Transmission & Energy Siting & Permitting Lead

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work. Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions. Job Summary Langan is seeking a Transmission & Energy Siting and Permitting Lead to join a growing and experienced energy siting, licensing, and engineering team with both local and national project opportunities. There is opportunity for professional and technical growth in a strong, stable and technically excellent practice. This position is responsible for leading GIS analysis and routing support for power infrastructure projects, including electric transmission lines and power generation siting efforts. The role is intended first and foremost for a routing lead with strong experience in transmission siting, knowledge of applicable permitting requirements, and advanced GIS capabilities to identify and apply the most effective tools for each project. The successful candidate will use advanced geospatial tools and industry knowledge to support routing studies, constraints mapping, alternatives analysis, and permitting processes while working closely with multidisciplinary project teams and clients. Job Responsibilities Develop and lead GIS-based routing analyses for linear infrastructure projects, including transmission line siting and alternatives analysis; Prepare constraint mapping, suitability modeling, and corridor identification to support project development and permitting; Analyze and integrate environmental, land use, engineering, and socio-economic datasets into project deliverables; Support NEPA and state/local permitting efforts through GIS mapping, exhibit creation, and data management; Produce high-quality maps, figures, and technical exhibits for reports, client presentations, and regulatory submissions; Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and project managers to align technical analyses with project objectives; Assist with proposal development, including technical approach and GIS/routing strategy; Mentor junior GIS staff and provide technical guidance on geospatial best practices; Maintain data quality, organization, and documentation standards across projects; and, Stay current on GIS technologies, routing tools, and power/energy industry trends. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering, or related field; GIS certification (e.g., GISP) preferred; 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 tran late