Hydrogeologist/Hydrologist

The Foth Companies; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading science and engineering consulting firm in Wisconsin is seeking a Hydrogeologist / Hydrologist to support hydrogeological and surface water hydrology projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology, and experience in groundwater modeling. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Competitive compensation and diverse projects await in an encouraging work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Experience with hydrogeological investigations through internships or academics.
• Familiarity with numerical groundwater flow modeling using relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Support hydrogeology and surface water hydrology projects.
• Conduct field investigations and develop groundwater models.
• Perform quantitative analysis of hydrological data.

Skills

Hydrogeological investigations

Groundwater modeling

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology

Tools

MODFLOW

HEC-RAS

GoldSim

Job description

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Base pay range

$50,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

About Foth

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 30 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Hydrogeologist / Hydrologist, who has a desire to contribute to our clients' success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of our Green Bay, WI, Madison, WI, Minneapolis, MN, or Duluth, MN office locations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support hydrogeology and surface water hydrology projects in the mining and environmental services industry
• Conduct field investigations, including aquifer testing, surface water discharge gauging, and geologic logging/mapping
• Develop and apply numerical groundwater flow and transport models in support of mine permitting, industrial development, and site remediation
• Develop and apply surface water models involving rainfall runoff/hydrology and open channel hydraulic processes for mine-scale water management planning, including watershed-scale analysis, reservoir evaluation and design, open channels hydraulic design, and hydraulic structures design and analysis
• Execute technical investigations for hydrologic characterization of groundwater systems in environments comprised of unconsolidated deposits, sedimentary rock, and fractured crystalline rock
• Perform quantitative analysis of hydrologic, hydrogeological and climate data, including probabilistic analysis and forecasting
• Develop technical investigation plans for hydrologic characterization of groundwater systems in environments comprised of unconsolidated deposits, sedimentary rock, and fractured crystalline rock
• Develop technical reports and memos to support the permitting of natural resource development project
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology with an emphasis in hydrogeology and/or surface water hydrology
• Experience performing hydrogeological and hydrologic investigations, analysis, and modeling, through internships, co-ops or academics
• Previous experience conducting groundwater modeling using MODFLOW/MT3D, FEFLOW, or other numerical codes
• Experience with technical writing and report preparation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology
• 2+ years of water resources / hydrogeology experience in mining applications including numerical simulations of groundwater flow and constituent transport in unconsolidated, sedimentary, and fractured rock systems
• Professional licensure
• Previous experience in probabilistic modelling using GoldSim or other Monte Carlo simulation platforms
• Previous experience developing and applying numerical groundwater flow, transport, and surface water hydrology and hydraulic models
• Previous experience surface water modeling using HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, and XP-SWMM
• Previous experience planning and coordinating hydrogeological and hydrologic field studies
• Previous experience conducting packer and multi-well aquifer testing
• Previous experience analyzing field investigation data
• Previous experience with statistical/probabilistic analysis and forecasting involving hydrogeological and hydrologic time series data
• Previous experience integrating hydrogeological and hydrologic studies and numerical analysis with feasibility studies and alternatives analysis
• Previous experience analyzing groundwater flow and transport in deep bedrock environments
• Previous experience managing large data sets and evaluation of data
• Previous experience with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and documentation
• Previous experience with mine permitting and industrial water quality permitting in the United States

Why Foth

• Established Reputation: With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.
• Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.
• Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.

Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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The base compensation listed for this job posting reflects a general range for the posted position. Base compensation will vary based on factors such as: years of experience, location, level of responsibility and licenses/certifications. In addition to compensation, Foth members may be eligible to receive bonuses through our Earned Performance Incentive program. All employees are eligible for On-the-Spot bonuses. Exempt members are also eligible for either quarterly and/or annual bonuses. Eligible full-time and part-time members will be offered medical, dental, vision insurance, employee assistance program, disability, retirement, holiday pay, and several other voluntary benefits. Regular full-time members are also eligible for paid time off. Please reach out to the recruiting team to discuss any specific benefits or compensation questions.

Note: In some situations, we may consider an alternative position based on your skill set and experience. This may result in a different compensation range.