Water Resources Data Analyst

WWC Engineering; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

WWC Engineering is seeking a Water Resources Scientist to join our Sheridan, WY team. The role centers on supporting groundwater and surface-water projects with emphasis on data analysis and management.

You will work with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to complete tasks accurately and efficiently while improving data organization and processes. You will compile and quality-check water data, develop calculations and dashboards, and prepare documentation of data sources and findings.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, civil or environmental engineering, water resources, environmental science, or a related field.
• Two to five years of experience with environmental, scientific, engineering, monitoring, or other technical data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Word.
• Interest in pursuing professional credentials, such as Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer licensure, is desirable.
• Experience with CAD or GIS is beneficial but not required.
• Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to mining and water resources is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Compile, organize, maintain, and quality-check groundwater and surface-water data, including water levels, flow, and water-quality results.
• Use spreadsheets and databases to enter, import, export, clean, join, and manage data from multiple sources.
• Review data for completeness, consistency, and potential errors; investigate unusual results and resolve data issues with the project team.
• Prepare calculations, tables, charts, dashboards, maps, or other practical tools to effectively communicate data and findings.
• Apply database, programming, scripting, macros, Power Query, or other automation tools as appropriate to improve repetitive or inefficient processes.
• Assist experienced technical staff with groundwater and surface-water evaluations and field data collection.
• Prepare clear documentation of data sources, methods, quality-control activities, and key findings.
• Manage multiple assignments and changing priorities while meeting expectations for accuracy, responsiveness, schedule, and budget.
• Participate in quality-control reviews and incorporate feedback into completed work.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

GIS

CAD

Education

B.S. or M.S. in geology, hydrogeology, hydrology, civil or environmental engineering, water resources, environmental science, or a related field

Tools

CAD

GIS

Job description

WWC Engineering is seeking a Water Resources Scientist to join our Sheridan, WY team. The role centers on supporting groundwater and surface-water projects with emphasis on data analysis and management.

You will work with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to complete tasks accurately and efficiently while improving data organization and processes. You will compile and quality-check water data, develop calculations and dashboards, and prepare documentation of data sources and findings.