Senior Mapping Scientist

We are seeking a Senior Mapping Scientist with 5-10 years of experience in the Denver, CO office.  

The candidate will be directly responsible for developing and implementing procedures for ensuring the accuracy and quality of data related to electrical and telecommunications components for aerial utility infrastructure. 

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

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Comp range: $90,000 to $115,000

• Takes an active role in coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to less-senior level staff; provides daily “on-the-job” training for team members. 

• Research project information. 

• Participate in client and subconsultant meetings 

• Have a thorough understanding of LiDAR sensor technology, including GNSS/IMU data, and LiDAR calibration methodologie

• Adapt to and integrate new technologies in support of performing QA/QC for utility polesLiDAR 

• Develop efficient workflows for training new associates 

• Adhere to safety and information security policies 

• Work well independently and as a team member 

• Other duties as assigned 

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, or Business Administration required.  
• ASPRS Certified Mapping Scientist  (CMS) Or Certified Photogrammetrist (CP) preferred 
• Minimum 5 years of experience using software tools and packages for LiDAR Processing
• Must have experience and working knowledge with software like ArcGIS, GeoCue, Global Mapper, Inertial Explorer, LAStools, LP360, Optech-LMS, POSPac MMS, QTModeler, RiPROCESS, and TerraSolid

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse.  The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

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All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.