Mid-Level Geologist/Environmental Scientist
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead complex hydrogeologic/environmental field investigations with a focus on complex geological settings commonly found in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region (e.g., fractured rock and coastal plain)
- Oversee data collection, processing, analysis, and interpretation including:
- Field groundwater level and quality data collection methods
- Experience with multiple drilling methods for various geological settings
- Familiarity with design, construction, and development of groundwater monitoring wells
- Developing and overseeing high resolution site characterization strategies
- Using modern Remediation Hydrogeology concepts (such as mass flux/discharge or DNAPL assessment) to support complex groundwater remediation strategies
- Development of geologic and hydrogeologic cross-section development utilizing geologic and geophysical data
- Interpretation of subsurface aquifer conditions on a site and regional scale
- Aquifer testing and analysis
- Development of hydrographs and other graphic presentation of hydrogeologic data
- Building Conceptual Site Models
- Field team leader responsibilities (field and office)
- Take responsibility for proposal and report writing, development of soil and groundwater sampling plans, data analysis, site remediation, as well as project and client management support
- Project management support including direction of junior staff, providing technical review, and oversight and mentoring
- Report and proposal preparation support including scopes of work, project budgeting, tracking, and schedules
- Client interaction and presentations
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Geologist (PG) certification (NY or PA preferred), or pursuing PG
- Active in Professional Societies
- Experience with quantitative hydrogeology
- Familiarity with MODFLOW, MT3DMS, AQTESOLV and other numerical and analytical related software
- Local candidates preferred
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- Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
- A minimum of 5 years of experience
- Prior experience with field work
- Experience with well installation techniques, and groundwater and soil sampling procedures and analysis
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
- Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
- May require ability to travel
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
