Lead Hydrogeologist

Green Bay, Wisconsin / Minneapolis, Minnesota / Duluth, Minnesota / Madison, Wisconsin Environmental/Geology /Full Time Exempt /Hybrid Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities.

If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at  Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Hydrogeologist who is looking for new learning experiences, opportunities for career growth, and a desire to contribute to our clients’ success.  This position will be working out of our Green Bay, WI;
Minneapolis, MN;
Duluth, MN; or Madison, WI locations with the opportunity for a hybrid schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead the technical execution of hydrogeological aspects of projects

Work with project managers to estimate project costs and consult on technical approach

Develop technical approaches for regional hydrologic characterization of groundwater systems in environments comprised of unconsolidated deposits and fractured crystalline rock Provide project and technical leadership on complex, multi-disciplined projects, to include managing a portion of a project’s budget, scope, schedule, regulatory and contractual commitments

Develop and implement technical approaches for numerical analysis of groundwater and surface water systems in support of permitting, industrial development and site remediation

Teach, mentor and develop other members, as well as serve as a resource in the area of hydrogeology

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Engineering, or a closely related field

Minimum 10 years of experience conducting hydrogeological investigations, including at least 5 years of hands-on field experience

Demonstrated experience coordinating and executing field characterization programs, including aquifer testing, hydro physical profiling, groundwater modeling, and numerical analysis

Proven ability to provide project leadership on complex, multi-disciplinary projects, including management of budgets, schedules, regulatory and contractual commitments, and delivery of technical consultation

Experience integrating hydrogeologic investigations and numerical analyses with feasibility studies and alternatives analyses

Previous experience providing expert witness testimony at environmental hearings

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Hydrogeology or Engineering, or a closely related field

Experience working in deep bedrock environments

Previous experience working with a technical consulting firm $100,000 - $140,000 a year

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.  Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances.

Applicants must complete the required…