Early Career Hydrogeologist

WSP • Tempe, AZ

12h • Onsite

About The Position

WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time Early Career Hydrogeologist for our Tempe, AZ office. Be involved in projects with our US Mine Water & Environment Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client objectives and solves their challenges. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, geotechnical, and hydrogeological projects. Your Impact Working within our Mine Water Team on geology and hydrogeology projects within the mining industry and beyond. Field data collection planning and implementation in support of hydrogeologic interpretation including: Geologic logging of boreholes Geotechnical investigations Monitoring well installation Oversight of hydraulic tests Multimedia sampling Flow measurements with an emphasis on preparation, installation, and ongoing monitoring Maintenance of field instrumentation for groundwater and surface water monitoring Utilize the latest technologies and techniques to interpret hydrogeologic and hydrologic data using data manipulation tools while maintaining quality control standards and procedures. Supervision of drilling and construction/remediation contractors, collection of soil, rock, and groundwater samples, and other tasks in support of a wide variety of projects and environmental investigations. Contribute to large, cross functional and multidisciplinary projects with on-call components while working with engineers, GIS specialists, and other environmental experts. Communicate and document site conditions, observations, and activities. Understand the regulatory environment to successfully complete project work. Demonstrate Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) excellence, including complying with various guidelines, requirements, and goals as set. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Hydrogeology or closely related discipline.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and on teams.
• Comfortable working in remote settings.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Travel may require working from a remote field location away from home for extended periods of time; typically, up to 14 days.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Western United States and internationally depending on project-specific requirements.
• Ability to or willingness to learn to drive 4x4 trucks on city highways and unpaved terrain in all weather conditions.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Hydrogeology or an equivalent field of study.
• College level hydrogeology course or practical experience with hydrogeology work.
• Geologist in Training (GIT) or Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or the ability to complete the exam within one year of start date.
• Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific discipline.
• MSHA 24-hour Metal and Non-Metal Surface Mining certification.
• OSHA 40-hour certification
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific software (i.e., AQTESOLV, Surfer, LogPlot, GIS, and AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Geologic logging of boreholes
• Geotechnical investigations
• Monitoring well installation
• Oversight of hydraulic tests
• Multimedia sampling
• Flow measurements with an emphasis on preparation, installation, and ongoing monitoring
• Maintenance of field instrumentation for groundwater and surface water monitoring
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques to interpret hydrogeologic and hydrologic data using data manipulation tools while maintaining quality control standards and procedures.
• Supervision of drilling and construction/remediation contractors, collection of soil, rock, and groundwater samples, and other tasks in support of a wide variety of projects and environmental investigations.
• Contribute to large, cross functional and multidisciplinary projects with on-call components while working with engineers, GIS specialists, and other environmental experts.
• Communicate and document site conditions, observations, and activities.
• Understand the regulatory environment to successfully complete project work.
• Demonstrate Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) excellence, including complying with various guidelines, requirements, and goals as set.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• retirement savings
• paid sick leave
• paid vacation (or other personal time)
• paid parental leave
• paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

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