Intermediate Geochemist

Stantec partners with clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address unique community needs throughout the mining lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields with technical excellence, innovation, and a vision for growth. This role offers the opportunity to apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on critical projects for clients, communities, and the industry.

About the role

The Mining Team at Stantec is seeking an Intermediate Level Hydrogeologist or Geochemist to support geochemistry studies for regional and international mining industry clients. This position reports to an office in Salt Lake City, Denver, or Phoenix, with flexible location options. The primary focus is on complex projects related to acid rock drainage, metal leaching, mineral precipitation, pit lake chemistry, water-rock interactions, and reclamation/remediation. Travel may be required, including visits to remote sites.

Responsibilities

• Support geochemistry studies for mining, environmental, or water-resource programs, with a focus on groundwater chemistry evaluations.
• Assist in complex geochemical and hydrogeological modeling efforts using software such as PHREEQC, MINTEQ, Geochemist’s Workbench, GoldSim, Leapfrog, database management, GIS, and related tools.
• Evaluate geochemical characteristics of groundwater and develop geochemical models in collaboration with a senior geochemist.
• Support the existing geoscience team on international mining business line projects.
• Maintain strong communication and collaborative working relationships with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational, technical writing, and oral communication skills.

Requirements

• Minimum of a M.S. in geochemistry, hydrogeology, geology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in aqueous geochemistry.
• Professional license (PG) or the ability to obtain one is preferred.
• Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail.

Pay

Annual pay range: $80,300.00 – $116,500.00. Final compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Note that certain roles are bonus-eligible, and part-time compensation is pro-rated based on agreed working hours.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week).
• Wellness program, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase program.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, and emergency travel benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid family leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year, and paid sick leave (or more if state/local law requires).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, the employee stock purchase program, and paid leave in accordance with state and local law. Benefits for union positions may be governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.