Sr. GIS Specialist (m/f/d)

About the role

The role of Sr. GIS Specialist directly supports the company's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. The Sr. GIS Specialist will Support our transportation and civil engineering challenges across all our North American projects by mapping and visualizing all routes and challenges across all projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop maps to identify Nordex transportation solutions and constraints for all our North American projects.
• Develop, Use, integrate Nordex GIS tools, LIDAR data, Drone Othomosaic photometry data with AutoCAD and AutoTURN to assist the team in its evaluation of alternatives to best improve safety, access, and mobility.
• Nordex will empower you with the tools you need to best carry out each project/task.
• Perform basic design tasks and drawings related to the routing and transportation of components in the development of wind turbine projects.
• Travel up to 30% (including driving personal or rented vehicle) to attend client meetings, perform field surveys, or visit job sites.
• Locations likely to include remote areas across the US and Canada.
• Prepare documents to summarize mapping and include the results of desktop surveys and field surveys.
• Completing additional projects and special assignments (within your skillset or interested stretch targets) as requested.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ GED.
• Bachelors or Masters of Science in Engineering, Cartography, Geospatial Science or related field(s).
• Minimum 5 years of field experience with wind projects.
• Deep, specialized background routing and moving wind turbine components (blades, towers, nacelles), as well as off road applications within project cargo.
• 5 years of design experience with ArcGIS and other GIS systems.
• High proficiency in ArcGIS, including integration of company database and programs with County or Township GIS data.
• Working knowledge with laser and photographic data processing (LIDAR, Photo-othomosaics, or similar).
• Initiative-taking, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly, manage multiple and conflicting deadlines, and establish priorities.
• Solid time management, and follow-through skills.
• Valid US or CA Driver’s License.
• Willingness to travel to project site locations when necessary.
• Ability to travel domestic and international locations and on business as required (60% travel).
• Ability to obtain a passport.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position.

Qualifications

• Nordex Places The Highest Priority On The Safe Operations Of Its Business. As Such, We Are Seeking a Candidate Who Is Committed To Maintaining And Promoting Safety Standards At All Times.
• The Ideal Candidate Must Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats.
• Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

Skills

• High proficiency in ArcGIS, including integration of company database and programs with County or Township GIS data.
• Working knowledge with laser and photographic data processing (LIDAR, Photo-othomosaics, or similar).
• Initiative-taking, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work quickly, manage multiple and conflicting deadlines, and establish priorities.
• Solid time management, and follow-through skills.
• Valid US or CA Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel domestic and international locations and on business as required (60% travel).
• Ability to obtain a passport.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours).
• Medical & Pharmacy Insurance with multiple options to best meet your needs.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution.
• Flex Spending Account (FSA).
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Student Debt Repayment Tuition Reimbursement.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental Leave.
• Calm Subscription Gym Membership Reimbursement.
• Accident Insurance.
• Legal Plans.
• Spot Pet Insurance.
• Auto and Home Insurance.

Pay

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with some travel required.

Company

We are a small team that relishes doing what needs to be done to deliver for our customers. Nordex will support its employees with additional third party training and courses where needed to support the role or its requirements.