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Geologist/Hydrogeologist

Brown and Caldwell
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026
The Geologist/Hydrogeologist role is tasked with basic foundational work in the fields of geology and hydrogeology. This role principally involves carrying out routine tasks, solving elementary problems, and learning and applying fundamental skills and knowledge in geology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, and geophysics. The role is carried out under the close supervision and guidance of experienced colleagues and supervisors. 

Responsibilities 

  • Assist in field investigations, including water and soil sampling. 
  • Assist with basic well logging and field data collection tasks in a supervised setting. 
  • Help in the examination and interpretation of geological, hydrogeological, geophysical, and geochemical data. 
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures related to the role. 
  • Maintain and update data logs of all performed tasks. 
  • Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

Skills And Competencies 

  • Basic understanding of geology, hydrogeology, geophysics, and geochemistry. 
  • Proficiency in using sampling equipment. 
  • Basic analytical skills to interpret geological data and information. 
  • Basic proficiency in using software and tools associated with geological studies. 

Experience 

  • Typically, a minimum of 0-2 years of related work experience in geology and hydrogeology or related field. 
  • Encouraged to certify in the SMS framework in the first six months of being in the role. 

Education 

  • A bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, or related field, or equivalent experience is required. 

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $59,000 - $79,000

Location B: $64,000 - $87,000

Location C: $70,000 - $95,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown And Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

Salary : $59,000 - $79,000

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