Hydrogeologist

About the role

AECOM's Burnaby, BC office is looking for a Hydrogeologist to join its growing team in the Environment Business Line. You will work with experienced hydrogeologists on projects in the mining, waste management, remediation and water supply sectors across Canada and internationally. The role is full-time.

Key responsibilities

• Work on hydrogeological projects such as mine sites, landfills, contaminated sites, remediation and water supply assessment and development.
• Support technical studies including groundwater modelling, geological modelling and geochemical investigations.
• Implement field programs: drilling, well installation, permeability testing, soil and water sampling, borehole instrumentation and contractor management.
• Plan and lead field investigations, including collecting and analysing field data, and travel as required.
• Support quality control, project planning, cost estimating and scheduling.
• Prepare graphical and GIS deliverables and develop 3D conceptual geological and hydrogeological models.
• Interpret and report groundwater flow and water quality data.
• Oversee technical reports, including potentiometric surface and water table maps, cross-sections, model simulations, water balance and dewatering assessments, and hydrogeological impact assessments.
• Mentor junior geoscientists.

Required profile

• B.Sc. or higher in earth sciences, geology, hydrogeology, environmental science or a related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• Valid driver's licence with no restrictions.
• Preferred: M.Sc. or higher, 4+ years of experience, 6+ years in hydrogeological and/or geochemical assessments, registration as a Professional Geoscientist or Engineer with EGBC, and French and English.

Required skills

• Preferred: working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Preferred: industry-standard software such as gINT, AQTESOLV, GRAPHER, AQUACHEM, EVS, FEFLOW, MODFLOW, SEEP/W, PHREEQC, GoldSim.
• Preferred: GIS and database management software, and knowledge of provincial and federal acts and policies.

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves, voluntary benefits, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Training and development programs and a global team environment.