Groundwater Modeler

The Groundwater Modeler will be responsible for hydrogeological investigations including analysis of groundwater data, groundwater model development to assess groundwater resources. This role involves fieldwork, data analysis, data visualization, and report preparation to support environmental and water resource projects.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we all share responsibility for making Moore Engineering a rewarding workplace while providing critical engineering services to communities around the region. At Moore Engineering, we care about each other, our clients, and the communities we serve. It’s this collective passion that drives excellence in everything we do.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct field investigations, including drilling, sampling, and monitoring of groundwater.
• Analyze hydrogeological data to assess groundwater quality and quantity.
• Develop and calibrate groundwater flow models using software such as MODFLOW.
• Analyze aquifer test data for hydraulic properties and well yield
• Conduct geological investigation related to groundwater resources.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations, including data interpretation and recommendations for various clients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on environmental, water resource and water rights projects.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in hydrogeology or a related field.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft 365 suite of products.
• Prior experience using and proficiency in MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas, and ArcGIS or QGIS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork (up to 10%).
• Programming skills (AQTESOLV, MODFLOW SURFACT, MODFLOW-USG, SEAWAT, PYTHON, and SURFER) are a plus.
• Certification (i.e., Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist) is a plus.

This position is a hybrid role with the ability to have a flexible schedule. In office work is required three days per week.

The culture at Moore Engineering, Inc. is built on our shared core values – Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Loyalty, and Kindness.

• Respect means that we honor our co-workers, appreciate cultural differences and value all viewpoints brought in good faith.
• Integrity means we remain consistent and honest, and uphold our obligation to the health, safety, and welfare of the people at the center of our work.
• Accountability means we take responsibility for our actions, to commitments we make, and to our role in creating company success.
• Loyalty means we are dependable and faithful. Our relationships are built on earned mutual trust.
• Kindness means we care for each other and strive to enhance the human condition for our co-workers, friends, families, and communities.

These values differentiate how we successfully do what we do. We hire, separate, review, reward, and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it’s important that you share these values to be part of our team.

For Colorado residents: The pay range for this position is $72,000-$99,000. The range displayed on this job posting reflects salaries for the position based in our Colorado locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by specific work location and additional factors, including education, experience, credentials, and job-related skills. In addition to base pay, certain positions at Moore Holding Company and subsidiaries are eligible for participation in our incentive compensation programs.

Benefits

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401K options.
• We offer medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a work/ life balance and offer company- paid holidays, PTO based on years of experience, paid parental leave.
• We encourage growth and development of our employees through tuition assistance, professional certification reimbursement and talent development programs.
• We also offer other benefits including wellness programs, flexible spending benefits, dependent care account, employee assistance program, and more!