1

A Hydrogeologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

New

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 · Hybrid

$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 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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

A Hydrogeologist information

See salary details

$53.5K

$80.7K

$122.5K

How much do a hydrogeologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 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.

What does a hydrogeologist do?

A hydrogeologist studies underground water systems, including aquifers and groundwater flow, to assess water availability and quality. They often analyze geological data, use specialized tools like GIS and modeling software, and work in field and laboratory settings to support water resource management and environmental protection.

What kind of work would you do if you were a hydrogeologist?

A hydrogeologist studies groundwater, including its movement, distribution, and quality. They conduct field investigations, analyze data using tools like GIS and modeling software, and develop solutions for water management, contamination issues, and resource sustainability.

What jobs can you get with a hydrology degree?

A hydrogeologist can work in environmental consulting, water resource management, groundwater modeling, and environmental impact assessments. These roles often require knowledge of GIS tools, field sampling, and data analysis, and may involve working for government agencies, consulting firms, or research institutions.

Are hydrogeologists in demand?

Hydrogeologists are in demand due to increasing concerns about water resources, environmental protection, and sustainable development. Employment opportunities are expected to grow as industries and governments seek expertise in groundwater management, contamination assessment, and environmental impact studies, often requiring relevant fieldwork, data analysis skills, and environmental certifications.
More about A Hydrogeologist jobs
What cities are hiring for A Hydrogeologist jobs? Cities with the most A Hydrogeologist job openings:
What states have the most A Hydrogeologist jobs? States with the most job openings for A Hydrogeologist jobs include:
Infographic showing various A Hydrogeologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,686 per year, or $38.8 per hour.
Hydrogeologist

Hydrogeologist

Stantec

Ashland, VA • On-site

$73K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

New


Stantec rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 369 rated engineering


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.

Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Experience with water supply hydrogeological work including aquifer testing, withdrawal permitting, well drilling and construction, and data analysis/reporting.
  • Consistently produce high-quality and organized results.
  • Highly self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and make well-informed decisions.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills that include balancing immediate and long-term work commitments with varying priorities and deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with advanced technical report writing skills
    Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Geology or related geosciences field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a consulting environment, regularly using and analyzing hydrogeologic data for water supply projects. Candidates with additional years of experience will also be considered.
  • Preferred experience working for a variety of client types, including heavy industrial, private utility, municipal, state, and federal contracts; working within the US Mid-Atlantic and/or Southeastern regions with knowledge of local and regional hydrogeologic conditions preferred.
  • Existing Geologist in Training (GIT) certification or working toward GIT.

Valid Driver's License required
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Us
Communities everywhere share the need for clean water. And as they work to meet that need, they're facing new, more complex challenges every day. Our water professionals collaborate to contribute innovative ideas, guided by scientific rigor and a vision for sustainable growth. Every day, we're helping communities improve, reuse, and protect our world's most precious resource.
Join our team to deliver transformational projects that will benefit future generations. Grow with us, H2O+U.
About the Team
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

What Stantec employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom