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Hydrogeologist

Dudek
United States, California, Sacramento
1102 R Street (Show on map)
Nov 25, 2025
Location(s): Northern CA (Sacramento, Auburn, Oakland) Practice/Department: Hydro/Haz Internal Title: Hydrogeologist III Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $100,000-115,000/annually* Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we've been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards. Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape. Who You Are As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation. How You'll Make an Impact Dudek is seeking a mid-level professional with experience in the field of hydrogeology, specifically focused on data analysis, interpretation, and communication. The hired staff member will assist agencies and landowners with a variety of tasks, including evaluation of water resource development opportunities, managed aquifer recharge studies, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) technical studies, and Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance. Duties and Responsibilities Assist with SGMA implementation and compliance, annual reports, and periodic updates. Prepare or assist with preparation of various hydrogeologic and hydrologic reports including, but not limited to, water supply assessments, CEQA EIR sections, and hydrogeologic investigation reports. Collect, evaluate, and analyze hydrogeologic data. Communicate results of investigations in written, oral, and graphical formats. Quality assurance and quality control responsibilities for internal and external communications. Work across disciplines, with Dudek Planners and other experts, to review and/or prepare water-related CEQA sections and technical studies. Analyze numerical model outputs to generate groundwater budgets, comparisons of simulated and measured hydrogeologic parameters, and identify gaps in the conceptual model that impact model predictions. Minimum Qualifications Minimum 6 years of experience Hydrogeology, Geology, Hydrology, or similar field A master's degree in Hydrogeology, Geology, Hydrology, or similar field Familiarity with SGMA and Groundwater Sustainability Plans for California groundwater basins. Very strong independent analytical, written, and oral communication skills. Familiarity with common statistical methods used to analyze hydrogeologic, climate, and groundwater datasets. Experience performing hydrogeologic and/or hydrologic field work in accordance with industry standards. Competence with Geographic Information Systems for analysis and display preparation. Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with MODFLOW(-2005 or 6), MT3D, MODFLOW-USG, PRMS, and/or GSFLOW, and associated Graphical User Interfaces (e.g. Groundwater Vistas, ModelMuse, or GMS) Familiarity with CVHM and C2VSim Experience with land subsidence modeling Proficiency in common scripting languages (e.g. Python and/or R). Experience deploying automated calibration software (e.g. PEST or UCODE) and evaluating model calibration to assess accuracy of model simulations. Experience employing local and global sensitivity analyses to characterize primary controls on model outputs and associated uncertainties. Professional California licensure in geology, engineering, or related field. Familiarity with Senate Bill 610 Water Supply Assessments and California Urban Water management Plans Experience with soil and groundwater sampling. Compensation: $100,000-115,000/annually* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual's related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment. Working Conditions: Environment This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc. This job may also require occasional project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following: Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting. Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees). Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc. Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination. Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek's operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek's commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action. Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.