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A Hydrogeologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hydrogeologist

Ashland, VA · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical and chemical hydrogeology projects, including groundwater supply development, groundwater resource monitoring, groundwater ...

Hydrogeologist

Ann Arbor, MI

$67K - $85K/yr

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we ... HDR is seeking a Hydrogeologist with five or more years of experience. The successful candidate is ...

Hydrogeologist

Ashland, VA · On-site

$64K - $81K/yr

As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical and chemical hydrogeology projects, including groundwater supply development, groundwater resource monitoring, groundwater ...

Hydrogeologist 4

Olympia, WA · On-site +1

$88K - $119K/yr

Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Assignment Pay: The ... Hydrogeologist Knowledge - Advanced understanding of physical and natural sciences to evaluate ...

Hydrogeologist

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$67K - $85K/yr

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we ... HDR is seeking a Hydrogeologist with five or more years of experience. The successful candidate is ...

Hydrogeologist

Ashland, VA · On-site

$73K - $105K/yr

As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical and chemical hydrogeology projects, including groundwater supply development, groundwater resource monitoring, groundwater ...

Hydrogeologist

Richmond, VA · On-site

$67K - $86K/yr

As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical and chemical hydrogeology projects, including groundwater supply development, groundwater resource monitoring, groundwater ...

Hydrogeologist

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $89K/yr

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we ... HDR is seeking a Hydrogeologist with 5 or more years of experience. The successful candidate is ...

Hydrogeologist 4

Olympia, WA · On-site +1

$88K - $119K/yr

Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Assignment Pay: * The salary listed includes 7.5% assignment pay due to the required licensure. Schedule: * This position ...

Hydrogeologist

Denver, CO

$70K - $89K/yr

As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we ... HDR is seeking a Hydrogeologist with 5 or more years of experience. The successful candidate is ...

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA or Portland, OR office. You will be involved in projects primarily with our Environment ...

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Hydrogeologist for our Redmond, WA or Portland, OR office. You will be involved in projects primarily with our Environment ...

Hydrogeologist

Portland, ME · On-site

$70K - $89K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Hydrogeologist for our Portland, ME office. Be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing ...

Your Opportunity Stantec is seeking a Senior Hydrogeologist to help grow and lead our Florida hydrogeology practice. This role will support major water supply, deep injection well, ASR, monitoring ...

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How much do a hydrogeologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for a hydrogeologist in the United States is $80,686.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Hydrogeologist vs Geologist?

AspectA HydrogeologistGeologist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Hydrogeology, Geology, or Earth SciencesBachelor's or Master's in Geology or Earth Sciences
Work EnvironmentFieldwork, groundwater modeling, environmental consultingFieldwork, mineral exploration, research, environmental assessment
Industry UsageWater resources, environmental agencies, consulting firmsMining, oil & gas, environmental consulting, research institutions

While both Hydrogeologists and Geologists study Earth's materials, Hydrogeologists specialize in groundwater and water resource management, often working in environmental and water-focused sectors. Geologists have a broader focus on Earth's physical materials, including rocks and minerals, and work across various industries like mining and oil exploration.

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Infographic showing various A Hydrogeologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 79% Physical, 11% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,686 per year, or $38.8 per hour.

Hydrogeologist

Stantec

Ashland, VA • On-site

$85 - $120/hr

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Re-posted 15 days ago


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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 84 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Your Opportunity

We have an immediate opening for a Hydrogeologist to join our Water Team in central Virginia. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and ready to engage in providing our clients with high-quality products while growing both as an individual and as part of a team.

As a Hydrogeologist, you will play a key role in a wide variety of physical and chemical hydrogeology projects, including groundwater supply development, groundwater resource monitoring, groundwater and surface water withdrawal permitting, aquifer testing, groundwater modeling, groundwater exploration, water supply planning, and water conservation and management planning. Your expertise will contribute to diverse initiatives that protect and enhance our most precious resource—water.

Why Choose Stantec?

We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Stantec has been named by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support.

Our people are at the core of everything we do. Driven by a culture of inclusion, we offer employee resource groups, growth opportunities, and flexible work arrangements. We understand that the tools for success look different for everyone, and we’re committed to providing each employee with the support and flexibility they need to thrive. Stantec invests in your long‑term success by offering flexible hybrid work arrangements and a formal career planning and development framework designed to help you achieve your professional goals.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Promote a strong health and safety culture and actively participate in Stantec’s Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Program
  • Develop well drilling, construction, and testing specifications for contractors.
  • Oversee and log drilling and construction of new water supply wells.
  • Monitor water levels on-site and remotely in Stantec client wellfields and respond quickly to changing conditions.
  • Conduct fracture trace and other remote sensing analyses to identify potential groundwater bearing zones in bedrock aquifers.
  • Coordinate and interpret geophysical data (e.g., electrical resistivity, seismic, etc.) for groundwater exploration.
  • Develop groundwater withdrawal permit applications.
  • Develop water conservation and management plans.
  • Conduct groundwater modeling in support of groundwater withdrawal permitting.
  • Conduct flow and impact analyses for surface water and groundwater withdrawal permitting.
  • Conduct analytical and/or numerical groundwater flow modeling.
  • Review field information from investigations; prepare reports, including the interpretation of geological/hydrogeological conditions
  • Conduct and interpret aquifer tests including field monitoring and analysis of results.
  • Work with multi‑disciplinary teams on water supply development projects, baseline and impact assessment projects, feasibility studies, groundwater and surface water assessments, groundwater flow and transport models, and contaminant investigations.
  • Prepare technical reports and client presentations summarizing project work, findings, and recommendations.
  • Perform QA/QC of technical documents/deliverables
  • Travel as required to various field sites; overnight travel may be required.
  • Demonstrate sound understanding and application of established practices, standards, and guidelines.
  • Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, pre‑qualifications, and relationship building with clients and prospective clients.
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