NorthWestern Energy
GIS & Drafting Specialist
NorthWestern Energy, Butte, Montana, United States, 59701
GIS & Drafting Specialist
Work Location : Butte, MT
Pay range : $54,000 to $94,300 per year
Employment Status:
Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at
Internal candidates apply through .
About this position:
The GIS and Drafting Specialist will assist the Gas Transmission Drafting, GIS and Engineering groups with various associated processes ranging from data entry, modify drawings, updating features, running reports, filing, and compiling data.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)Tuition reimbursementCompetitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunitiesPaid parental leavePaid bereavement leavePaid training opportunitiesPaid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidaysBenefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
This position requires attention to detail and an individual that can work independently with minimal supervisionAssist Gas Transmission Department with projects and processes to identify and develop efficienciesLearn and use basic AutoCAD software, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and CADWorx as to assist with portions of as-built drawings, including update of schematics.Enter data into CADWorx Plant Professional and or AutoCAD Plant 3D software from as-built documentationGenerate reports from Cadworx and AutoCAD drawings to Excel spreadsheets and complete comparison of data.Learn and update schematic system portfolios as schematic updates arise from drawing as-builtAssist with analyze drafting backlog to prioritize organizational needsAssist in building the Station Layout spreadsheet which requires research and analysis of projects and building portfolios of all Gas Transmission valve assembliesAssist with GIS functions, as requested, which include data entry, generating reports, and execution of GIS tools.Assist GIS with database structure, schema, and data integrityRun reports for project status & completion of projectsCorrect GPS data & upload to AutoCAD fileAll NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & EthicsEnsure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectivesAm I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Bachelor's degree in Drafting, GIS, Data Management, similar field of study, or equivalent years of experience and/or combination of education and experience is requiredExhibited knowledge of GIS and Drafting processes, programs, and data integrityBasic understanding of ACAD Plant, ArcGIS software, and Esri Field Maps is a plus.Understanding of spatial database structure is a benefit, understanding of database management and data integrity is a bonus.Ability to read prints, drawings, iso's is beneficial.Knowledge of gas design parameters and codes is a plusDemonstrate and maintain a good safety recordKnowledge and experience with database security, development, and data integrity is desiredExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsMust possess strong interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamHighly organized and detail-orientedAbility to multi-task with exceptional time management skillsAbility to work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment
Requisition #4434
Posting Dates: August 29, 2024 through Open Until Filled
Department/Division: Gas Transmission
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at
Work Location : Butte, MT
Pay range : $54,000 to $94,300 per year
Employment Status:
Regular Full-time
External candidates apply at
Internal candidates apply through .
About this position:
The GIS and Drafting Specialist will assist the Gas Transmission Drafting, GIS and Engineering groups with various associated processes ranging from data entry, modify drawings, updating features, running reports, filing, and compiling data.
We offer great benefits:
NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,500 amazing people and serve 775,300 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:
401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)Tuition reimbursementCompetitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunitiesPaid parental leavePaid bereavement leavePaid training opportunitiesPaid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidaysBenefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.
About this job:
This position requires attention to detail and an individual that can work independently with minimal supervisionAssist Gas Transmission Department with projects and processes to identify and develop efficienciesLearn and use basic AutoCAD software, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and CADWorx as to assist with portions of as-built drawings, including update of schematics.Enter data into CADWorx Plant Professional and or AutoCAD Plant 3D software from as-built documentationGenerate reports from Cadworx and AutoCAD drawings to Excel spreadsheets and complete comparison of data.Learn and update schematic system portfolios as schematic updates arise from drawing as-builtAssist with analyze drafting backlog to prioritize organizational needsAssist in building the Station Layout spreadsheet which requires research and analysis of projects and building portfolios of all Gas Transmission valve assembliesAssist with GIS functions, as requested, which include data entry, generating reports, and execution of GIS tools.Assist GIS with database structure, schema, and data integrityRun reports for project status & completion of projectsCorrect GPS data & upload to AutoCAD fileAll NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & EthicsEnsure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectivesAm I right for this job? Here's the success profile:
Bachelor's degree in Drafting, GIS, Data Management, similar field of study, or equivalent years of experience and/or combination of education and experience is requiredExhibited knowledge of GIS and Drafting processes, programs, and data integrityBasic understanding of ACAD Plant, ArcGIS software, and Esri Field Maps is a plus.Understanding of spatial database structure is a benefit, understanding of database management and data integrity is a bonus.Ability to read prints, drawings, iso's is beneficial.Knowledge of gas design parameters and codes is a plusDemonstrate and maintain a good safety recordKnowledge and experience with database security, development, and data integrity is desiredExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsMust possess strong interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamHighly organized and detail-orientedAbility to multi-task with exceptional time management skillsAbility to work in a fast paced and deadline driven environment
Requisition #4434
Posting Dates: August 29, 2024 through Open Until Filled
Department/Division: Gas Transmission
Employment Physical: Not Required
Drug Test: Required
Background Check: Required
Relocation Benefit: Negotiable
Telecommuting: None
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at