Transmission & Energy - Siting & Permitting Lead

The role

This person will lead GIS analysis and routing support for power infrastructure projects. They will perform routing studies, constraints mapping, and permitting support for electric transmission lines and power generation siting.

What you will do

• Develop and lead GIS-based routing analyses for linear infrastructure projects
• Prepare constraint mapping, suitability modeling, and corridor identification
• Analyze and integrate environmental, land use, engineering, and socio-economic datasets
• Support NEPA and state/local permitting efforts through GIS mapping and data management
• Produce high-quality maps, figures, and technical exhibits
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and project managers
• Assist with proposal development
• Mentor junior GIS staff and provide technical guidance
• Maintain data quality, organization, and documentation standards
• Stay current on GIS technologies, routing tools, and power/energy industry trends

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, or related field
• 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
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to occasionally participate in field work, as needed

Nice to have

• GIS certification (e.g., GISP) preferred

Benefits

• Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k)/Roth with company match
• Paid time off including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Educational reimbursement
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible work schedules
• Extensive training
• Wellness programs

About the company

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, and large infrastructure programs. The firm is ranked among the top ten Best Firms to Work For and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide.