Senior Hydrogeologist

HDR, Inc.; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Montana seeks a Senior Hydrogeologist to provide high-level hydraulic and hydrogeologic analysis, modeling and investigations across mining and water resources projects.

You will lead planning and supervision of a medium-to-large staff and contribute to major company programs. The role involves water supply planning, well and pump design, groundwater and surface water modeling, and water quality investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a water-resources field.
• 10+ years of analysis, modeling and design experience.
• Project management skills are a plus.
• Committed to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level hydraulic and hydrologic analysis, modeling and investigation.
• Plan and supervise work of medium to large staff.
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects as needed.
• Water supply planning, permitting and well design.
• Groundwater or surface water modeling and water quality investigations.

Skills

Project management

Team supervision

Hydrogeology

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Hydrogeologist, we'll count on you to

• Provide high-level technical expertise with regard to hydraulic/hydrologic analysis, modeling and investigation
• Specialize in project areas that have greater scope and complexity
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects as needed, though project management is not sole focus of position
• Water supply planning and permitting
• Well and pump system design
• Groundwater or surface water modeling
• Water quality investigations
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mining or alternative hydrogeologic experience is preferred.
• Local candidates preferred. Must be willing to work out of one of our Montana offices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Hydrology, Civil Engineering, Water Resources or closely related field
• 10 or more years of analysis, modeling and design and management experience
• Project management skills a plus
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Industry

Water

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Water Treatment

Job Posting

Jul 20, 2026

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