Senior Hydrogeologist

Location: Seattle, WA | Metro: Seattle, Redmond, or San Diego, CA | Type: Full Time | Department: Natural Resources and Geology As a Senior Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in managing a variety of complex and rewarding projects, including groundwater supply investigations, groundwater control assessments, aquifer testing and analysis, stormwater infiltration assessments, groundwater flow modeling, and hydrogeologic/hydrologic analysis. Responsibilities include planning and overseeing hydrogeologic field investigations, leading technical discussions with field staff, and managing project tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, and client communications. You will conduct and supervise hydrogeologic analyses and groundwater modeling, prepare technical reports, and perform site visits to support data collection and field oversight. As a senior team member, you will also be responsible for mentoring junior staff and providing technical leadership across project teams and lead business-development activities such as identifying potential new clients, attending conferences or professional association meetings, and assisting with proposal development. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leads all project management tasks such as developing budgets and scopes, client billings, field report reviews, contract reviews, and proposal development. Partners with Principals and Associates to ensure effective execution of multiple projects. Serves as a technical resource for clients and project staff; provides guidance and expertise to solve complex challenges. Develops complete and accurate field reports, figures, tables, etc., that require minimal edits or revisions. Reviews deliverables from staff and mid-level employees such as field reports, calculations, analyses, etc. Mentors junior staff relative to technical skills, consulting best practices, etc. Leads business-development activities such as identifying potential new clients, attending conferences or professional association meetings, etc. Leads and/or coordinates the development and implementation of field exploration programs and construction projects. Ensures that work performed is consistent with project plans and specifications and in accordance with safety guidelines. Develops complex conceptual models (i.e. numerical modeling, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, etc.). Much of the work will emphasize groundwater supply investigations, groundwater control assessments, aquifer testing and analysis, groundwater flow modeling, statistical analysis, and hydrogeologic/hydrologic analysis. Professional-level verbal and written communication skills. Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of water resource and groundwater management projects. Complete complex hydrogeologic analyses and calculations. Coordinate projects from start to finish including field data collection. Presentation of project concepts, findings and recommendations to clients, owners and regulatory agencies. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. 6+ years of relevant experience required. Licensed as a LHG or PG/LG. Experience with Northwestern U.S. groundwater resources, geology and water rights. Experience with design and installation of water supply wells. Experience managing aquifer recharge is preferred. Experience with groundwater control assessments and system design and implementation for development, industrial, and water/wastewater projects. Groundwater modeling and mounding analyses experience A valid driver’s license is required. One year of driving experience in the United States. Consideration will be provided for international driving experience.. Physical Requirements/Work Environment All candidates are subject to completing a background check, and reference check. All candidates are required to participate in our medical surveillance program. Ability to perform a wide range of physical activities and do heavy work including exerting up to 50 pounds of force on occasion. Able to perform consistent work on a PC. Ability to travel for short-term and long-term assignments as needed. All employees are responsible for conducting their work in a safe manner. This includes identifying potential safety hazards and reporting them to the designated project manager in a timely manner and participating in project safety briefings. This also includes wearing appropriate safety equipment when working in the field and completing all required health & safety training prior to beginning field work. Our best estimate of the salary range for this position, located in San Diego, CA, Redmond, WA, or Seattle, WA is $101,000 – $152,000. Compensation offered will be based on a variety of individual factors, including education and experience, as well as internal equity. GeoEngineers’ salary ranges are reviewed and updated each year and employees are eligible for pay increases based on individual performance. As part of our competitive total rewards package, employees in this role may also be eligible for our annual year-end bonus offering, subject to program eligibility requirements. At GeoEngineers, investing in our people is a top priority. In addition to competitive and equitable pay, we are proud to offer a wide range of benefits to support employees and their families, including healthcare (with travel benefit for care not locally available), 401(k) with company match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation and sick time and paid holidays, among others. View our full listing of benefits here . Our Commitment to Belonging at GeoEngineers When people feel they can bring their whole selves to work, that they have a voice and are supported and respected, it creates trust and a feeling of belonging— employees then flourish, grow their careers, and do the best work of their lives. A culture of belonging allows our employees to thrive and our company to prosper. This is a journey, and we are committed to doing the work, learning and evolving as we go. GeoEngineers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. GeoEngineers is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We will then make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis. 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