Remote Hydrogeologist: Sustainable Water Modeling Lead

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly qualified Remote Hydrogeologist to manage groundwater resources for mining projects worldwide from a remote location in the United States. The role emphasizes modeling, monitoring, and sustainable water management across global sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in hydrogeology or related fields, with 6+ years of mining-related hydrogeology experience, strong GIS and data interpretation skills, and proficiency in groundwater modeling software.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in hydrogeology or a related field is required.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive hydrogeology experience in mining contexts.
• Proficiency with groundwater modeling and GIS tools is expected.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydrogeological investigations, aquifer characterization and groundwater monitoring.
• Develop and calibrate groundwater flow and contaminant transport models.
• Assess mining impacts on local and regional groundwater resources.
• Develop strategies for sustainable water management and dewatering.
• Interpret hydrogeological data and prepare technical reports.
• Collaborate with environmental scientists, geologists and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with water resource regulations and permits.
• Provide expert advice on groundwater risks and mitigations.
• Oversee groundwater sampling and analysis programs.
• Stay updated on hydrogeological modeling software and techniques.

Skills

Analytical skills

GIS analysis

Data interpretation

Independent/remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Hydrogeology/Geology/Earth Sciences

Tools

MODFLOW

FEFLOW

GMS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly qualified Remote Hydrogeologist to manage groundwater resources for mining projects worldwide from a remote location in the United States. The role emphasizes modeling, monitoring, and sustainable water management across global sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in hydrogeology or related fields, with 6+ years of mining-related hydrogeology experience, strong GIS and data interpretation skills, and proficiency in groundwater modeling software.