GIS Analyst – Utility Transmission & Distribution

GIS Analyst – Utility Transmission & Distribution

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Position Overview:
We are seeking an analytically driven GIS Analyst to support a key client in the electric utility industry, focused on transmission and distribution (T&D) systems. This is a client-facing, in-office role based in Fort Worth, TX. The ideal candidate has solid technical GIS skills, a sharp analytical mindset, and the ability to support planning and operational initiatives through spatial data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze spatial and tabular data related to electric transmission and distribution networks.
• Develop advanced GIS models and tools for asset management, network planning, and regulatory reporting.
• Work directly with client stakeholders to interpret business needs and deliver GIS-based analytical solutions.
• Create dashboards, visualizations, and reports to present insights from spatial data.
• Perform spatial analysis for proximity, risk, outage impact, and network connectivity.
• Ensure data accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support decision-making with GIS analytics.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
• 3 years of professional GIS experience in a utility or infrastructure environment.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS (Desktop, Pro, and Online).
• Experience managing and analyzing utility GIS data (e.g., substations, transmission lines).
• Strong analytical and communication skills in a client-facing environment.
• Proficiency with SQL and working with large datasets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or ArcGIS Dashboards.
• Familiarity with utility asset or outage management systems (e.g., Maximo, SAP).
• Proficiency with Python, Model Builder, or automation tools for geospatial analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards in electric utilities.
• Background in statistical or geospatial modeling.

Work Environment:

• This is a 100% in-office role, based in Fort Worth, TX.
• Frequent interaction with client stakeholders is expected.
• Occasional collaboration with field personnel and engineers may be required.

Pre-Qualifications

• Applicants must pass a pre-employment background screening.
• All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
• All candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the region where the role is needed

Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Client-Facing: Yes

AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Please note that this position is undergoing ongoing scouting and recruitment and therefore does not have a set closing date. Our talent acquisition team will review all resumes and will be in touch with you if you are a match to the role and if we have openings under the position at the time of your submission. Otherwise, your resume will be kept on file for further consideration contingent on recruitment needs for this role.