Geochemist (0–5 Years Experience)
Location: Helena, Montana
Company: Hydrometrics, Inc.
Hydrometrics, Inc. is seeking an early-career Geochemist to join our team in Helena, Montana. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced scientists and engineers on challenging projects involving water resources, mining, industrial facilities, and environmental remediation across the western United States and nationwide.
About Hydrometrics
Hydrometrics is an independent, employee-focused consulting firm providing high-quality services in water resources, hydrogeology, geochemistry, and environmental science. We are known for our practical, science-based solutions to complex problems and our commitment to technical excellence.
Our team works in a highly collaborative environment where staff across disciplines engage directly with one another and with clients. We emphasize professional growth, mentorship, and maintaining a balance between meaningful work and quality of life.
Hydrometrics was founded in Montana in 1979 to provide professional scientific and engineering services for industrial, commercial, municipal, and private sectors in the western United States. Our employee-owned business consists of dedicated and talented employees applying their interdisciplinary skills to a wide variety of environmental, water resources, permitting, and remediation and redevelopment projects. For more information on Hydrometrics, please see our website at https://www.hydrometrics.com.
What You’ll Do
- Support geochemical evaluations for mining, water resources, industrial, and environmental projects.
- Planning, implementing, and managing site investigations in cooperation with other sciences, engineering, and field services staff, including monitoring and characterization of groundwater, surface water, soils, geological materials, and wastes.
- Management, data validation and data quality review, statistical and graphical analysis, and interpretation and presentation of water quality and other geochemical data.
- Developing and refining water quality and other geochemical models, including geochemical aspects of conceptual site models and contaminant fate and transport aspects of groundwater and surface water flow and mixing models.
- Preparation and/or review of field sampling plans, quality assurance project plans, data quality and data validation reports, project summary reports, and other client deliverables in an efficient and effective manner.
- Work collaboratively with hydrogeologists, hydrologists, and engineers.
What We’re Looking For
- B.S. or M.S. in Geochemistry, Geology, Environmental Science, or related field with a focus on aqueous geochemistry.
- 0–5 years of progressively responsible job experience in geochemical field data collection, site investigations and characterization, environmental geochemistry, data interpretation and analysis, and geochemical modeling.
- Knowledge of physical and chemical hydrology and hydrogeology concepts and applications.
- Experience with database, data management, and statistical tools (e.g., Excel, EnviroData, R, ProUCL).
- Experience with water quality and geochemical modeling codes (e.g., Geochemist’s Workbench, PHREEQC).
- Proficiency in technical/scientific writing, graphics preparation, and technical presentations with continuous attention to detail.
- Ability to successfully complete tasks both independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to travel occasionally to project locations for client meetings and/or to conduct or supervise field work.
- U.S. Citizen or permanent resident, valid driver's license and safe driving record, and ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Why Hydrometrics?
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment where your input is valued and mentorship is a priority.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to projects that address real-world challenges in water resources, mining, industry, and environmental cleanup.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to build technical expertise and take on increasing responsibility.
Life in Helena, Montana
Helena offers outstanding access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, mountain biking, fly fishing, skiing, and hunting. With short commutes and a strong sense of community, Helena provides an excellent balance between career and lifestyle.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive annual salary ($65,000 to $85,000) based on education and experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan (401k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest and experience to [email protected]. Please reference the Geochemist (Helena) Position title in your letter of application or email.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Helena, MT 59601 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Helena, MT 59601: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
