Intermediate Hydrogeologist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Geologist / Hydrogeologist for our Albuquerque, NM office. Be involved in projects with our US Mine Water & Environment Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client objectives and solves their challenges. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, geotechnical, and hydrogeological projects.

Your Impact

• Working within our Mine Closure / Mine Environment Team on geology and hydrogeology projects within the mining industry and beyond
• Field data collection planning and implementation in support of hydrogeologic interpretation including:
  • roundwater and surface water sampling and field testing
  • Geologic logging of boreholes 
  • Monitoring well installation 
  • Oversight of hydraulic well tests 
  • Multimedia sampling 
  • Installation and maintenance of field instrumentation for groundwater, surface water, and vadose zone monitoring.
• Utilize the latest technologies and techniques to interpret hydrogeologic and hydrologic data using data manipulation tools while maintaining quality control standards and procedures.
• Supervision of drilling and construction/ remediation contractors, collection of soil, rock, and groundwater samples, and other tasks in support of a wide variety of projects and environmental investigations.
• Contribute to large, cross functional and multidisciplinary projects with on-call components while working with engineers, geochemists, ecologists, GIS specialists, and other environmental experts.
• Communicate and document site conditions, observations, and activities.
• Understand the regulatory environment to successfully complete project work.
• Demonstrate Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) excellence, including complying with various guidelines, requirements, and goals as set. 
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
   

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geologic Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete data calculations and analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and on teams.
• Comfortable working in remote settings.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• Travel may require working from a remote field location away from home for extended periods of time; typically, up to 10 days.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Western United States depending on project-specific requirements.
• Ability to or willingness to learn to drive 4x4 trucks on city highways and unpaved terrain in all weather conditions.
• Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geologic Engineering, Environmental Science, or closely related discipline.
• College level hydrogeology course or practical experience with hydrogeology work.
• Geologist in Training (GIT) or Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or the ability to complete the exam within one year of start date.
• MSHA 24-hour Metal and Non-Metal Surface Mining certification.
• OSHA 40-hour certification 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Familiarity with discipline-specific software (i.e., AQTESOLV, Surfer, LogPlot, GIS, Leapfrog, and AutoCAD).

Physical Demands:

• Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions 
• Ability to drive large pick-up trucks
• Ability to use hands to operate field equipment
• Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, and lift up to 40 pounds