Hydrogeologist (Entry-level)

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC is seeking a junior hydrogeologist to support a broad range of groundwater projects, including high-yield supply wells, dewatering evaluation, and groundwater assessments. You will work under senior hydrogeologists, gaining mentorship across diverse hydrogeologic tasks.

The role combines field work and data analysis with rigorous reporting, map preparation, and client coordination. Travel is occasional, and strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of related experience required.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's in Hydrogeology or related fields with a focus in Hydrogeology.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, ArcPro; AQTESOLV/Visual MODFLOW Flex preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support groundwater resource projects including well installation, testing, dewatering evaluations, and related studies.
• Assist with all project aspects emphasizing field work, data analysis, and technical reporting.
• Collaborate with governmental, municipal, industrial, and commercial clients.
• Perform field evaluation activities such as well logging, aquifer testing, and groundwater sampling.
• Produce technical reports, data analyses, and map preparation; coordinate with clients and subcontractors.
• Work across various hydrogeologic environments including coastal plain, bedrock, and karst systems.
• Overnight travel is infrequent but occasionally required.

Skills

Writing skills

Communication

Field work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Hydrogeology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

ArcPro

AQTESOLV

Visual MODFLOW Flex

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supporting a broad spectrum of groundwater resource projects related to high-yield supply well installation and testing, mining dewatering evaluations, groundwater resource assessments, well rehabilitation, stormwater basin mounding analysis, construction dewatering evaluations, and much more. Work will be performed under the supervision of senior hydrogeologists, resulting in unique mentoring opportunities for a variety of hydrogeological tasks and applications
• Assist with all aspects of a project with a focus on field work, project management, data analysis, map preparation, and technical reporting.
• Work with governmental, municipal, industrial, and commercial clients.
• Field evaluation work to include well logging, aquifer testing, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, surface water monitoring, etc.
• Office work to include technical reporting, data analysis, client and subcontractor coordination, proposal preparation, and map preparation.
• Work in a variety of hydrogeologic environments, including coastal plain, crystalline bedrock, and karst aquifer systems.
• Overnight travel is infrequent but will be required at times.

Qualifications

• 0 -3 years of related experience required
• Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Hydrogeology or related fields such as Geology or Environmental Engineering with a focus in Hydrogeology
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, and ArcPro. Experience with AQTESOLV and/or Visual MODFLOW Flex is preferred
• Excellent writing and communication skills and a commitment to continue learning.

The expected pay range for this role and location is $50,000-70,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

Military Qualifications

The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":

• E-5

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit:www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.