Senior Hydrogeologist / Water Resources Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams of hydrogeologists, engineers, numerical modelers, and GIS analysts to execute and deliver client solutions on schedule and within budget
• Work with clients to identify appropriate solutions, and develop the coinciding scopes of work and cost estimates
• Guide clients successfully through complex regulatory programs such as California Title 22 and SGMA
• Support the growth of our California and Western Regional team through business development and mentorship of junior staff
• Support internal initiatives related to AI/ML tool development

Required Qualifications

• MS in Hydrogeology, Water Resources Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience that showcases a successful track record of team leadership and client engagement
• Strong technical skills
• Adept planning, time management, organizational skills, and efficient decision-making ability
• Effective project management skills with a focus on the client
• Experience with California-specific hydrologic, geologic, and groundwater quality datasets
• Experience with MODFLOW-based groundwater models
• Experience analyzing/manipulating data, ideally with a scripting language, such as Python or R
• Experience with Data Analytics, AI/ML, and Data Management Systems
• Clear, well-rounded communication skills and the ability to maintain strong interpersonal relationships
• Excellent writing and presentation skills
• Able to collaborate across diverse, multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated success with client relationship management, business development, proposal support, and mentoring technical staff

Preferred Qualifications

• California PE, PG, or CHg license
• Experience with groundwater sustainability planning, managed aquifer recharge, ASR, indirect potable reuse, seawater intrusion, or groundwater remediation projects
• Familiarity with California water resources regulations, including SGMA, CEQA, Title 22, groundwater well permitting, and emerging contaminant regulations
• Experience leading MODFLOW-based groundwater modeling projects
• Experience using Python, R, GIS, data analytics, AI/ML, or data management systems to support water resources projects

About INTERA & Our Benefits

INTERA is a Top Workplaces USA 2025 award winner! Founded In 1974, INTERA Has Grown Into An International Geosciences And Engineering Consulting Firm That Helps Clients Make Informed Business Decisions, Mitigate Risk, And Drive Optimal Outcomes In a Multitude Of Industries. Building And Sustaining a Strong Company Culture Is At The Heart Of INTERA’s Practice Of Good Stewardship. We Strive To Foster An Environment Where People Love The Work That They Do And The Place That They Work Because We Believe That Our Employees Are Our Most Valuable Asset. As An Employee-owned Company, We Are Committed To Investing In Our People’s Needs For Security, Health, And Well-being With Medical, dental, and vision insurance that includes a free health plan option for employee-only coveragePaid parental leave – up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parentsGroup term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term and long-term coverage – paid 100% by the companyPaid holiday, vacation, and sick timeOpportunities for stock ownershipPerformance-based bonuses and award programs for technical paper publication and employee referralsCareer coaching instead of performance evaluationsTuition reimbursement, financial assistance for professional licensure and registration, and one paid membership to a professional societyPet insurance, LegalShield, IDShield, and more These are just some of the reasons why many of our employees have spent 10 to 25 years at INTERA. We love what we do, and it shows.