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Stantec Hydrogeologist in MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota
Hydrogeologist - ( 230002ZN )
Description
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talent on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a Hydrogeologist to join our hydrogeology team with an opportunity to support our expanding business in the Environmental Services Business Lines.
- Location of the position is flexible within the United States
The Hydrogeologist will report to a Hydrogeologist Team Leader and will support groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling, hydrogeologic investigations, conceptual site model development, GIS analysis, remediation system evaluation, remedial system design, monitoring and maintenance, statistical analysis of geologic and groundwater chemistry data, report writing, and field investigations.
This position interacts with both internal and external clients in field and office settings. The position requires some travel, potentially to remote field sites within the United States.
Your Key Responsibilities
The position will be responsible for analyzing and communicating hydrologic and geologic data to provide insight into critical groundwater flow processes and will support the completion of environmental remediation and water resources projects.
Develop conceptual, analytical, and numerical groundwater flow models to support remedial evaluations and risk assessments
Interpret aquifer tests, characterize aquifers based on maps and other spatial data, and perform spatial analysis using GIS tools
Prepare proposals, develop work plans, schedules, and budgets and management of tasks
Prepare technical reports documenting field investigations and analytical results
Prepare and deliver presentations of hydrogeologic investigations to internal and external clients
Assist project managers with developing project budgets, determining project scope, and establishing project schedules
Develop conceptual, analytical, and numerical groundwater flow and contaminant transport models
Prepare technical reports which document model development and results
Support water supply planning and water use permitting
Perform field investigations in support of hydrogeology studies including drilling, well construction, and testing oversight; groundwater sampling; and water level monitoring
Collaborate with other scientific and engineering professionals within the practice
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Travel as required for the purpose of leading field crews, performing environmental monitoring, or off-site meetings with clients and/or regulatory agencies with overnight travel sometimes required
Ability to mentor junior and intermediate staff and provide input to improve hydrogeologic interpretations or client deliverables
Ability to work on several projects or tasks during any given day on a consistent basis
Advanced skills in technical writing
Demonstrate sound understanding and application of established practices, standards, and guidelines
Assignments/projects are advanced in nature and require the application of mature knowledge
Excellent organizational and communication skills: verbal and graphic, business writing, electronic communications and presentations
Ability to work independently with little supervision in the field at remote sites and work well with others to achieve group results
Ability to mentor junior staff and provide input to improve hydrogeologic interpretations or client deliverables
Must be able to manage time, be organized, and set priorities
Practical ability to analyze field and technical data, perform research, demonstrate technical knowledge, problem solve and ability to make timely decisions
Positive attitude and a desire for continuous learning.
Maintain a disciplined approach to project execution and technical excellence
Possess strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions
Possess proficient skills in communication and technical information exchange with clients, engineers and scientists, government regulators and agencies, and academia, as well as non-technical communication to the public
Participate in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Policies, Procedures, Standards and Guidelines in the execution of all work
Follow safe work practices and adhere to company and client guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner
Strong technical aptitude. Solid computer skills are a must. Knowledge of groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling software, GIS, Excel, database software, etc., is preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint
Must pass drug test, background check, physical, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving policy
Education and Experience
Graduate degree from a Geoscience or Engineering program with an emphasis on the areas of physical and contaminant transport hydrogeology is preferred; bachelor’s degree required.
Experience and/or course work completed in groundwater modeling is required, experience with MODFLOW software is preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of hydrogeological experience in consulting, academic, or regulatory environment, regularly using and analyzing hydrogeologic data.
Existing professional registration or ability to work towards a professional registration (PG. or PE.)
Expertise in GIS is required.
Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication are required (record of publications, project reports, and/or public presentations will be requested)
Majority of time spent in office environment with prolonged sitting and computer work.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Other Locations : United States
Organization : BC-2277 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes MN
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jul 25, 2023, 9:32:13 AM
Req ID: 230002ZN
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans