Geologist

HDR, Inc.
United States, Pennsylvania, Bethlehem
1720 Spillman Dr Ste 280 (Show on map)
Mar 26, 2025
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. HDR is seeking a Geologist that is a well-rounded, team-oriented individual with excellent communication skills who can manage multiple activities related to environmental remediation and compliance. Individuals who have succeeded in this position are self-motivated and possess versatility, a willingness to fully engage in a variety of tasks, effective time management, and excellent technical writing skills. The primary duties of the Geologist position include working on a wide variety of brownfield, PADEP Act 2, and superfund sites, as well as other environmental projects as they relate to remediation, industrial, power, water, resources, roadway, rail, and related projects. The position also includes task management and staff coordination involvement to meet project requirements and deadlines. Primary Responsibilities - Support regional and national projects including Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments for a diversity of projects - Support the completion of Act 2 Cleanup Plans, Remedial Investigation reports, Final Reports, Phase I and II Site Assessments, well abandonment/construction plans or other related reports - Interpret, manage, and evaluate data - Lead and support field assignments including but not limited to well drilling, soil, surface water, and groundwater sampling efforts in accordance with PADEP and USEPA regulations. - Serve as a task manager for small scale environmental investigation & remediation projects including managing schedules, and quality of products - Provide support for junior environmental scientists and geologist and assist more senior scientist on larger projects - Be part of a professional team of environmental scientists, geologist, and environmental engineers - Perform other related duties as needed Preferred Qualifications a minimum of 3 years of with environmental assessment projects including planning, site investigation, monitoring, report writing, overseeing drilling operations, installing groundwater monitoring wells, well development, and groundwater sampling (experience in Pennsylvania preferred). 5 years experience preferred Experience working with PADEP and USEPA clients and emerging contaminants Working experience of ArcGIS applications (e.g. Field Maps App) HAZWOPER 40-hour certification Demonstrated technical writing ability (e.g. Act 2 Cleanup Plans, Remedial Investigation reports, Final Reports, Phase I and II Site Assessments, well abandonment/construction plans) Clean driving record Excellent ability to think on your feet to solve problems independently and react professionally in changing situations Must be mechanically inclined and able to operate and troubleshoot groundwater pumps, environmental monitoring equipment, and other relevant environmental field related duties Experience managing small-scale projects including, budgets, schedules, completing scopes of work and other related activities On track to obtain a Professional Geologist license in Pennsylvania Self-motivated, positive, flexible, team-oriented attitude and willingness and desire to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team that supports environmental, transportation, water, mining, and oil and gas projects Local candidates preferred #LI-AG2 Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field Ability to assess and classify soil and rock samples to determine geologic type Experience with Microsoft Office programs Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures) May require ability to travel An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location : United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem Other Locations : United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg Industry : Environment/Sciences Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Hazardous Waste Job Posting : Mar 26, 2025