Hydrogeologist

Key Responsibilities:

1. Groundwater Flow and Contaminant Transport:

   • Apply knowledge of hydrogeologic principles to assess and model groundwater flow and contaminant transport processes.

   • Conduct data analysis and develop simulations to predict and manage groundwater movement and quality.

2. Conceptual Site Model (CSM) Development:

   • Develop and refine CSMs to guide project planning and decision-making.

   • Integrate geological, hydrological, and environmental data to create accurate and comprehensive models.

3. Monitoring Well Design and Installation:

   • Design and oversee the installation of monitoring wells in various geological settings.

   • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards for well construction and data collection.

4. Field Execution and Data Analysis:

   • Conduct aquifer and slug tests, including planning, execution, and data interpretation.

   • Perform hydrogeologic field investigations and ensure the accuracy of collected data.

5. Groundwater-Surface Water Interaction:

   • Analyze and evaluate interactions between groundwater and surface water systems.

   • Assess the impact of these interactions on water resources and environmental conditions.

6. Reporting and Communication:

   • Prepare detailed technical reports, summaries, and presentations for clients and stakeholders.

   • Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, or a related field

• 3 years of professional experience in groundwater-related work.

• Proficiency in hydrogeologic software and modeling tools (MODFLOW)

• Strong understanding of groundwater flow principles, contaminant transport, and field testing methodologies.

• Experience in monitoring well design, aquifer testing, and data interpretation.

• Familiarity with regulations and standards related to groundwater and environmental assessments.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Tracer testing
• PHREEQC Modeling
• Aquifer and slug testing
• PEST, PEST
• Iterative Ensemble Smoother
• Parameter Estimation

Work Environment: This role may involves combination of office-based work and some fieldwork. Fieldwork may include travel to project sites, working in varying environmental conditions, and occasional extended hours. The position may work from home 50%, and in the office/field 50% also.

Compensation:

• Salary $100-130K depending on experience
• Health, Dental, Vision plans
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off