Senior Hydrogeologist - Edmonton

Tetra Tech; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to join their innovative Solid Waste team in Edmonton. This role offers the opportunity to lead field investigations, analyze hydrogeological data, and provide technical guidance on groundwater projects. You will work alongside world-class scientists and engineers, driving positive change in communities through sustainable practices. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional growth, this position allows you to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a collaborative environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions and fosters a culture of excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Hybrid work culture

Flexibility for work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hydrogeology experience with consulting preferred.
• Strong background in field investigations and groundwater assessments.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee field investigation programs and data analysis.
• Prepare technical reports and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Hydrogeology

Field Investigation

Technical Reporting

Project Management

Communication Skills

Numerical Modeling

Soil Sampling

Groundwater Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geosciences

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AquiferTest

AQTESOLV

Modflow

FeFlow

Job description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Hydrogeologist to our Solid Waste team based in Edmonton, AB.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Design field investigation programs, collect and analyze field data, communicate and coordinate with both clients and contractors.
• Oversee and provide technical guidance related to borehole logging, installation, and maintenance of groundwater wells, hydraulic well testing, and surface and groundwater sampling.
• Prepare and review technical reports.
• Build the business through proposal writing and industry contacts.
• Integrate information from geological and hydrogeological data visualization, and conceptual and numerical groundwater models, to meet client and project needs.
• Assist in managing work schedules, controlling budgets working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Supervise and mentor junior and intermediate staff.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of hydrogeology-related experience.
• Consulting experience preferred.
• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or geosciences (a Master’s degree is preferred).
• Professional registration with Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientist of Alberta (APEGA), or equivalent.
• Familiarity with provincial regulations, combined with a willingness and aptitude for project management and business development.
• Strong work experience on field-based investigations in physical hydrogeology, groundwater supply, and hydrogeological assessments.
• Demonstrated competency in soil, geotechnical soil, rock sampling, core logging, drilling, test pitting, well installations, water quality sampling and hydraulic response tests (e.g., slug, pumping, and packer testing).
• Groundwater analysis using AquiferTest or AQTESOLV.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) combined with willingness to work as part of a group.
• Occasional travel may be required in this position, and candidates must be prepared to undertake site visits.
• Mentor team members in the office and field.
• Experience with numerical modeling using Modflow and FeFlow will be considered as an asset.
• Installation of water supply and observation wells.
• Execution of aquifer testing programs (as per the regulatory requirements for obtaining groundwater diversion licenses) for clients.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 30,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

Additional Information:

• Organization: 704 EGI