Junior Groundwater Modeller

WSP; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian engineering firm seeks a Junior Groundwater Modeller to support environmental projects across Canada. You will apply hydrogeological expertise for groundwater assessments, modelling and collaborate on multidisciplinary projects. This opportunity offers attractive pay, flexible work options, and a chance to grow your career while contributing to sustainable water resource management.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Wellness platform

Great savings programs

Qualifications

• A degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, or a related field.
• Familiarity with groundwater modelling software such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, or HydroGeoSphere.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support groundwater modelling projects.
• Assist in developing conceptual/numerical models.
• Collaborate with hydrogeologists and engineers on projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, or Geoscience

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

HydroGeoSphere

ArcGIS

Surfer

Leapfrog Works

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic Earth & Environment team as a Junior Groundwater Modeller and contribute to impactful environmental projects across Canada. You’ll apply your hydrogeological expertise to support groundwater assessments, contaminant transport modelling, and sustainable water resource management. This is your chance to grow your career while making a difference in communities and ecosystems.

Why choose WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

A Canadian success story – we\'re proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

Enhance the world around you – from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

Outstanding career opportunities – we\'re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday – we\'re open to your ideas and trying new things.

A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it\'s like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here

• You\u2019ll support groundwater modelling projects using tools such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere or similar software.
• You\u2019ll assist in the development of conceptual and numerical models for groundwater flow and contaminant transport.
• You\u2019ll collaborate with hydrogeologists, geochemists, and environmental engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
• You\u2019ll analyze and interpret hydrogeological data to inform model calibration and validation.
• You\u2019ll contribute to technical reports, proposals, and presentations for clients and regulatory bodies.
• You\u2019ll participate in field programs including groundwater sampling, aquifer testing, and site characterization.

What you\u2019ll bring to WSP

• A degree in Hydrogeology, Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, or a related field.
• Familiarity with groundwater modelling software such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, HydroGeoSphere, Leapfrog Works or equivalent.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS, Surfer, ParaView, and Tecplot is an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Eligibility for professional registration (e.g., P.Geo., EIT) is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for fieldwork.