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Barr Engineering Co. · 1 month ago

Hydrogeologist or Engineer – Senior Level – Coal Combustion Residuals Focus (CCR) (Hybrid)

Bismarck, ND

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$105K/yr - $125K/yr

10+ years exp

Barr Engineering Co. is seeking a senior hydrogeologist or engineer to join their team delivering services related to the CCR Rule for the power industry. The role involves leading site evaluations, managing projects, and developing compliance strategies while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

ConsultingInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Apply in-depth understanding of hydrogeology, engineering, and CCR regulations to lead site evaluations, monitoring programs, groundwater remedy implementation, and closure planning across a range of power sector sites

Coordinate multi-phase projects involving field investigation, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and remedy implementation, helping ensure alignment with technical objectives, timelines, and budget expectations

Interpret complex subsurface and regulatory data to develop tailored compliance strategies, address corrective actions, and guide clients through evolving CCR Rule and Legacy Rule requirements

Prepare clear, defensible technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals. Effectively communicate project updates and complex findings to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies

Collaborate across multidisciplinary internal teams and with external partners to maintain strong client relationships, foster business development, and create a shared understanding of project goals and deliverables

Qualification

HydrogeologyCCR RegulationsData AnalysisField InvestigationClient Relationship ManagementProject ManagementTechnical ReportingAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteRegistered Professional GeologistProfessional Engineer LicenseCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadershipMentoringProblem SolvingTeamwork

Required

Education: bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, or a closely related discipline

Experience: 10 or more years of relevant experience

Experience designing and implementing hydrogeologic field investigation activities, including drilling and well construction; standard field sampling procedures for soil, rock, sediments, surface water, and groundwater; and aquifer tests

Knowledge of the CCR Rule, Legacy Rule, and monitoring networks and familiarity with the use of hydrogeologic data to support groundwater model development and calibration

Licenses/certifications: Registered Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one jurisdiction

Software: strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets. Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite

Driver's license: possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Preferred

Master's degree in geology, hydrogeology, or engineering with an emphasis in hydrogeology

Experience with assessment of corrective action, remedy selection, treatability studies, and implementation of groundwater remedies

Experience with impoundment closure plans, design, and implementation

Recognized expertise in CCR demonstrated by regularly attending and presenting at conferences

Previous consulting experience

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities