Geologist 2

HDR, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Geologist II to support our Waste sector, shaping geologic and hydrologic studies, field work, remediation tasks, and design options for sustainable infrastructure.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Geology or related field, 5+ years of experience, travel ability, and strong communication. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a collaborative, employee-owned culture are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
• Prior field work experience is required.
• Experience with well installation techniques, groundwater and soil sampling.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Leadership and ability to work in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in rugged environments.
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist with geologic and hydrologic studies, including field work, and other hydrologic, geologic, and geophysical tasks both locally and nationally.
• Assist with contaminated site remediation tasks.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents.
• Perform assignments requiring application of moderately complex objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on medium-size projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Field work

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or a closely related field

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As part of our Waste sector, you will help shape solid waste infrastructure and environmental stewardship, delivering comprehensive solutions that span waste planning, remediation, engineering, and implementation. You will collaborate closely with clients and communities to design sustainable, cost‑effective systems that contribute to cleaner environments and healthier communities.

Geologist II Responsibilities

• Assist with geologic and hydrologic studies, including field work, and other hydrologic, geologic, and geophysical tasks both locally and nationally.
• Assist with contaminated site remediation tasks.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents.
• Perform assignments requiring application of moderately complex objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on medium‑size projects or assist more‑senior scientists on larger projects.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Prior experience with field work.
• Experience with well installation techniques, and groundwater and soil sampling procedures and analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures).
• May require ability to travel.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.