Piteau Associates Engineering ยท 3 days ago
Jr. Hydrogeologist
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelPiteau Associates, a Tetra Tech company, is a renowned consulting firm specializing in geotechnical and hydrogeological services. They are seeking a Junior Hydrogeologist to oversee technical guidance related to groundwater well management and develop monitoring programs for mining operations.
ConstructionConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingSustainabilityWater
Responsibilities
Overseeing and providing technical guidance related to borehole logging, installation, and maintenance of groundwater wells, hydraulic well testing and surface and groundwater sampling
Development and implementation of groundwater monitoring programs for mines and contaminated sites
Oversight and performance of hydrogeologic testing including step and constant rate aquifer testing, injection testing, airlift testing, and packer testing
Pumping and monitoring well design and construction
Familiarity with common hydrogeologic test analyses (i.e. Theis, Cooper-Jacob, Jacob-Lohman)
Interpretation and analysis of hydrogeological monitoring and characterization data
Extended field assignments of up to 14 days at locations globally
Assessment and mitigation of potential environmental impacts for mining operations
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and 3-D visualization software
Ability to perform data analysis using statistical and analytical methods. Competency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint required
Report writing and presentation skills
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree in geological engineering or geosciences from a recognized university
Strong technical, communication and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication and report writing skills
Willingness to travel domestically, internationally, and to remote locations
Valid US driver's license
Ability to perform data analysis using statistical and analytical methods
Competency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint required
Extended field assignments of up to 14 days at locations globally
Assessment and mitigation of potential environmental impacts for mining operations
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and 3-D visualization software
Preferred
Previous relevant geotechnical or hydrogeological consulting and design experience in open pit mines would be considered an asset
Experience with commercial computer software including Microsoft Excel and Access, ArcGIS/QGIS, and various groundwater analysis and modeling software (e.g., AquiferTest, MODFLOW, FeFlow)
Benefits
Exciting career development opportunities, including mentoring by world-class practice leaders
Cutting edge resources
Ability to see projects from cradle to grave
Engaging corporate culture based on innovation, collaboration, and integrity
Excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Competitive hourly rate
Company
Piteau Associates Engineering
Piteau Associates Engineering provides geotechnical, water management, and environmental consulting services.
Founded in 1976
51-200 employees
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