Principal Hydrogeologist & Water Resources Leader

Terraphase Engineering Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) match

Tuition/Licensing/Professional Dev

Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Terraphase Engineering Inc. is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist, Geologist, or Groundwater Geologist to provide strategic and technical support on client projects and lead business development.

The role involves significant client engagement, project management, and staff development across water resources, environmental investigation/remediation, and litigation support. Collaboration with consulting scientists and engineers is essential.

Qualifications

• Hold an advanced degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Licensed Hydrogeologist (LHG) in the state of Washington.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in hydrogeology 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.

Responsibilities

• Be involved in projects with Environmental, Geotechnical, and Hydrogeology Teams and contribute to a growing organization.
• Familiar with drilling, design, construction, testing, evaluation, and rehabilitation of large capacity water supply wells.
• Develop and apply analytical and numerical groundwater models to support investigations and water resource projects.
• Analyze well testing data, model results, geophysical data, and hydrogeological data, and prepare plots/reports.
• Provide technical support for well drilling, wellhead protection, water rights, and hydrogeologic investigations.
• Plan and manage projects and participate in client and regulatory meetings.
• Lead business development activities including client contact/presentations and proposals.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure technical quality within Terraphase.

Skills

Advanced degree in Geology/Env Sci

LHG licensed (WA)

Groundwater modelling

Project leadership

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Geology/Environmental Science

Tools

Groundwater modelling software

Job description

Terraphase Engineering Inc. is seeking a Principal Hydrogeologist, Geologist, or Groundwater Geologist to provide strategic and technical support on client projects and lead business development.

The role involves significant client engagement, project management, and staff development across water resources, environmental investigation/remediation, and litigation support. Collaboration with consulting scientists and engineers is essential.