Principal Hydrogeologist

ITASCA Minneapolis

. Provide senior technical leadership on hydrogeology, mine water, and groundwater-related projects .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in hydrogeology, including conceptual modeling, groundwater monitoring, and mine water management. Proven ability to lead complex projects, mentor teams, and develop strong client relationships in the mining and environmental sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Degree In Hydrogeology20+ Years Of Relevant ExperienceProfessional Registration In HydrogeologyExperience With MODFLOWStrong Client-Facing Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Conceptual Hydrogeologic ModelsField InvestigationsHydraulic TestingHydrogeologic Data InterpretationNumerical Groundwater ModelingDewateringSeepage AnalysisWater Balance AssessmentClosure PlanningImpact Assessment

Soft Skills

Mentoring Technical StaffClient Relationship DevelopmentBusiness Development

Tools & Technologies

MODFLOWFEFLOWMINEDWGIS3-D VisualizationData Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Registration In Hydrogeology

Industry Keywords

Mining Industry ExperienceMine Water ManagementEnvironmental ManagementGroundwater ConsultingHydrogeology Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide senior technical leadership on hydrogeology, mine water, and groundwater-related projects
Lead and review conceptual hydrogeologic models, field investigations, aquifer testing, groundwater monitoring, dewatering, seepage, water balance, closure planning, permitting support, and impact assessment
Guide or critically review numerical and analytical groundwater modeling, including assumptions, uncertainty, limitations, and implications for client decisions
Translate complex hydrogeologic data into practical recommendations for mine planning, environmental management, water supply, permitting, operations, and risk management
Serve as a trusted advisor and senior client contact
Develop client relationships, identify opportunities, and lead proposals, scopes, budgets, schedules, and project strategy
Mentor technical staff and support high-quality project delivery through review, coaching, and knowledge sharing
Travel for client meetings, site visits, conferences, business development, and internal collaboration
Help grow ITASCA North America’s hydrogeology practice and connect hydrogeology, geomechanics, engineering geology, and numerical modeling capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental engineering, or a related field
Approximately 20+ years of relevant professional experience
Proven technical excellence and sound professional judgment in hydrogeology
Professional registration by a recognized organization, or ability to obtain registration where required
Experience leading, managing, directing, and reviewing complex technical projects
Strong experience with conceptual hydrogeologic models, field investigations, hydraulic testing, and hydrogeologic data interpretation
Strong client-facing communication skills
Experience mentoring staff and contributing to business development
Mining industry experience, particularly in mine water management, pit dewatering, depressurization, seepage, closure, water balance, permitting, and operational hydrogeology
Established client relationships in mining, infrastructure, energy, water resources, or environmental sectors
Experience developing and winning consulting work
Experience with MODFLOW, FEFLOW, MINEDW, GIS, 3-D visualization, or data analysis
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
Recognition in the hydrogeology, mining, groundwater, or environmental consulting community
Based in the United States; preferred locations are Denver/Lakewood, Colorado, or Minneapolis, Minnesota
Candidates requiring employment-based visa sponsorship must already be in the U.S. and meet applicable requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonuses (cash and company stock)
Health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family
Generous paid time off from day one
Paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave
Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
Hybrid/remote work options may be considered for the right candidate
Employee-owned company