Project Hydrogeologist - Groundwater -Hybrid
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Location: Denver, CO 80219
Description:
We are seeking several highly motivated and experienced Hydrogeologists with 3 or more years of professional experience with groundwater.. The ideal candidate will possess a solid technical foundation in groundwater science and demonstrate expertise in various aspects of hydrogeology, including groundwater flow, contaminant transport, and field techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Groundwater Flow and Contaminant Transport:
Conceptual Site Model (CSM) Development:
Monitoring Well Design and Installation:
Field Execution and Data Analysis:
Groundwater-Surface Water Interaction:
Reporting and Communication:
Qualifications:
Preferred Skills:
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:
Key Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Develop and refine CSMs to guide project planning and decision-making.
- Integrate geological, hydrological, and environmental data to create accurate and comprehensive models.
- 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.
- Conduct aquifer and slug tests, including planning, execution, and data interpretation.
- Perform hydrogeologic field investigations and ensure the accuracy of collected data.
- Analyze and evaluate interactions between groundwater and surface water systems.
- Assess the impact of these interactions on water resources and environmental conditions.
- 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 $80-130K depending on experience
- Health, Dental, Vision plans
- 401K Match
- Paid Time Off