Graduate Geologist

Description

Spotts, Stevens and McCoy is currently recruiting for a Graduate Geologist to join our Water Resources team in Reading, PA. This individual will play a key role in protecting drinking water resources throughout Pennsylvania by participating in the development of new wells and being part of the SSM team that assists PaDEP in developing Source Water Protection Plans. The ideal candidate will have education and/or experience with analyzing groundwater data and GIS software. Working with a team, this individual will assist in delineating groundwater sources, field oversight of well construction projects, and creating maps and figures in GIS.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in field activities for the development and permitting of community water supply projects.
• Oversee well drilling, collecting field data, and interpreting subsurface conditions. 
• Organize, write, and edit reports and other technical documents. 
• Delineate groundwater sources for source water protection plans.
• Respond to client requests for sinkhole oversight and remediation.
• Calculate watershed budgets and analyze groundwater data.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or related field of study.
• 0 - 5 years of related work experience.
• Knowledge of GIS from classes or experience. Other technical software a plus.
• Detail-oriented with ability to execute technical analysis.
• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and schedules.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to off-site projects in regional area.
• Onsite field work may include walking roads, rough terrain, ascending/descending stairs and ladders, performing job duties in confined spaces while wearing protective clothing, when necessary, and while carrying equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

This position is based out of our Reading PA office; however, there may be flexibility for a hybrid-remote work model. 

About the Firm

Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Inc. is a family-owned regional engineering, environmental and surveying firm headquartered in Reading PA with offices in Lancaster, West Chester and Lehigh Valley. We serve local and global clients from large, regional and national companies in the manufacturing, processing and high tech sectors to public municipalities and authorities. We engineer solutions for a better world by helping our clients plan, design, build, operate, and protect their infrastructure, assets, and resources. We keep our schools and community buildings safe from environmental hazards. We support our growing and expanding businesses and hospitals. We help municipalities to prepare and protect their infrastructure and resources. We keep water fresh and we keep air clean. We bring old buildings back to life with cutting-edge technology and leading-edge designs. We evaluate; we collaborate; we innovate.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Cafeteria-style benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays, and paid time-off
• Hybrid work environment
• Free snacks & coffee
• Professional development assistance
• Wellness initiatives

SSM is unable to sponsor, or take over sponsorship of, an employment visa (e.g. H-1B visa) for this role.