COMPANY OVERVIEWEKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned, full service, engineering and environmental sciences consulting firm serving private- and public-sector clients throughout the United States. If you are interested in improving the environment and advancing your career, then EKI is the place for you.
The Water Resources Engineer or Hydrogeologist / Project Manager position reports to the Team Leader (TL) and is responsible for supporting ongoing projects with clients throughout California, Washington, and Texas from initial project planning through feasibility analyses, design, implementation, and completion. Projects include Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance and implementation, groundwater basin characterization, water budgets and water accounting frameworks, groundwater-flow and constituent transport modeling, water transfer support, water supply planning, production well design, indirect and direct potable reuse planning, litigation support, and more. This position can be Remote.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:
Develop and/or implement hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, and numerical modelsConduct technical analyses that could include recharge basin siting and design, feasibility studies, among othersPrepare reports and studies, including groundwater sustainability plans, water supply assessments, urban water management plans and/or water supply strategies, integrated plans, water transfers, and water conservation programsPrepare well-written documents and effective presentations that communicate complex technical problems in an effective and efficient manner to a broad audienceSupport project managers and senior staff with the preparation of project schedules and tracking of budgets, deliverables, and progress reportsOther duties as required QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field; Master's degree preferredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Minimum of five (5) years of experience, with eight (8) or more years desirable, as an engineer, planner, or hydrogeologist for water resources projectsProfessional Registration is preferred.Technical knowledge in numerical groundwater modeling (e.g., MODFLOW, IWFM, etc.), water resources planning, data management and visualization, and technical writingProficiency with Python or R, Surfer, and ArcGIS is preferredKnowledge of California groundwater and water planning regulations, including SGMA, Urban Water Management Planning Act, and/or Senate Bill 610 requirements[WO2] OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred, but not requiredCompetencies
Must have effective verbal and written communicationMust have ability to multi-task, stay organized, work independently, and collaborate with various project teamsMust have a strong desire to grow personally as well as professionallyMust have a great attitude and eager to learnMust have a current valid driver's licensePHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume workload and frequent short deadlinesMust have the ability to obtain medical clearance to work on hazardous waste site(s)Must be able to lift up to 25 lbsMust be able to work remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periodsMust be able to communicate with others to exchange informationMust be able to assess the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assignedTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to travel occasionally, possibly overnight for customer meetings and site visits up to 10% of the timeAs an employee-owned firm, EKI offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to maintaining a positive work/life experience. EKI provides excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, including career advancement opportunities, outstanding training opportunities, incentive compensation including bonuses, retirement benefits through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing contributions, and group medical, vision, and dental benefits.
