Experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist

If you’re looking for a place to grow your career, where you can contribute to a dynamic innovative firm, tackle challenging project work, and collaborate with industry-recognized professionals - Geosyntec is the place for you!

Geosyntec is currently looking for an Experienced Water Resources Engineer or Scientist in our Fresno or Sacramento, California office to support our growing water resources practice.  You will have the opportunity to apply your skills to support complex projects involving innovative sustainable groundwater management, water markets, groundwater recharge facilities, water conveyance, sustainable green infrastructure, planning, studies, and urban stormwater management. Geosyntec will help you develop skills related to water quality sampling, data analysis, and reporting, while also learning the business aspects needed for a successful consulting career.

Our clients ask us to address their new ventures and most challenging problems involving the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Ranked by ENR in the top 20 design firms for the environment, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting www.geosyntec.com

• Developing water resource engineering and management studies, including groundwater recharge and water conveyance;
• Evaluating data on hydrology, groundwater, water quality, and water demand in the context of water supply management;
• Leading multi-disciplinary project teams for surface water and groundwater field investigations;
• Reviewing state and federal regulations & permits pertaining to groundwater and  surface water;
• Performing and overseeing detailed hydrologic and hydraulic studies and preparing technical reports;
• Supporting construction documents, including engineering drawings and technical specifications;
• Consistent with our sell-manage-do business model, play a role supporting lead generation, business development, staff development, and mentoring; and
• Help broaden our reputation via publishing and visibility at prominent industry conferences.
• Training: This position requires OSHA health and safety, boater certification, defensive driving certification, first aid, and CPR training and medical monitoring, paid for by the firm. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
• Fieldwork: Up to 30%
• Overnight travel: Up to 20%

• Bachelor's degree in environmental or civil engineering, natural resources science, or environmental science with an emphasis on water resources or a closely related discipline. (required)
• Advanced degree in environmental or civil engineering, natural resources science, or environmental science, with emphasis on water resources or closely related discipline. (preferred)
• Professional registration (i.e., P.E., P.G. CPESC, CPSWG). (preferred) 

• At least 5 years (7+ years preferred) of experience in civil engineering or working in an environmental consulting environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. (required) 
• An outstanding track record in client management and technical leadership. (preferred)
• Project experience involving water resources, SGMA, groundwater recharge, or water conveyance. (preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)
• Strong written communication skills. (required)
• Experience with grant writing. (preferred)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Below are the potential compensation ranges that we in good faith believe are applicable for this role at the time of this posting and are only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified California locations below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum Salary: $74,900/year / Maximum Salary: $134,465/year (Fresno)
• Minimum Salary: $78,465/year / Maximum Salary: $140,870/year (Sacramento)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.

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