Geologist 1

HDR • Ann Arbor, MI

20h

About The Position

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We believe waste is more than management, it’s also an opportunity to innovate. As part of our Waste sector, you’ll help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship. With a top-tier industry ranking, our team delivers comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering and implementation. You’ll collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost-effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful changes in the waste industry and build a legacy of sustainability.

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of a Geologist, we'll count on you to
Follow prescribed procedures and detailed instructions, conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents
Perform routine scientist assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures on projects that have clear, specified objectives and limited variables
Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
• Ability to assess and classify soil and rock samples to determine geologic type
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with field work a plus but not required
• Experience preparing technical reports, well diagrams, and boring logs a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Follow prescribed procedures and detailed instructions, conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents
• Perform routine scientist assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures on projects that have clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees