Senior Hydrogeologist

EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Competitive Salary

Low deductible health coverage

Generous paid-time-off policy

Paid volunteer time

Tuition reimbursement

Professional Development

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee wellness program

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Sacramento is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist with extensive experience in hydrogeologic modeling and project management for CERCLA sites related to former hard rock mines. Candidates must have at least 10 years of relevant experience and the ability to design well and pump tests. A California Hydrogeologist License is preferred. Competitive salary between $150,000 and $170,000 USD, alongside comprehensive benefits including a 401k plan and paid volunteer time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hydrogeologic experience, focused on CERCLA cleanup sites.
• Extensive experience on EPA projects and understanding environmental regulations.
• California Licensed Hydrogeologist (CHG) or California Professional Geologist (PG).

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced hydrogeologic modeling for cleanup efforts.
• Design well and pump tests for hydrogeological investigations.
• Analyze and interpret hydrogeologic data for remediation strategies.
• Manage hydrogeology-related projects ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Assist with development of project proposals and contracts.

Skills

Hydrogeologic modeling

Well and pump test design

Data interpretation

Project management

EPA project experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

About Us

At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist with a strong background in hydrogeologic modeling to join our team in Sacramento, CA. This role will focus on providing expert hydrogeologic modeling, well and pump test design, and data interpretation for CERCLA cleanup sites associated with former hard rock mines. The ideal candidate will have significant technical experience and be available to manage related projects as needed.

Responsibilities

• Hydrogeologic Modeling: Provide advanced modeling to support cleanup efforts at former hard rock mine sites under CERCLA regulations.
• Well and Pump Test Design: Design well and pump tests to support hydrogeological investigations and site remediation.
• Data Interpretation: Analyze and interpret hydrogeologic data to guide decision-making and remediation strategies for CERCLA sites.
• Project Management: Manage hydrogeology-related projects, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
• Proposal Support: Assist with the development of contract and project proposals to secure new work opportunities.
• EPA Experience: Leverage your experience working on EPA projects to navigate regulatory requirements and ensure successful project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hydrogeologic experience, with a focus on CERCLA cleanup sites and former hard rock mines.
• Proven experience in hydrogeologic modeling, well and pump test design, and data interpretation.
• Extensive experience working on EPA projects and understanding environmental regulations.
• Bachelor's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred but not required.
• California Licensed Hydrogeologist (CHG) or California Professional Geologist (PG) with the ability to obtain the CHG.

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Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

Pay Range

$150,000 — $170,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

Why Join EA?

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team‑centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

What We Provide

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid‑time‑off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

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