Associate Geologist

Overview

WSP is seeking an Associate Geologist with 1 to 3 years of consulting experience to join our Pacific Northwest Site Investigation & Remediation Team in Redmond, WA. The role focuses on environmental remediation and related services for industrial, commercial, and government clients.

• Perform fieldwork and data evaluation for soil, soil vapor/gas, groundwater, surface water, and stormwater investigations
• Develop technical reports, plans, and calculations under guidance of senior reviewers
• Support site remediation planning, chemical fate and transport assessment, hazardous waste management, permitting, and site planning
• Document solutions and communicate findings through technical writing and verbal presentations
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams, managing multiple tasks within project deadlines
• Adhere to federal, Oregon, and Washington regulations and WSP’s Code of Conduct

• B.S. or higher in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related discipline
• Minimum 1 year post‑education environmental consulting experience
• Experience supporting sampling, drilling oversight, site assessment, remediation, and/or compliance projects
• Proficiency in preparing tables, figures, boring logs, and technical summaries for reports
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately within deadlines
• Effective organizational skills and ability to work independently in field and office environments
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of workplace safety policies and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, and anti‑harassment policies

• Exposure to Oregon and/or Washington environmental regulatory programs
• Geologist‑in‑Training professional registration in Washington (if a Geologist/Hydrogeologist is preferred)
• Master’s Degree
• 40‑hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) preferred
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid sick leave, vacation, parental leave, and other time off including bereavement and voting

Expected salary (all locations): $80,169 – $94,000. Compensation range is based on education, experience, and geographic location.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.