Groundwater Modeler/Hydrogeologist
About this role
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role of Groundwater Modeler/Hydrogeologist we'll count on you to:
- Work under more-senior modelers, using prescribed methods in various data analysis and modeling assignments as part of groundwater and contaminant fate and transport modeling projects.
- Evaluate groundwater movement, contaminant fate and transport, groundwater supplies, and land subsidence due to over withdrawal of groundwater
- Acquire, organize and analyze environmental data
- Set up and execute mathematical models
- Perform quality-control checks on model input and results
- Participate in project meetings, proposal preparation, report writing and presentations
- Develop statistical and graphical comparisons of model results and data
Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in hydrogeology or environmental engineering (with a focus on groundwater modeling or hydrogeologic processes) preferred
- Experience conducting groundwater modeling, working with modeling programs like MODFLOW, MODPATH, MT3DMS and model processing software such as GMS or Groundwater Vistas required, however, would consider strong candidate with a directly relevant
- Masters with required experience in modeling programs and mathematical software with academic related experience in modeling
- Experience with mathematical software such as Python, MatLab and R
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including a thorough understanding of hydrogeological processes and principles
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Candidates who reside locally in the Philadelphia area are preferred
- Previous field experience collecting groundwater data preferred
- OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification are a plus
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- Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering/science, oceanography or closely related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team to completion of task
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Company at a glance
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.
When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.
Top Benefits
- Employee ownership
- Inclusive environment
- Employee network groups
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