Associate Geologist/Hydrogeologist

WSP in the U.S.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Bereavement/voting time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Experienced Geologist/Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA, Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR offices. You will interpret subsurface conditions and develop geological models, support hydrogeologic investigations, and engage in business development while delivering quality consulting services.

The role requires a geology/hydrogeology background, proficiency with Leapfrog software, and strong communication. Travel may be required; WSP offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrology, or Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation of subsurface conditions and develop conceptual geologic models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent.
• Analyze and interpret geologic and hydrogeologic data and prepare reports.
• Provide technical support for geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, hydrogeologic testing, visualization, groundwater modeling, and site investigations.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships through technical expertise and responsive service.
• Participate in business development activities including client contact, proposals, and professional society involvement.
• Serve as an internal technical resource to ensure quality within WSP.

Skills

Geology knowledge

Hydrogeology fundamentals

Communication skills

English fluency

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrology, or Engineering

Tools

Leapfrog Geo/Leapfrog Works

GIS software

MS Word/Excel

Python/R/VBA (programming)

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Experienced Geologist / Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA, Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR offices . Be involved in projects with our

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Experienced Geologist / Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA, Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR offices . Be involved in projects with our Environment, Remediation, and Water Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Provide interpretation of subsurface conditions and develop conceptual geologic models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent;
• Analysis and interpretation of geologic and hydrogeological data and preparation of reports;
• Providing technical support for geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, hydrogeologic testing, geologic and hydrogeologic visualization, analytical and numerical groundwater flow modeling, contaminated sites investigations, and development of conceptual site models;
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with clients by providing technical expertise, being responsive and providing quality and cost targeted consulting services
• Performing (either in a lead or supporting role) business development activities, including client contact/presentations, proposal writing, and professional society participation;
• Serving as an internal technical resource to provide guidance/review to help ensure technical quality within WSP; and
• Work closely with other members of the WSP Site Investigation and Remediation Team as well as the wider WSP technical community around the world in a collaborative environment
• 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.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrology, or Engineering;
• Minimum of one-year of experience developing geologic models and conceptual site models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent;
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience; preferably in a consulting practice.
• Strong all-around academic knowledge of physical geology and hydrogeology;
• Proficiency and familiarity with soil and rock logging procedures;
• Practical experience with physical geology/hydrogeology including groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, and hydraulic conductivity testing;
• Familiarity with conceptual site model development;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (including making presentations, leading discussions; technical documentation, proposal/report writing, etc.), including English fluency;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel;
• Excellent work ethic with strong organization and time management skills;
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening;
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team; and
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Professional Geologist (PG);
• Post-graduate degree (M.Sc., Ph.D.) in Geology, Hydrology, Engineering, or related discipline;
• Familiarity with geophysical methods and interpretation of geophysical data;
• Experience working with GIS-type software, digital databases, and visualization software; and
• Programming experience including Python, R, and VBA.

WSP 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

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $80,169 - $84,200

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.