Wright Water Engineers, Inc.

Senior Hydrogeologist

LocationDenver, CO
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$100,000-$160,000

About This Job

Wright Water Engineers, Inc. (WWE) is seeking an experienced Senior Hydrogeologist to lead WWE’s hydrogeological water resources practice, including project and staff management, with particular emphasis on planning and permitting of groundwater wells, conducting seepage analysis, and analyzing and interpreting groundwater quantity and quality data, and logging and interpretation of subsurface characteristics and groundwater levels. The position will also support Colorado water rights tasks, including substitute water supply plans, augmentation plans, historical consumptive use analysis, water demand analyses, and lagged depletion analyses. Education and experience should include geology, hydrogeology, geomorphology, and water quality. Knowledge of municipal groundwater well design and construction and/or experience in groundwater modeling and geotechnical engineering will be advantageous.


Representative assignments include:

Water level and water quality sampling, data compilation, and analysis
Interpretation of water level and water quality data
Technical writing about field activities and observations relative to geologic and hydrogeologic influences on properties and water resources
Formulation and execution of analysis using spreadsheet tools and models, including Glover analysis, drawdown evaluations, lag time computations, and similar.
Well-to-well interference assessments
Support for Colorado water rights assignments related to surface and groundwater
Assessment of existing well performance, development, and rehabilitation
Review and interpretation of geophysical logs and aquifer test information
Alluvial and bedrock aquifer well design and specifications, permitting, construction oversight, and aquifer testing (municipal experience is desirable but not required)
Expert witness testimony


Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, civil or environmental engineering, or a closely related field, with emphasis in earth sciences
10+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in consulting
5+ years of water supply well design and construction experience
Ability to market and generate work
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within scope and budget
Ability to research and understand subsurface conditions
Ability to work in the field, coordinate with vendors and contractors, and nimbly respond to project scheduling and coordination
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients, regulatory officials, and contractors
Ability to provide clear guidance and mentoring to project staff, including task delegation and technical direction
Excellent written communication skills, including technical memoranda and reports
Ability to perform fieldwork in addition to regular office responsibilities
Knowledge and experience with design and construction of mechanical systems including electrical, hydraulics, pumping, and controls systems


Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, civil or environmental engineering, or a closely related field, with emphasis in earth sciences
Familiarity with Colorado Water Law
Knowledge of Western United States geology, preferably Colorado
Experience with Denver Basin aquifers
Experience with municipal, residential, and irrigation water supply wells
Experience with ArcGIS Pro
Groundwater modeling experience


Compensation/Benefits:

Full-time position with office and fieldwork opportunities
Compensation range (salary + bonuses) is $100,000-$160,000 (commensurate with experience, education, and skills)
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance plans, voluntary dental and vision plans, and a retirement plan
Additional perks, such as flexible spending and dependent care accounts, health reimbursement arrangement, profit-sharing, and a discretionary bonus program
Career development opportunities in a dynamic and challenging work environment with leaders in the water resources industry


About Us:

Wright Water Engineers Inc. (WWE) is a well-respected, employee-owned, and employee-operated consulting engineering firm that specializes in water resources, environmental, and civil engineering. With offices in Denver, Glenwood Springs, and Durango, Colorado, WWE has been providing comprehensive engineering services since 1961. Our team of experts includes engineers, biologists, chemists, geologists, hydrogeologists, hydrologists, and scientists, working on diverse and challenging projects across the United States. WWE is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship.


How to Apply:

Qualified candidates interested in joining our team should submit their cover letter and resume to Beth Knudsen (bknudsen@wrightwater.com) with “Senior Hydrogeologist” as the subject line.

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