Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler

Geosyntec Consultants•Chicago, IL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Geosyntec is seeking a highly experienced groundwater modeler for its Chicago, Illinois office or another Midwest-based office. A hybrid schedule may be available at the Company’s discretion. The position contributes to projects involving contaminated-site assessment and remediation, groundwater management and water supply, litigation support, and contaminant fate and transport. The role includes designing and overseeing hydrogeologic investigations, developing conceptual site models, characterizing aquifers, analyzing and visualizing investigation data, and supporting modeling, natural attenuation evaluations, and risk assessments. It also includes managing project tasks and budgets, preparing and certifying technical deliverables, working with clients and regulators, supporting business development, and providing expert testimony in litigation matters. Travel to client facilities and project sites may be needed. Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients in environmental, natural resources, and civil infrastructure work. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and well-being programs. The stated base salary range for the Chicago, Illinois location is $123,235 to $199,555 per year; actual compensation depends on education, experience, skill set, and location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences.
At least 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience developing and analyzing aquifer pumping tests.
Demonstrated proficiency in contaminant remediation and quantitative hydrogeology.
Demonstrated success in developing and managing clients.
Ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment, handle multiple project assignments, meet strict deadlines, and travel to client facilities as needed.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of related experience is preferred.
An advanced degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences.
Professional registration such as P.E. or P.G.
Experience with high-resolution investigation methods, including laser-induced fluorescence (LIF), membrane interface probes (MIP), and hydraulic profiling tools (HPT).
Experience with visualization tools such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or EVS, and/or groundwater flow tools such as MODFLOW and MT3D.

Responsibilities

Design and oversee hydrogeologic investigations and prepare conceptual site models.
Provide technical hydrogeological support for groundwater supply development, construction dewatering, and contaminated-site projects.
Characterize aquifers using methods such as aquifer pumping tests, down-hole geophysics, and high-resolution hydraulic profiling.
Lead analysis and visualization of site investigation data, including preparing tables, maps, and figures with industry-standard and emerging applications.
Support fate and transport modeling, natural attenuation evaluations, and risk assessments.
Manage tasks and projects, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation work, budgets, schedules, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Serve as a testifying expert in litigation matters involving hydrogeologic assessment and contaminant fate and transport.
Prepare, review, and certify technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.
Lead meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
Lead proposal efforts and other business development activities.
Coordinate contractor oversight for assessment and remediation projects.
Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to project sites, offices, and other business locations as needed.