GIS Analyst

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Position Summary:

Marathon Pipe Line’s (MPL) Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst position provides the opportunity to work within MPL’s Damage Prevention, Technology, and Analytics team (DPT&A). The position will interact closely with various MPL Process departments, Logistics and Storage Support Services (L3S), and MPL Field Operations personnel.  As an integral part of the DPT&A Team, this position will work on our project team to advance MPL’s Advanced Right-of-Way (ROW) Inspection initiative. The Analyst will also oversee updates and analysis of MPL’s GIS database as needed. In addition, the position will drive process improvements for the automation and data quality of our GIS systems, working closely with stakeholders and data owners. 

MPL’s Geographic Information System is a business-critical database documenting over 8200 miles of mainline piping and all related geographic features.  This system is linked to many MPL critical processes such as Damage Prevention, Regulatory Compliance, and Integrity Management. Diligence and attention to detail are key to ensure that modifications to MPL’s pipelines and facilities are properly documented in GIS.  The GIS Analyst will interface with project and process leaders to understand the proposed changes and ensure that documentation collected and submitted in a complete, accurate and timely manner.

This position is part of a progression. Additional salary grades may be considered commensurate with candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports MPL’s Advanced ROW Inspection initiative by leveraging GIS knowledge, utilizing:  photogrammetry, raster data analysis, and automation utilizing cloud platforms.
• Supports MPL’s Computer Vision Threat Detection initiative by utilizing IoT/edge device management/solutions.
• Serves as custodian of MPL’s Geographic Information System, Pipe Line Asset Center, Alignment Sheets, spatial data files, Web Maps, Mobile Mapping Applications, and related processes.
• Recommends, implements, and maintains appropriate controls, standards and procedures for GIS data maintenance and related processes.
• Coordinates the creation, update and maintenance of all mainline pipeline centerline and related event data.  This includes managing updates from GPS surveys, Inline Inspection tool runs, data quality improvement initiatives, and field data collection.
• Manages GIS, HCA, Spill Modeling, and Naming Standard updates through the MPL Management of Change system and partners with Marathon Project Leaders and contractors to ensure GIS updates from projects are completed accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Helps manage MPL’s surveying equipment and processes across all operating areas and acts as a technical resource for field ROW technicians.
• Performs High Consequence Area (HCA) and Spill Modeling analysis on Marathon Pipe Line Assets. Handles special mapping, data requests, and data quality reports.
• Develops documentation and administers training to key stakeholders on the GIS update process. Serves as a GIS specialist within the Incident Command Structure for company Emergency Responses.

Minimum Requirements

Degree: Bachelor’s degree required

Major Discipline: GIS, Surveying and Mapping, or Technology-based

Work Experience: 5 years minimum GIS experience is required.

Travel Required (%): 10%

Proficiencies:

• Strong understanding of geospatial data formats, coordinate systems, and projection principles
• Experience with data manipulation, scripting languages (e.g., Python), and database management.
• Experience with enterprise geodatabases configuration and database scripting
• Experience with raster data processing and manipulation.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Self-starter with good communication skills
• Experience with Cloud Computing Platforms

Programs and Processes: Candidates should have experience with GIS Mapping, Spill Modeling, Surveying Equipment and Processes, and Interface Software such as Power BI, Power Automate, and the ESRI ArcGIS Platform (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, Field Maps, ArcGIS Enterprise Portal, ArcGIS Online).

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Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00015975

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.