Senior Hydrogeologist

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry | Hydro is seeking an exceptional Senior Hydrogeologist in our Central Florida Water Market. The position requires a degree in Geology and/or hydrogeology, with a Master’s degree preferred and 15–20 years of directly related experience.

You will conduct complex groundwater research, develop groundwater flow models (MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas), assess regulatory issues, and interact with clients and agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Hydrogeology; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience with regulators and engineering teams.
• Strong groundwater-flow modeling knowledge and skills.
• Proficient technical writing and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and provide technical expertise on groundwater projects.
• Model groundwater flow systems and develop hydrogeologic models.
• Provide solutions to complex water management issues and present to audiences.
• Manage projects, contractors, and deliverables; write proposals.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to team planning.

Skills

Groundwater modeling

Hydrogeology

Technical writing

Presentations

Client development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MODFLOW

Groundwater Vistas

Numerical FD/FE modeling

Job description

Senior Hydrogeologist

Dewberry | Hydro is currently seeking an exceptional Senior Hydrogeologist in our Central Florida Water Market. Position requires a degree in Geology (and/or hydrogeology). Master's degree is preferred, and 15 - 20 years of directly related experience.

Dewberry is a leading, market‑facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors are our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex research and provide technical expertise on assigned projects, including independent modeling of groundwater flow systems.
• Understanding of the principles of groundwater‑flow modeling; develops and applies complex groundwater flow and hydrologic models and is familiar with and uses associated programs and processes.
• Demonstrates expertise in groundwater and surface‑water hydrology, groundwater quality, water resource development, management, regulation, and geologic principles and practices.
• Provide recommendations regarding solutions to solve complex water management issues. Prepare and present solutions to a variety of audiences including policy makers.
• Managing projects and contractors; development of specifications and construction management and oversight.
• Identify, develop, and manage the delivery of solutions to our clients.
• Manage regulatory agency communications.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and keeping up to date with technological and legislative developments.
• Assist with writing proposals and maintaining client relationships.
• Assist with junior staff mentoring, and team planning/development.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Hydrogeology. Master’s preferred.
• The candidate must have 10+ years of progressive experience working with regulatory authorities and teams of engineers and scientists.
• Working knowledge of hydrogeologic and groundwater flow principles.
• Working knowledge of groundwater flow models.
• Strong statistical background.
• Proficient in technical writing and presentations.
• Capability and desire to assist in the development of new business with clients and teaming partners, utilizing existing and newly developed relationships.
• A working knowledge of Florida's hydrogeology and environmental constraints would be preferred.
• Computer modeling skills should include Numerical (FD & FE) modeling, MODFLOW, Groundwater Vistas and other regional Florida groundwater models.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.