Environmental Geologist

Environmental Geologist 1 at HDR

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Environmental Geologist 1 to join our dynamic team of environmental professionals. This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to grow their technical and field experience in environmental consulting. The successful candidate will support a variety of projects including site assessments, environmental investigations, remediation efforts, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will have environmental experience, be willing to travel, and be able to work across multiple HDR departments to build relationships and take control of your career trajectory.

• Follow prescribed procedures and detailed instructions, conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents
• Perform routine scientist assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures on projects that have clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

• Willingness to travel and perform fieldwork in varying conditions
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with field apparatus/techniques including water level meters, pumps, field-screening equipment, various drilling techniques, etc.
• Experience with GIS, CAD, or environmental software (e.g., Surfer, MODFLOW, Aqutesolv, gINT)
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., RCRA, CERCLA)
• Progress toward or interest in pursuing GIT or PG licensure
• Prior experience with fieldwork a plus but not required
• Experience preparing technical reports, well diagrams, and boring logs a plus but not required
• Local candidates preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field
• Ability to assess and classify soil and rock samples to determine geologic type
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
• May require ability to travel
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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.

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.

Primary

Location:

United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Industry: Waste

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Business Class:
Site Investigation and Remediation

Job Posting:
Oct 6, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.