Geologic Modeler​/Hydrogeologist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Experienced Geologist / Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA, Seattle, WA, or Portland, OR offices. Be involved in projects with our Environment, Remediation, and Water Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

• Provide interpretation of subsurface conditions and develop conceptual geologic models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent.
• Analyze and interpret geologic and hydrogeological data and prepare reports.
• Provide technical support for geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, hydrogeologic testing, geologic and hydrogeologic visualization, analytical and numerical groundwater flow modeling, contaminated sites investigations, and development of conceptual site models.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with clients by providing technical expertise, responsiveness, and cost‑targeted consulting services.
• Perform (either in a lead or supporting role) business development activities, including client contact/presentations, proposal writing, and professional society participation.
• Serve as an internal technical resource to provide guidance/review to help ensure technical quality within WSP.
• Work closely with other members of the WSP Site Investigation and Remediation Team and the broader technical community worldwide in a collaborative environment.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrology, or Engineering.
• Minimum of three years of experience developing geologic models and conceptual site models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent.
• Minimum of five years of experience; preferably in a consulting practice.
• Strong all‑around academic knowledge of physical geology and hydrogeology.
• Proficiency and familiarity with soil and rock logging procedures.
• Practical experience with physical geology/hydrogeology including groundwater sampling, monitoring well installation, and hydraulic conductivity testing.
• Familiarity with conceptual site model development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, leading discussions, technical documentation, and proposal/report writing.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Excellent work ethic with strong organization and time‑management skills.
• Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

• Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Licensed Hydrogeologist (LHg).
• Post‑graduate degree (M.Sc., Ph.D.) in Geology, Hydrology, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with geophysical methods and interpretation of geophysical data.
• Experience working with GIS‑type software, digital databases, and visualization software.
• Programming experience including Python, R, and VBA.

Salary range: $99,700 - $133,300.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal‑Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.