FME Expert (UNM Migration)

Role & responsibilities

Job Title: FME Expert - Utility Network Model (UNM) Migration

Location

Remote / Hybrid / Onsite

Experience Required

5+ Years in GIS & FME Development (Utility Network Migration experience preferred)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced FME Expert with strong expertise in Esri Utility Network Model (UNM) Migration, GIS data transformation, data quality management, and ETL development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing complex data migration workflows using Safe Software FME to support the migration of legacy utility network datasets into the Esri Utility Network environment.

The candidate should possess deep knowledge of GIS data structures, utility domain data models, network connectivity, topology rules, and large-scale enterprise migration projects.

Key Responsibilities

Utility Network Migration

• Design and implement end-to-end migration workflows for Utility Network implementations.
• Perform migration of legacy geometric network and custom utility datasets into Esri Utility Network.
• Analyze source data models and map them to Utility Network target schemas.
• Configure and execute data transformation, validation, and loading processes.
• Support Utility Network deployment and migration activities across Electric, Gas, Water, Wastewater, and Telecom domains.
• Ensure network connectivity, associations, and topology rules are correctly migrated.

FME Development

• Develop and maintain advanced ETL workflows using Safe Software FME Desktop and FME Server.
• Design reusable FME workspaces to automate data conversion and migration activities.
• Build custom transformers and workflows to support complex business requirements.
• Optimize FME processes for performance and scalability.
• Develop automated quality control and validation workflows.

GIS Data Management

• Perform data profiling, cleansing, standardization, and enrichment.
• Validate asset data, connectivity, attribution, and spatial integrity.
• Handle large-scale enterprise GIS databases and spatial datasets.
• Troubleshoot data inconsistencies and migration issues.

Data Quality & Validation

• Create validation reports and reconciliation mechanisms.
• Verify migrated data against business and technical requirements.
• Conduct topology validation and error resolution.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with GIS Architects, Utility Network SMEs, Developers, and Business Teams.
• Conduct data migration workshops and technical discussions.
• Prepare technical documentation, migration strategies, and implementation guides.
• Provide knowledge transfer and support to project teams.

Required Technical Skills

FME Skills

• Strong experience with:
• FME Desktop
• FME Server
• FME Flow
• Custom Transformers
• Workspace Automation
• Data Validation Workflows
• REST API Integrations

Esri GIS Skills

• ArcGIS Pro
• ArcGIS Enterprise
• ArcGIS Utility Network
• Geometric Network Migration
• Data Interoperability Extension
• ArcPy (Preferred)

Database Skills

• SQL Server
• Oracle
• PostgreSQL/PostGIS
• Spatial SQL Queries
• Database Performance Tuning

Data Migration Skills

• Data Mapping
• ETL Design
• Schema Transformation
• Data Cleansing
• Data Reconciliation
• Data Validation
• Bulk Data Loading

Preferred Domain Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following utility sectors are highly preferred:

• Electric Utilities
• Gas Utilities
• Water Utilities
• Wastewater Utilities
• Telecommunications
• Renewable Energy Networks

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of GIS and FME experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of Utility Network Migration experience.
• Experience with enterprise-scale GIS implementation projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Certifications

• Safe Software Certified Professional (FME)
• Esri Utility Network Foundation Certification
• ArcGIS Enterprise Certification
• ArcGIS Pro Certification
• GIS Professional (GISP)

Nice to Have

• Python Scripting
• ArcPy Automation
• PowerShell Scripting
• Azure/AWS Cloud Experience
• DevOps CI/CD Knowledge
• Agile/Scrum Experience

Key Deliverables

• FME Migration Workspaces
• Source-to-Target Mapping Documents
• Data Quality Assessment Reports
• Utility Network Migration Packages
• Validation & Reconciliation Reports
• Technical Documentation
• Production Deployment Support

Success Criteria

• Accurate migration of Utility Network assets and connectivity.
• Successful execution of automated FME workflows.
• Minimal data loss during migration.
• Compliance with Utility Network model standards.
• Delivery within project timelines and quality standards.

Experience Range: 5-10+ Years
Primary Skill: FME (Safe Software)
Secondary Skill: Esri Utility Network Migration (UNM)
Domain Preference: Electric, Water, Gas, Telecom Utilities.

Preferred candidate profile