Senior Project Hydrogeologist

ITASCA Minneapolis

. Support and manage hydrogeology, mine water, groundwater, and environmental projects .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hydrogeology, including groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling, technical report preparation, and project management. Proficient in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and communicating complex technical findings to diverse stakeholders.

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HydrogeologyGroundwater Flow ModelingContaminant Transport ModelingTechnical Report PreparationProject Management

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Hard Skills

Hydrogeologic Field InvestigationsData InterpretationConceptual Hydrogeologic ModelsAquifer TestingHydraulic TestingEnvironmental Impact AssessmentContaminant HydrogeologyAqueous GeochemistryGroundwater MonitoringWater Supply

Soft Skills

Effective Technical WritingVerbal CommunicationPresentation SkillsIndependent WorkClient Communication

Tools & Technologies

MODFLOWFEFLOWMINEDWPESTMT3DGIS3-D VisualizationData Analysis

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Registration in Hydrogeology or Related Field

Industry Keywords

Mining IndustryMine Water ManagementPit DewateringSeepageClosure PlanningPermittingOperational Hydrogeology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and manage hydrogeology, mine water, groundwater, and environmental projects
Plan, coordinate, and interpret field investigations, including drilling, monitoring well installation, groundwater and surface water sampling, aquifer testing, and hydraulic testing
Develop and interpret conceptual hydrogeologic models
Support groundwater flow and contaminant transport modeling, including data preparation, model development, and documentation
Analyze hydrogeologic, geochemical, and environmental data
Prepare technical reports, presentations, work plans, proposals, scopes, budgets, and schedules
Manage small- to medium-sized projects or project tasks, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, and technical quality
Communicate technical findings to project teams, clients, regulators, and other stakeholders
Coordinate with hydrogeologists, geomechanics engineers, engineering geologists, geochemists, data scientists, and numerical modelers
Support proposal development, client communication, and continued growth of ITASCA North America’s hydrogeology practice
Travel for client meetings, site visits, field programs, conferences, and internal collaboration as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in hydrogeology, environmental engineering, geochemistry, or a related field
8–12 years of relevant professional experience
Proven technical capability in hydrogeology or a closely related field
Professional registration by a recognized organization, or ability to obtain registration where required
Experience with hydrogeologic field investigations, groundwater monitoring, aquifer or hydraulic testing, and data interpretation
Experience developing or interpreting conceptual hydrogeologic models
Familiarity with groundwater flow and/or contaminant transport modeling
Effective technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and manage small- to medium-sized assignments or projects
Ability to support proposals, work programs, budgets, and client communication
Mining industry experience strongly valued, particularly mine water management, pit dewatering, depressurization, seepage, closure, water balance, permitting, and operational hydrogeology
Experience with contaminant hydrogeology, aqueous geochemistry, groundwater/surface water interaction, water supply, or remediation
Experience with MODFLOW, FEFLOW, MINEDW, PEST, MT3D, or other transport modeling tools, GIS, 3-D visualization, or data analysis
Experience supporting environmental impact assessment, permitting, regulatory engagement, or closure planning
Experience coordinating subcontractors, field crews, drilling programs, or monitoring programs
Experience working with multidisciplinary technical teams
Must be based in the United States
Candidates must already be in the U.S. to be eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonuses, including 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 other U.S. locations
Employment-based visa sponsorship may be provided for candidates already in the U.S.