INTERA Incorporated is seeking an entry- to mid-level Groundwater Modeler to join our Richland, Washington, or Austin, Texas, office in support of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hanford Site. Candidates outside the Richland, WA, or Austin, TX, area are encouraged to apply; relocation assistance is available for qualified hires. This is an excellent opportunity to be mentored by industry experts to learn and grow in the field of subsurface flow and contaminant transport modeling. As a member of our talented modeling team, your work will be a valuable contribution to the innovative solutions needed at the Hanford Site, one of the largest environmental cleanup projects in the world.
Our ideal candidate is an early-career professional who brings curiosity, initiative, and a passion for building technical expertise in a collaborative setting. This role will provide the opportunity to work with exceptional groups of geologists, hydrogeologists, geochemists, engineers, and GIS analysts. We utilize numerical models to facilitate risk-informed decision making. Individuals who embody these characteristics and who have a strong understanding of the subsurface flow and transport process required to develop appropriate conceptual and numerical models are welcome to apply. At INTERA, you’ll be part of a team committed to technical excellence, integrity, and making a positive impact on the environment and the communities we serve.
Our purpose is Innovation and stewardship for a sustainable tomorrow. Join INTERA and help us make a difference today!
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide support on flow and transport modeling projects under the direction of INTERA’s senior technical staff. The tasks and responsibilities of this position include:
Compiling, synthesizing, and analyzing data to develop conceptual site and numerical models
Performing numerical flow and transport modeling of the subsurface
Creating inputs to and evaluating outputs from groundwater models
Preparing reports and technical presentations for clients, regulators, and other stakeholders
Implementing and complying with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures
Required Qualifications
MS or MA in Civil Engineering, Hydrogeology, Geology, or a closely related field with an emphasis on groundwater hydrology and/or groundwater modeling
Solid foundational knowledge of physical hydrogeology
Solid foundational knowledge of numerical methods, MODFLOW codes, computer programming, and GIS software
Programming experience with Python
Preferred Qualifications
2-8 years of applicable experience with a primary emphasis on quantitative hydrogeology and/or groundwater modeling
Availability and willingness to relocate to Richland, Washington, are highly desirable.
