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Hydrogeologist jobs are open across environmental consulting, government agencies, mining, oil and gas, and civil engineering firms, at every level from entry-level field technician to senior project scientist and principal, with specializations in groundwater modeling, contaminant remediation, and water resource management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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This Opportunity
WSP is initiating a search for a On-Call Senior Hydrogeologist in our Shelton, Connecticut or Valhalla, New York office. Join our Earth & Environment Team and contribute to projects that help clients achieve their objectives and address complex challenges. In this role, the Senior Hydrogeologist will provide senior-level technical support and guidance with collecting samples from various environmental media, implementing aquifer tests, and prepare water withdrawal permits. The successful candidate will work closely with major water suppliers, municipalities and developers in the northeast.
Your Impact
- Continue and help further build a longstanding water supply business
- Steward water-supply projects from beginning to end meeting client needs and meet project quality and financial goals
- Supervise, mentor and train junior staff
- Guide aquifer tests and follow all regulatory requirements associated with those tests
- Data analysis and interpretation to determine the next course of action
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, records, and retention
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline
- 10+ years of relevant work experience
- Strong working knowledge of relevant water supply withdrawal laws, regulations, compliance practices, and recordkeeping requirements
- Experience implementing and managing aquifer pumping tests
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and professionally to scientific and non-scientific audiences
- Demonstrated self-leadership, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members while maintaining strict QA/QC standards
- High proficiency with technical writing, office automation, communication software, technology, and related tools
- Proven commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, and harassment policies
- Moderate travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant Professional License (i.e. PG, CPG)
- 40-Hour OSHA Health and Safety Training (HAZWOPER)
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $105,000 - $140,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
This Opportunity
WSP is initiating a search for a On-Call Senior Hydrogeologist in our Shelton, Connecticut or Valhalla, New York office. Join our Earth & Environment Team and contribute to projects that help clients achieve their objectives and address complex challenges. In this role, the Senior Hydrogeologist will provide senior-level technical support and guidance with collecting samples from various environmental media, implementing aquifer tests, and prepare water withdrawal permits. The successful candidate will work closely with major water suppliers, municipalities and developers in the northeast.
Your Impact
- Continue and help further build a longstanding water supply business
- Steward water-supply projects from beginning to end meeting client needs and meet project quality and financial goals
- Supervise, mentor and train junior staff
- Guide aquifer tests and follow all regulatory requirements associated with those tests
- Data analysis and interpretation to determine the next course of action
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, records, and retention
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or closely related discipline
- 10+ years of relevant work experience
- Strong working knowledge of relevant water supply withdrawal laws, regulations, compliance practices, and recordkeeping requirements
- Experience implementing and managing aquifer pumping tests
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and professionally to scientific and non-scientific audiences
- Demonstrated self-leadership, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members while maintaining strict QA/QC standards
- High proficiency with technical writing, office automation, communication software, technology, and related tools
- Proven commitment to workplace safety and ability to comply with WSP’s health, safety, and harassment policies
- Moderate travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant Professional License (i.e. PG, CPG)
- 40-Hour OSHA Health and Safety Training (HAZWOPER)
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $105,000 - $140,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Mining & Natural Resources3
- Technology & Software1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hydrogeologist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in hydrogeology, geology, or a closely related earth science
- Proficiency in groundwater modeling software such as MODFLOW, FEFLOW, or GMS
- Experience collecting field data including soil borings, groundwater sampling, and aquifer testing
- Familiarity with federal and state environmental regulations including CERCLA, RCRA, or Safe Drinking Water Act
- Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer licensure, or active pursuit of licensure
- Strong technical writing skills for regulatory reports, remedial investigation plans, and agency submittals
Tips for Your Hydrogeologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to modeling software
Hiring managers scan for specific tools before reading anything else. Name every groundwater modeling package you've used, including MODFLOW, FEFLOW, or GMS, and pair each with a concrete project outcome so the depth of your experience is immediately clear.
Highlight field and lab work separately
Many job descriptions distinguish between field hydrogeologists and office-based modelers. If you do both, create two distinct bullet clusters on your resume so reviewers at either type of firm can instantly see you fit their specific workflow.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists hydrogeologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by regulatory environment, not just industry
A Superfund remediation role demands CERCLA familiarity, while a municipal water authority post centers on Safe Drinking Water Act compliance. Read each posting for the governing regulatory framework and adjust your cover letter to address that specific compliance context.
Prepare a technical case study for interviews
Hydrogeologist interviews frequently include a scenario where you interpret boring logs, water-level data, or a simple water balance. Walk through at least one past project aloud before your interview so your reasoning process is fluent, not hesitant, under pressure.
Negotiate around field schedule, not just salary
Offer letters for field-heavy roles often omit per diem rates, vehicle allowances, and overtime policy. Ask about each before signing, because total compensation for a hydrogeologist with 60-plus field days a year shifts substantially once those are factored in.
Hydrogeologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most hydrogeologists?
The companies hiring the most hydrogeologists right now include HDR, Stantec, and Civil & Environmental Consultants, with the largest share of openings in California, Arizona, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Environmental consulting firms and state environmental agencies tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many hydrogeologist jobs are remote?
About 70% of hydrogeologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote options concentrated in data-intensive roles such as groundwater modeling, GIS analysis, and report writing rather than field investigation or site characterization positions, which require on-site presence by definition.
How do you become a hydrogeologist?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in geology, earth science, or a related field, then gain field experience through internships or entry-level technician roles involving groundwater sampling and boring logging. Most practicing hydrogeologists hold a master's degree and pursue a Professional Geologist license, which requires documented experience hours and a state licensing exam. Specializing in a modeling platform or a regulatory framework like CERCLA strengthens your path to mid-level roles.
Can you get hired as a hydrogeologist without much experience?
Entry-level hydrogeologist roles exist, but they almost always require some fieldwork exposure, which most candidates build through undergraduate research projects, summer internships at environmental consulting firms, or state geological survey programs. Demonstrating hands-on experience with field instruments, soil classification, or any groundwater modeling coursework distinguishes you from applicants whose background is purely classroom-based and makes you a credible candidate for junior scientist positions.
What does the hydrogeologist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a recruiter or HR screen focused on credentials and availability, followed by a technical interview with a project manager or senior scientist who asks you to walk through a past investigation or interpret a data set. Some firms add a written technical exercise or a take-home problem involving a site map, boring logs, or a simple water balance calculation. Final rounds typically involve a panel discussion with department leadership before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to hydrogeologist jobs?
You can find and apply to hydrogeologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from environmental consulting firms, government agencies, mining companies, and engineering firms across the United States. Find roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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