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Hydrogeologist (Entry-level)

Engineering Consulting Services Ltd

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • $50,000–$70,000 Per Year

Highlights

Supporting a broad spectrum of groundwater resource projects related to high-yield supply well installation and testing, mining dewatering evaluations, groundwater resource assessments, well rehabilitation, stormwater basin mounding analysis, construction dewatering evaluations, and much more. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026).

Numbers & Facts

LocationCharlottesville, VA
IndustryEngineering Services
Salary$50,000–$70,000 Per Year
Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded1988
Websitehttp://www.ecslimited.com/

Description

Responsibilities

  • Supporting a broad spectrum of groundwater resource projects related to high-yield supply well installation and testing, mining dewatering evaluations, groundwater resource assessments, well rehabilitation, stormwater basin mounding analysis, construction dewatering evaluations, and much more.  Work will be performed under the supervision of senior hydrogeologists, resulting in unique mentoring opportunities for a variety of hydrogeological tasks and applications.
  • Assist with all aspects of a project with a focus on field work, project management, data analysis, map preparation, and technical reporting.
  • Work with governmental, municipal, industrial, and commercial clients.
  • Field evaluation work to include well logging, aquifer testing, groundwater sampling, subcontractor oversight, surface water monitoring, etc.
  • Office work to include technical reporting, data analysis, client and subcontractor coordination, proposal preparation, and map preparation.
  • Work in a variety of hydrogeologic environments, including coastal plain, crystalline bedrock, and karst aquifer systems.
  • Overnight travel is infrequent but will be required at times.

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Qualifications

  • 0 -3 years of related experience required
  • Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Hydrogeology or related fields such as Geology or Environmental Engineering with a focus in Hydrogeology
  • Must be proficient using Microsoft Word, Excel, and ArcPro.  Experience with AQTESOLV and/or Visual MODFLOW Flex is preferred
  • Excellent writing and communication skills and a commitment to continued learning

The expected pay range for this role and location is $50,000-70,000/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

Military Qualifications

  • The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
  • E-5

About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.

About Company

Why ECS? We have grit. What does that mean for you? We are problem solvers who approach obstacles with a fearless attitude. From trekking knee deep through swamplands to rappelling off of buildings, we do whatever it takes to safely get the job done! We have guts. The footprint of our company allows us to be nimble. With exceptional expertise and locations across the nation, we have the strength to support your project. We are resilient. We will ask the right questions, listen to your concerns and deliver. The opportunities to collaborate and think outside the box are infinite.  We take initiative. The work we do sometimes does not have an easy solution. It takes drive, determination and the ability to connect people and ideas to achieve remarkable results.   We bring tenacity. To put it plainly, we provide geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, environmental consulting, and facilities engineering services. From conception to completion, our boots are made for working.

 

To find out more about ECS: www.ecslimited.com

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