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Mustang Cat

Drone Sales Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

... data accuracy, and operational effectiveness. You will work directly with civil engineering firms ... What We're Looking For: 2-5+ years of sales experience (drones, geospatial, construction tech, or ...

Repsol

GIS Analyst

Houston, TX · Hybrid

This individual will work closely with project development, engineering and construction teams to ... Key Responsibilities: * Assist in maintaining and updating geospatial datasets and geodatabase ...

Colliers Engineering & Design

Rod Person

Houston, TX · On-site

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our Survey/Geospatial group uses cutting-edge technology to deliver accurate, high-quality data from the air, the ground, and below the surface--faster and safer ...

U.S. Army

Surveyors (12T)

Houston, TX · On-site

Construction & Engineering * Maps & Geospatial Analysis * Data Analysis BENEFITS: Financial Benefits: * Salary and Bonuses: Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment ...

Gulf Interstate

GIS ANALYST II

Houston, TX · On-site

... data using GIS programs and related software applications to support ongoing projects. To ... Essential Functions · Lead GIS efforts associated with engineering FEED and detailed design ...

Gul Interstate

GIS ANALYST II

Houston, TX · On-site

... data using GIS programs and related software applications to support ongoing projects. To ... Essential Functions • Lead GIS efforts associated with engineering FEED and detailed design ...

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How much do geospatial data engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for geospatial data engineer in Houston, TX is $44.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.18 and $55.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by geospatial data engineers on the job?

Geospatial Data Engineers frequently encounter challenges related to integrating large and diverse spatial datasets from multiple sources, ensuring data quality, and optimizing data for efficient querying and analysis. Managing changing project requirements and staying updated with evolving geospatial technologies are also common aspects of the role. In addition, collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and GIS specialists requires clear communication to translate technical data into actionable outputs. Navigating these challenges effectively helps engineers deliver robust geospatial solutions that support business and research goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a geospatial data engineer?

To thrive as a Geospatial Data Engineer, you need solid expertise in geospatial data processing, spatial databases, GIS concepts, and programming languages like Python or SQL, typically backed by a relevant degree in geoinformatics, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, PostGIS, and cloud platforms, as well as certifications like GISP, are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and collaborative communication enhance performance in multidisciplinary teams. These skills are vital for accurately transforming complex spatial data into actionable insights and delivering reliable solutions in geospatial projects.

What is a geospatial data engineer?

A Geospatial Data Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and managing systems that process and analyze spatial data. They work with geographic information systems (GIS), databases, and cloud platforms to handle large-scale geospatial datasets. Their role involves data pipeline development, spatial analysis, and optimizing geospatial data storage and retrieval. They collaborate with analysts, scientists, and developers to support location-based decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Geospatial Data Engineer job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,171 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Major Underground Designer

M&S Engineering LLC

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

M&S Engineering, LLC seeks qualified candidates that are highly organized, energetic, self-motivated with the ability to work independently or as a team for the Non-Exempt position of Major Underground Designer out of The Woodlands, Texas office. The position will support distribution design/engineering of projects being implemented among our clients in multiple states. The position will produce electric distribution field designs, staking of distribution facilities, project estimation and preparation of construction prints using electronic design/estimation software in accordance with the client's standards of construction and specifications.
This position will report to the office and is not remote.
Requirements Include:
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening and possess a current Texas Driver's License with an insurable driving record.
  • Competence using MicroStation.

Preferences Include:
  • Associates degree or certificate in Electric Power Technology with a minimum of one (1) year experience or three (3) years prior experience with electric distribution design and estimation.
  • Knowledge of major underground electrical design and construction.

Required Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Represent self in both M&S and the client's image while meeting with property owners, other engineering firms and construction resources
  • Stay abreast with the changing technologies, work planning, and design methodologies associated with Electric Distribution Design
  • Ensure adherence to client standards to develop detailed scoping and engineering plans for projects
  • Recognize electric distribution framing and components 4kV through 35kV, to initiate designs for construction or reconstruction of both overhead and underground distribution facilities.
  • Take personal responsibility for the quality, accuracy, and time constraints of work product
  • Partner with subject matter experts input into the scoping such as (Project Management, DOC, Data Maintenance, Planning, Operations, Transmission)
  • Possess strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills and able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
  • Accountable for the resolution of technical engineering conflicts that affect cost, schedule quality or customer satisfaction
  • Able to mentor and/or train other staff members to transfer personal design knowledge to others
  • Ensure the integration of safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management practices into final products/designs/processes
  • Proficient with the use of a laptop computer, and related software programs including, MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word
  • Strong skills of time management, organizational and multi-tasking
  • Able to work outdoors extended hours, walk and carry hammers, stakes, lathes, etc. for the purpose of laying out staking for Electric Distribution Design over and across various terrain, and travel, including overnight stays

Desired Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Familiarity with the NESC and its applications to electric distribution line design.
  • Competence and experience using MicroStation
  • Familiarity of the operation and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.
  • Familiarity of joint construction and electric utility best practices.
  • Prefer the ability to interpret property line boundary, topographic surveys, as-built surveys, construction staking, ROW staking and collection of geospatial points.
  • Familiarity with the procedures for permit acquisition involving TxDOT, City, County, State and Federal applications.
  • Use of surveying equipment and gathering of geospatial points is a plus, but not required.

Benefits:
  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
  • Employer paid STD/LTD
  • Life Insurance
  • Candidate referral bonus
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid Holidays
  • Earned vacation time

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