Associate Hydrogeologist

Terraphase Engineering Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for an Associate Hydrogeologist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to provide strategic and technical support on various client projects while engaging in business development efforts. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex environmental challenges, utilizing advanced analytical techniques and models. If you are passionate about environmental science and looking to make a significant impact, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Match

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Work Schedule

Ongoing Company-Sponsored Events

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting or related field.
• Licensed Hydrogeologist (LHG) in Washington state.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and engage with clients and regulatory bodies.
• Develop groundwater models to support investigations and projects.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Writing

Project Management

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Problem-Solving

Client Engagement

Education

Advanced Degree in Geology

Advanced Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Numerical Modelling Packages

Groundwater Monitoring Instrumentation

Job description

Description

Terraphase is seeking an Associate Hydrogeologist, Geologist, or Groundwater Geologist. The desired individual can provide strategic and technical support on client projects and effectively support business development efforts within the firm’s growing water resources, environmental investigation/remediation, and litigation support service areas. The role entails significant responsibilities for client engagement, project management, and staff development. Projects will commonly involve multidisciplinary engagements where effective collaboration and communication with a team of consulting scientists and engineers will be expected.

The Role

• Be involved in projects with our Environmental, Geotechnical, and Hydrogeology Teams and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.
• Familiar with the drilling, design, construction, testing, evaluation, and rehabilitation of large capacity water supply wells.
• Develop and apply analytical, analytic elements, and numerical groundwater models to support contaminated site investigations and water resource projects.
• Analysis and interpretation of well testing data, model results, geophysical data, and hydrogeological data and preparation of plots and reports.
• Providing technical support for well drilling, wellhead protection, water rights, 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.
• Planning and managing projects and participating in client and regulatory meetings.
• Performing 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 Terraphase as well as mentoring to junior level staff.

Who You Are

• Hold an advanced degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Licensed Hydrogeologist (LHG) in the state of Washington.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental consulting or a related field.
• Familiarity with Washington State geology, hydrogeology, and environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Experienced with industry-standard numerical modelling packages and analytical codes.
• Strong reputation among clients and peers for creativity, integrity, responsiveness, and technical expertise.
• Well-versed with typical production well drilling techniques.
• Skilled with the installation and operation of groundwater monitoring instrumentation.
• Strong technical skills in modelling analysis.
• Excellent technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Experience leading project teams and supervising the work of others.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team as well as independently.

Who We Are

We are an environmental consulting company that offers cost-effective solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. We apply technical expertise and keen awareness of the regulatory framework to achieve our clients' project goals and objectives. The combined talent and experience of Terraphase's engineers, geologists, and scientists form the foundation for a comprehensive environmental management approach.

Terraphase was founded with the goal of developing a full-service engineering and consulting firm that provides high-quality services to clients with regional and nationwide operations. We are driven by creating valuable work products for our company and clients, and a rewarding environment for our employees. Our staff is comprised of registered professionals in civil engineering, geology, hydrogeology, and geotechnical engineering.

Our unique company culture philosophy of appreciating and recognizing individuals for their work, leadership, and mentoring, while supporting and encouraging a healthy personal and professional lifestyle help to make Terraphase one of the best places to work.

Benefits

Terraphase offers an extensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, a generous 401(k) match, Commuter Benefits, TerraLunches, TerraTalks, Tuition/Licensing/Professional Development Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedule, ongoing company-sponsored events.

EOE STATEMENT

Terraphase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to an inclusive & diverse work environment where individual strengths and diverse viewpoints are respected and complement each other to achieve common goals. (EOE M/V/F/D)

Salary

Compensation for this position is based on years of experience, technical expertise, technical education, and geographic location with a range of $105,000-$175,000.