Hydrogeologist/Hydrologist - Entry Level - Hybrid

Usi Insurance; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Usi Insurance is seeking an entry-level Hydrogeologist/Hydrologist to support hydrogeology and surface water hydrology projects. This role involves field investigations, conducting technical analyses, and working collaboratively with a team of engineers and scientists.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology and have experience with hydrological modeling tools. Competitive salary range is offered, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology with an emphasis in hydrogeology and/or surface water hydrology.
• Professional experience performing hydrogeological and hydrologic investigations through internships or co‑ops.
• Proficiency with groundwater and surface water modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Support hydrogeology and surface water hydrology projects.
• Conduct field investigations and geologic logging/mapping.
• Develop technical investigation plans for groundwater systems.

Skills

Technical writing

Water Resources Engineering

Hydrology modeling tools

Statistical/probabilistic modeling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology

Master’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

MODFLOW/MT3D

FEFLOW

HEC-RAS

XP-SWMM

Job description

Hydrogeologist/Hydrologist - Entry Level

Foth is a 100% member‑owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 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 and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Foth is 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.

Job Responsibilities

• Support hydrogeology and surface water hydrology projects in the 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 project permitting, industrial development, and site remediation
• 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 and hydrogeological 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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Water Resources Engineering or Geology with an emphasis in hydrogeology and/or surface water hydrology
• Professional experience performing hydrogeological and hydrologic investigations, analysis, and modeling, through internships or co‑ops
• Technical writing and report preparation experience
• Proficiency with groundwater and surface water modeling tools, such as MODFLOW/MT3D, FEFLOW, HEC‑RAS, HEC‑HMS, XP‑SWMM, or similar numerical codes

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Water Resources Engineering, Geology, or a related field, with 2+ years of experience in water resources or hydrogeology, preferably supporting mining applications
• Experience developing and applying numerical groundwater flow, constituent transport, and surface water hydrology/hydraulic models, including work in unconsolidated, sedimentary, fractured rock, and deep bedrock environments
• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing hydrogeologic and hydrologic field investigations, including packer testing, multi‑well aquifer testing, and analysis of field and large data sets
• Demonstrated ability to perform data analysis, statistical/probabilistic modeling, and time‑series forecasting for hydrologic and hydrogeologic systems
• Experience integrating hydrogeologic and hydrologic analyses with feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and mine permitting efforts
• Familiarity with NEPA processes and documentation and mine permitting in the United States

$50,000 - $70,000 a year