Senior Hydrogeologist

About Us

At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem‑solving. The culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high‑quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist with a strong background in hydrogeologic modeling to join our team in Sacramento, CA. This role will focus on providing expert hydrogeologic modeling, well and pump test design, and data interpretation for CERCLA cleanup sites associated with former hard rock mines. The ideal candidate will have significant technical experience and be available to manage related projects as needed.

• Hydrogeologic Modeling:
  Provide advanced modeling to support cleanup efforts at former hard rock mine sites under CERCLA regulations.
• Well and Pump Test Design:
  Design well and pump tests to support hydrogeological investigations and site remediation.
• Data Interpretation:
  Analyze and interpret hydrogeologic data to guide decision‑making and remediation strategies for CERCLA sites.
• Project Management:
  Manage hydrogeology‑related projects, ensuring compliance with timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
• Proposal Support:
  Assist with the development of contract and project proposals to secure new work opportunities.
• EPA
  
  Experience:
  
  Leverage your experience working on EPA projects to navigate regulatory requirements and ensure successful project execution.

• Minimum 10 years of hydrogeologic experience, with a focus on CERCLA cleanup sites and former hard rock mines.
• Proven experience in hydrogeologic modeling, well and pump test design, and data interpretation.
• Extensive experience working on EPA projects and understanding environmental regulations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• California Licensed Hydrogeologist (CHG) or California Professional Geologist (PG) with the ability to obtain the CHG.

Note:

This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.

150,000—170,000 USD

The EA pay range for this position is intended as a general guideline and does not guarantee specific compensation or salary. Factors considered when making an offer include job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, alignment with market data, and compliance with federal and state laws.

At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge, and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team‑centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.

EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work‑life balance including flexible schedules. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:

• 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Competitive Salary
• Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Generous paid‑time‑off policy
• Paid volunteer time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee wellness program

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