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EARLY CAREER GEOLOGIST/HYDROGEOLOGIST - 17038
Phoenix, AZOur Business
We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder Associates - with world-class expertise in environmental, social, and governance (ESG); climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS); and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.
As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Early Career Geologist/Hydrogeologist for our Phoenix, AZ and/or Tucson, AZ office(s). Be involved in projects with our US Mine Water & Environment Group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, geotechnical, and hydrogeological projects.
Your Impact
- Working within our Mine Water Team on hydrogeology projects within the mining industry and beyond
- Field data collection planning and implementation in support of hydrogeologic interpretation including geologic logging of boreholes, geotechnical investigations, monitoring well installation, oversight of hydraulic tests, and groundwater and surface water sampling and flow measurements with an emphasis on preparation, installation, and ongoing monitoring and maintenance of field instrumentation for groundwater and surface water monitoring.
- Utilize the latest technologies and techniques to interpret hydrogeologic and hydrologic data using data manipulation tools while maintaining quality control standards and procedures.
- Supervision of drilling and construction/remediation contractors, collection of soil, rock, and groundwater samples, and other tasks in support of a wide variety of projects and environmental investigations.
- Contribute to large, cross functional and multidisciplinary projects with on-call components while working with engineers, GIS specialists, and other environmental experts.
- Communicate and document site conditions, observations, and activities.
- Understand the regulatory environment to successfully complete project work.
- Demonstrate Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) excellence, including complying with various guidelines, requirements, and goals as set.
- 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.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Geological Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 0 to 1 year of relevant post-education experience.
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
- Strong analytical skills including the ability to complete engineering calculations and analyses.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and on teams.
- Comfortable working in remote settings.
- Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Western United States and internationally depending on project-specific requirements.
- Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology or Geological Engineering, or an equivalent field of study.
- College level hydrogeology course or practical experience with hydrogeology work.
- Geologist in Training (GIT) or Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification.
- Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline.
- MSHA 24-hour Metal and Non-Metal Surface Mining certification.
- OSHA 40-hour certification 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Familiarity with discipline-specific software (i.e., AQTESOLV, Surfer, LogPlot, GIS, and AutoCAD).
Physical Demands
- Field activities may require working in unfavorable weather conditions
- Ability to drive large pick-up truck
- Ability to use hands to operate field equipment
- Ability to stoop, kneel, climb, and lift up to 40 pounds
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