Geologist/Hydrogeologist Position The successful applicant may evaluate geologic data and information; develop groundwater system conceptual models; construct and calibrate numerical groundwater models; and analyze data supporting water resource and quality analyses, remedy design and evaluation, and mining projects. The successful applicant will possess strong work ethic and a master's degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in Geology, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering; practical experience; and quantitative analysis skills; so that they can complete high-quality technical work under the mentorship of senior staff. The position can be filled in our Rockville, Maryland corporate office or our Twin Cities, Minnesota office. Core Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Geology, Hydrology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering at a minimum Understanding of fundamentals of physical geology, stratigraphy, structural geology, physical hydrology, flow in porous media, and related analytical and numerical methods Quantitative analysis skills and experience Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and basic geospatial concepts Ideal Qualifications Master's degree in the aforementioned disciplines Three-to-five years' work experience in related areas of practice Experience with the MODFLOW suite of codes and pre-/post-processors, and in model calibration and uncertainty analysis Ability to develop or modify software to support site analyses and modeling Experience compiling and manipulating datasets using programming and/or database software
Compensation and Benefits:- SSP&A offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:401(k) with a Profit-Sharing Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership PlanHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Performance-Based Compensation Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Schedule (after 3 to 6 months of employment)
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. SSP&A participates in E-Verify.
Salary RangeBase annual salary (excluding bonuses and benefits) will depend on experience but is anticipated to range from $83,000 to $110,000.Interested Candidates
To be accepted as an applicant for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume with subject "Modeler – Maryland Office" to careers@sspa.com.Please do not contact the Maryland office or other SSP&A employees directly. We thank all applicants for their interest.
