LiDAR Specialist

Are you a passionate geospatial professional driven to solve real-world challenges? Join NV5, a nationally recognized leader in geospatial technology, and become a key player in revolutionizing utility vegetation management. We're seeking a talented LiDAR Specialist to join our dynamic team and contribute to the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure.

In this pivotal role, you'll be at the forefront of applying advanced LiDAR and GIS technologies to optimize vegetation management programs for our utility clients. You'll collaborate with domain experts and management to drive product innovation, scale our workflows, and tackle complex problems with creative solutions. Your expertise will directly contribute to the growth and success of our business unit.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, supporting data analysis within MicroStation environments, including Bentley's MicroStation while ensuring the final product meets client needs.

Beyond technical proficiency, you'll be a leader and mentor, sharing your knowledge and guiding the technical growth of our team. You'll play a crucial role in clarifying project scopes, fostering strong client relationships, and ensuring seamless project execution.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, possess a strong analytical mindset, and are eager to leverage your LiDAR expertise we want to hear from you!

Process, analyze, and interpret LiDAR and GIS datasets to identify vegetation risks to utility assets.
• Perform advanced classification, segmentation, and extraction of vegetation and infrastructure from LiDAR point clouds.

• Utilize remote sensing techniques to assess vegetation growth, encroachments, and risk factors, providing critical information for proactive management.

• Understand and develop scripts and automation tools (Python, SQL, FME) to streamline data processing and enhance efficiency.

• Integrate GIS and LiDAR workflows with asset management and work-order systems and explore cloud-based GIS platforms for optimal data management.

• Work closely with utility companies, vegetation management teams, and field crews to provide actionable insights and ensure project success.

• Assist in scope definition, project planning, and client communication, and provide training and mentorship to junior team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Remote Sensing, Forestry, Environmental Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Master's degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, or a related discipline (a plus, especially for advanced analytics and automation roles).
• Relevant certifications (GISP, ASPRS Certified LiDAR Technologist, Esri Technical Certifications) are highly valued.
• Proven expertise in advanced LiDAR analytics, machine learning applications, and geospatial data automation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in guiding teams and mentoring junior staff.

Skills:

• Proficient with: ArcGIS, QGIS, MicroStation, other 3D point cloud modeling software
• Programming Skills: Python, SQL, R (for automation and geospatial analysis).
• Remote Sensing Skills: LiDAR classification, machine learning algorithm understanding
• Understanding of the Utility Industry: Transmission and distribution networks, vegetation compliance standards.

Why NV5?

• Be part of a leading geospatial technology company.
• Work on projects that have a real-world impact.
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.