Excel. (required)
  • Knowledge of database management, such as MS Access.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills and understanding of data quality control concepts. (required)
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment to meet project needs. (required)
  • Strong time-management skills and schedule flexibility to accommodate multiple project deadlines and deliverables. (required)
  • Familiarity with environmental analytical data a plus.
  • Familiarity with GPS data collection and interpretation methods. (preferred)
  • Familiarity with CAD data formats and integration workflows for CAD and GIS. (preferred)

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