Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Worthington (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler to lead advanced groundwater modeling and site assessment across multiple Midwest locations, including Ann Arbor, Columbus, Overland Park, Milwaukee, and St. Louis.

This role emphasizes innovative projects, contamination investigations, and client collaboration in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will design investigations, oversee models, supervise data analysis, and contribute to remediation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Professional licensure (P.E. or P.G.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversight of hydrogeologic investigations and conceptual site models.
• Provide technical hydrogeological support to groundwater supply projects, dewatering, and contaminated sites.
• Characterize aquifers using pumping tests, down hole geophysics and hydraulic profiling.
• Lead data analysis/visualization of site investigation data including tables, maps, figures.
• Support fate and transport modeling, natural attenuation evaluations, and risk assessment.
• Perform project management including budgeting, scheduling, and client satisfaction.
• Serve as a testifying expert on litigation matters involving hydrogeologic assessment and contaminant fate and transport.
• Prepare, review, and certify technical reports and proposals.
• Lead meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.
• Lead proposal efforts and business development activities.
• Coordinate contractor oversight for remediation projects.
• Drive vehicles to client sites as needed.

Skills

Groundwater modeling

Hydrogeology

Client management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences

Advanced degree (preferred)

Professional licensure (P.E. or P.G.) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

EVS

MODFLOW/MT3D

Job description

Title

Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Hydrogeologist, Groundwater Modeler in our Ann Arbor, MI, Columbus, OH, Overland Park, KS, Milwaukee, WI or St. Louis, MO office or other Midwest based offices. The opportunity to work a hybrid schedule may be available at the discretion of the Company. This position is well-suited for a talented, highly experienced groundwater modeler who is interested in contributing to innovative and challenging projects involving contaminated site assessment and remediation, groundwater management and water supply, litigation support, and contaminant fate and transport.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and oversight of hydrogeologic investigations and preparation of conceptual site models.


• Provide technical hydrogeological support to various projects including groundwater supply development, construction dewatering and contaminant sites.


• Characterize aquifers using various methods including aquifer pumping tests, down hole geophysics and high-resolution hydraulic profiling.


• Lead data analysis/visualization of site investigation data including the preparation of tables, maps, and figures using both industry-standard and cutting-edge applications.


• Support fate and transport modeling, natural attenuation evaluations, and risk assessment.


• Perform task and project management, including planning and implementing investigation and remediation projects, budgeting and budget management, adherence to schedule, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.


• Serve as a testifying expert on litigation matters involving hydrogeologic assessment and contaminant fate and transport.


• Prepare, review, and certify technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals.


• Lead meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties.


• Lead proposal efforts and other business development activities.


• Coordinate contractor oversight for assessment and remediation projects.


• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences. (required)


• Advanced degree of the same. (preferred)


• Professional registration (i.e., P.E. or P.G.) (preferred)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 8 years (10+ preferred) of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)


• Experience with developing and analyzing aquifer pumping tests. (required)


• Demonstrated proficiency in contaminant remediation and quantitative hydrogeology. (required)


• Experience with the use of high-resolution investigation methods (laser-induced fluorescence (LIF), membrane interface probes (MIP), and hydraulic profiling tools (HPT)). (preferred)


• Experience with visualization tools (AutoCAD, ArcGIS or EVS) and/or groundwater flow (Modflow, MT3D). (preferred)


• Demonstrated success in the development and management of clients. (required)


• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed. (required)


• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Job Information

Primary Location: US-MI-Ann Arbor

ID: 2026-5043

Category: Groundwater Modeling

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Remote: No

Additional Location: US-OH-Worthington

Additional Location: US-KS-Overland Park

Additional Location: US-WI-Milwaukee

Additional Location: US-MO-Chesterfield