Hydrogeologist / Groundwater Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an early-career geologist, hydrogeologist, or groundwater-focused engineer to join our South Florida team. As part of our groundwater and hydrogeology group, you will contribute to a variety of water infrastructure projects, including underground injection control (UIC), wellfield development, groundwater resource management, and aquifer protection initiatives.

Why Hazen and Sawyer:

• Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen-Williams equation), we are an employee-owned company with a singular focus on "all things water."
• Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• We currently have over 2,000 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct hydrogeologic investigations, including data compilation, analysis, and presentation in tables, charts, and figures.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, maps, and visualizations using GIS and Microsoft Office tools.
• Support the development of underground injection control (UIC) plans and permit applications.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical specifications and design documents for well construction, testing, modification, and rehabilitation.
• Participate in fieldwork, including inspections, sampling, and shift-based oversight of:
  • Well construction
  • Well modification
  • Well testing
  • Well rehabilitation
• Collaborate with senior engineers and hydrogeologists for mentorship and technical development.
• Travel throughout Florida for site visits and field assignments.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geological Sciences, Hydrogeology or Environmental Engineering
• Eligibility to pursue Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure upon completion of required experience.
• Strong interest in groundwater resource management and environmental infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including 24/7 field shifts as needed.
• Access to a personal vehicle for work travel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and GIS tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in groundwater or wellfield projects.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
• Short and long-term disability, and employer-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education, and geographical location