Hydrogeologist (Denver, CO)
LRE Water (LRE) is seeking a highly motivated full-time Hydrogeologist for our Groundwater team. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 7 years of experience in groundwater services (i.e. consulting, research, or public-sector). This position will be based in our Denver, CO office.
Job Description:
Provide assistance to senior staff in areas such as:
- Field investigations of aquifer characteristics, including exploratory borehole drilling oversight, lithologic logging, monitoring/test well construction oversight, and aquifer testing.
- Collection of field hydrologic data including groundwater levels, water quality sampling, and surface water flow measurements.
- Design, construction, and testing of municipal water supply wells.
- Procurement and coordination of contractors, including well drilling contractors.
- Development of groundwater flow and/or transport models, including MODFLOW models.
- Automated model calibration including the use of PEST software.
- Geochemistry analyses and modeling.
- Geologic modeling using software such as Rockworks, Leapfrog, and/or Petra.
- Data management and visualization.
- Preparation of technical reports.
- Assisting with issues related to water rights including Substitute Water Supply support and case opposition.
- Denver basin groundwater analyses, drilling, and water rights issues.
Specific tasks may include performing technical calculations, developing tables and graphs to present data, preparing written descriptions of work tasks, and producing visual materials to support projects and reports as assigned. Work will require coordination with internal staff, clients, jurisdictional representatives, sub-contractors, and other engineering companies.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- BS or MS Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geologic Engineering; or related degree
- Experience and/or knowledge in the above areas of job responsibilities, including a working knowledge of groundwater flow modeling, is helpful but not required
- Positive attitude
- Independent, self-directed, and motivated
- Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision making skills
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel
- CAD and/or ArcGIS knowledge
- Programming experience or desire to learn with a specific emphasis on Python.
Resumes will be accepted through April 16, 2021. Interviews will be conducted with qualified candidates in early May. A cover letter and resume must be submitted for consideration. Please include references and salary requirements.
At LRE, our goal is to enable a steady and profitable pace of growth, so we are committed to finding the right mix of people to build our business and serve our valued clients. LRE Water has been providing high quality hydrogeologic services in Colorado for over 50 years and has since expanded to Texas, Arizona, and the Midwest. Our staff are dedicated to the long established LRE core values (Everyone is Essential, Excellence, Ownership, Continuity, Balance, and Passion).
LRE seeks professionals that are aligned with our culture and who demonstrate a combination of technical, management, computer, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. If you feel that your education, work experience, and skill sets meet our requirements, we encourage you to send us a cover letter and resume expressing your interest to employment@LREwater.com. Please know that we take seriously our review process and highly value your interest in our firm.
LRE offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; medical, dental and vision benefits; employer provided short and long-term disability; employee assistance and wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; employer provided basic life insurance; voluntary life insurance options; career development opportunities and an outstanding work environment. Our benefits program is designed to provide staff the opportunity to realize personal, professional, and financial growth, making LRE a great place to work!
Total Compensation:
The starting salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 annually with target bonus potential of 6% of annual salary. LRE reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted salary range. Employer paid benefits increase total compensation by approximately 20% and include the opportunity to earn cash incentives through our Wellness Program. Additionally, LRE supports training and professional development activities for all staff and offers discretionary bonus opportunities as recognition for performance, earning a professional credential, speaking engagements or publication. New employees accrue leave on a monthly basis for total annual hours of 80 hours of vacation leave and 48 hours of sick leave. LRE does not discriminate on the basis of any protected category with respect to the payment of wages.