Principal Engineer - Gis

ScottishPower

Rochester, New York, United States
Base: $128,500-$160,400; bonus/equity: generous pe...
Fully remote
10+ years gis engineering experience
Esri arcgis pro and enterprise expertise
Utility transmission and substation asset knowledge
The Principal Engineer serves as the senior technical authority for geospatial engineering and spatial data governance supporting NYSEG and RG&E electric transmission systems

Job Summary

  • The Principal Engineer serves as the senior technical authority for geospatial engineering and spatial data governance supporting NYSEG and RG&E electric transmission systems.
  • This role leads complex spatial studies including transmission line routing, environmental constraints modeling, and the integration of GIS with engineering platforms like PLS CADD and SAP.
  • Candidates will receive a competitive base salary ranging from $128,500 to $160,400 along with a 12% 401(k) match and comprehensive health benefits.

Matching Summary

The Principal Engineer serves as the senior technical authority for geospatial engineering and spatial data governance supporting NYSEG and RG&E electric transmission systems.

Salary

Base: $128,500-$160,400; Bonus/Equity: Generous performance-based bonuses; Benefits: 12% 401(k) match, health/dental/vision, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years GIS engineering experience
  • ESRI ArcGIS Pro and Enterprise expertise
  • Utility transmission and substation asset knowledge
  • Integration with PLS CADD and SAP systems
  • LiDAR processing and spatial analytics skills
  • Environmental permitting and regulatory workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in Geomatics or Engineering
  • GISP professional certification
  • Mentorship of technical teams
  • Experience with digital twin development
  • Strong cross-functional leadership abilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geomatics, or Engineering required
  • 10+ years progressive GIS engineering experience in electric utility sector
  • Expert level understanding of geospatial modeling and coordinate systems
  • Proven ability to manage complex data systems and mitigate quality risk

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