Black & Veatch
Senior Hydrogeologist - California
Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Hydrogeologist Professional focused on western water supply management and water resilience initiatives. Job Summary
Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Hydrogeologist Professional focused on western water supply management and water resilience initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Serve as an extension of the Water Supply and Hydrogeology Community of Practice and collaborate to support team building, mentoring, and skill development of emerging talent focused on the western US. Lead and develop aquifer well field studies, development projects, rehabilitation, and operational strategies that optimize water supplies utilizing aquifer storage and recovery and managed aquifer recharge technology, support drought mitigation, and/or saltwater intrusion barriers. Support integrated water supply assessments and alternative water supply planning and implementation efforts. Support scenario planning and implementation projects for integrated surface and groundwater water management programs and natural systems restoration projects throughout the western US and on other strategic national and international opportunities. Support technology assessments and implementation strategies that will address client groundwater/water resource needs and help differentiate B&V amongst its competitors. Support climate change resilience planning and implementation efforts. Support wastewater outfall closure programs, mine effluent management, and carbon sequestration efforts through deep well injection planning and implementation projects. Preferred Qualifications
8-10 years of hydrogeological and water resource planning and implementation project experience related to western water resources challenges including groundwater management, water rights, brackish ground treatment schemes, desalination, aquifer storage and recovery, etc. Bachelor of Science and/or Master of Science in Geology or Engineering Geology required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Be able to work in the field in remote locations in California and also areas of the United States Hold a valid driver's license Self-starter, professional appearance, positive attitude, takes initiative, detail oriented, excellent communications skills, and good writing skills Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation or other graphical analysis tools a plus Familiarity in Groundwater Vistas, gINT, Visual Modflow, Aqesolv, SEAWAT or other related calibration, environmental and hydrogeologic modeling software assessments a plus HAZWOPER and MSHA safety certifications preferred (and/or interest in obtaining) Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors' degree in Geology, Geoscience, Earth Science or Environmental Science required. Minimum of 2 years' experience performing duties similar to those of a Hydrogeologist 3. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Certifications
Certified Hydrogeologist Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Salary Plan
ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties
Job Grade
130
Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Hydrogeologist Professional focused on western water supply management and water resilience initiatives. Job Summary
Black & Veatch has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Hydrogeologist Professional focused on western water supply management and water resilience initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Serve as an extension of the Water Supply and Hydrogeology Community of Practice and collaborate to support team building, mentoring, and skill development of emerging talent focused on the western US. Lead and develop aquifer well field studies, development projects, rehabilitation, and operational strategies that optimize water supplies utilizing aquifer storage and recovery and managed aquifer recharge technology, support drought mitigation, and/or saltwater intrusion barriers. Support integrated water supply assessments and alternative water supply planning and implementation efforts. Support scenario planning and implementation projects for integrated surface and groundwater water management programs and natural systems restoration projects throughout the western US and on other strategic national and international opportunities. Support technology assessments and implementation strategies that will address client groundwater/water resource needs and help differentiate B&V amongst its competitors. Support climate change resilience planning and implementation efforts. Support wastewater outfall closure programs, mine effluent management, and carbon sequestration efforts through deep well injection planning and implementation projects. Preferred Qualifications
8-10 years of hydrogeological and water resource planning and implementation project experience related to western water resources challenges including groundwater management, water rights, brackish ground treatment schemes, desalination, aquifer storage and recovery, etc. Bachelor of Science and/or Master of Science in Geology or Engineering Geology required Excellent verbal and written communication skills Be able to work in the field in remote locations in California and also areas of the United States Hold a valid driver's license Self-starter, professional appearance, positive attitude, takes initiative, detail oriented, excellent communications skills, and good writing skills Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Microstation or other graphical analysis tools a plus Familiarity in Groundwater Vistas, gINT, Visual Modflow, Aqesolv, SEAWAT or other related calibration, environmental and hydrogeologic modeling software assessments a plus HAZWOPER and MSHA safety certifications preferred (and/or interest in obtaining) Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors' degree in Geology, Geoscience, Earth Science or Environmental Science required. Minimum of 2 years' experience performing duties similar to those of a Hydrogeologist 3. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Certifications
Certified Hydrogeologist Work Environment/Physical Demands
Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Salary Plan
ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties
Job Grade
130