Associate Geologist​/Hydrogeologist

Job Description 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;
• Analysis and interpretation of geologic and hydrogeological data and preparation of reports;
• Providing 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, being responsive and providing quality and cost targeted consulting services
• Performing (either in a lead or supporting role) business development activities, including client contact/presentations, proposal writing, and professional society participation;
• Serving as an internal technical resource to provide guidance/review to help ensure technical quality within WSP; and
• Work closely with other members of the WSP Site Investigation and Remediation Team as well as the wider WSP technical community around the world 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 one-year of experience developing geologic models and conceptual site models using Leapfrog Geo or Leapfrog Works by Seequent;
• Minimum of 1 years’ 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 making presentations, leading discussions; technical documentation, proposal/report writing, etc.), including English fluency;
• 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; and
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

• Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Professional Geologist (PG);
• 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; and
• Programming experience including Python, R, and VBA.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

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