Staff Geologist, Site Solutions

Company Description

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

We invite you to bring your Hydrogeology background into play as you perform field investigations including air, soil, gas, and groundwater sampling under the direction of a registered Professional Geologist or Engineer. To succeed in this role, you must have a BS or MS Degree in Geology (MS Degree with hydrogeology focus preferred), and the ability and willingness to work as a responsible, independent team player in a consulting environment – including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Are you our new Hydrogeologist Consultant? Click the apply button to send your application!

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.

You will join our Environment and Health department

As our new Hydrogeologist you will be part of Milwaukee’s ambitious, diverse, creative, and collaborative team. When you start with Ramboll, you’ll be joining a company that strives to make a difference – for our employees, clients and society. As you work on challenging projects, you will be given increasing responsibility – while also being able to rely on experienced managers and colleagues to offer support and a helping hand as you learn and develop in your role.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Implementing field investigations including air, soil gas, soil, and groundwater sampling programs under the direction of a registered Professional Geologist or Engineer.
• Implementing field investigations following standard operating procedures / client guidelines.
• Overseeing monitoring well installation, development, and sampling.
• Data tabulation and analysis, including preparation of figures and charts.
• Data evaluation to determine the extent and magnitude of contamination.
• Overseeing subcontractors with minimal supervision.
• Preparation of draft sections of technical reports based on the results of field sampling activities.
• Following corporate health and safety standards.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• BS or MS Degree in Geology (MS Degree with hydrogeology focus preferred).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work as a responsible, independent team player in a consulting environment – including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong time-management skills with ability to meet tight deadlines and budgets.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; especially Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid Driver’s License and reliable form of transportation. The successful candidate will need to provide evidence of a good driving record (MVR) and proof of personal insurance.
• OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification preferred.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental regulations and programs a plus.
• Experience with aquifer testing (e.g., pump tests, slug tests) and analysis a plus.
• Experience with field equipment and meter use, calibration, and troubleshooting (e.g., PID, gas meter, pumps, in-line water quality probes, surface water monitors) a plus.
• GIS, AutoCAD, and/or database (e.g., Access) skills a plus.
• Experience with groundwater fate and transport modeling a plus
• Experience with Python a plus
• Active participation in professional associations and other organizations a plus.
• Professional registration(s) a plus.

Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:

• Ability to drive and willingness to travel and/or perform field work out of the office approximately 75% of the time.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Must be able to perform the following actions while conducting fieldwork: stooping/kneeling/crouching, standing for long periods of time, pulling/pushing and lifting equipment and supplies, walking on uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and hot/arid conditions.