Geologist 1

CDM Smith • East Hartford, CT

66d • Onsite

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an entry-level Geologist to join our Environmental Services Team in Hartford, CT. Under direct supervision, performs basic complexity geologic/ seismic evaluations/fault rupture hazard and slope stability investigations/ hydrogeologic analysis (aquifer test analysis; geochemical analysis; geotechnical analysis; contaminant transport analysis etc.) in both surface and subsurface geologic conditions pertaining to water supply, contaminant and/or geotechnical assessments.
Activities may include:
Well geologic logging, water sampling, surface geological mapping, aquifer testing and/or soils characterization and data compilation and evaluation
Preparing cross sections, Iso-concentration maps, and/or QA/QC analysis
Developing draft evaluations and calculations for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all assessments
Contributing to firm's Talent Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc
Submitting technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals
Performs other duties as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline
• 0 years of experience
• An appropriate and valid driver's license is required

Nice To Haves

• Basic Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.)
• Communications skills
• Basic knowledge of scientific methods and processes

Responsibilities

• Well geologic logging, water sampling, surface geological mapping, aquifer testing and/or soils characterization and data compilation and evaluation
• Preparing cross sections, Iso-concentration maps, and/or QA/QC analysis
• Developing draft evaluations and calculations for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all assessments
• Contributing to firm's Talent Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc
• Submitting technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals
• Performs other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level