Current Openings
Current hydrogeology job openings in our Tucson, Denver, and Santiago de Chile offices
Senior Groundwater Modeler / Hydrogeologist
Location: Tucson, AZ
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will lead analytical and numerical modeling investigations for mining hydrogeology projects that focus on:
- Hydrogeologic characterization of groundwater systems
- Exploration, development, and management of groundwater supplies
- Dewatering / depressurization programs
- Assessment of groundwater-related environmental impacts to support feasibility studies, regulatory permitting, and post-closure evaluations
- Interfacing with clients and regulatory agencies
Requirements
- 10 or more years of experience in groundwater modeling for mining hydrogeology and water resource investigations
- Demonstrated expertise in codes such as MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW, including inverse modeling using PEST
- Experience with three-dimensional visualization software and GIS to support model development
- Experience in variable-saturated modeling and tailings drainage modeling a plus
- Degree(s) in geology, hydrology, and/or a related discipline (M.S. preferred)
- Strong academic knowledge in physical hydrogeology
- Strong skills in verbal communication, technical writing, and technical illustration
- Willingness / ability to travel occasionally to M&A offices and job sites in the U.S. and South America
- Demonstrated ability to lead modeling investigations and work with a team of professionals
To apply
E-mail a resume (in MS Word or PDF format) to employment@elmontgomery.com.
Mid Level Hydrogeologist
Location: Tucson, AZ
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for analytical and numerical modeling to support mining hydrogeology projects for various U.S. and international clients. Project activities will include:
- Hydrogeologic characterization of groundwater systems
- Exploration, development, and management of groundwater supplies
- Dewatering / depressurization programs
- Assessment of groundwater-related environmental impacts to support feasibility studies and regulatory permitting, and post-closure evaluations
Requirements
- 3 years or more experience in groundwater modeling for mining hydrogeology and water resource investigations
- Demonstrated groundwater modeling expertise in codes including MODFLOW and/or FEFLOW
- Experience with three-dimensional visualization software and GIS to support model development
- Degree(s) in geology, hydrology, and/or a related discipline (M.S. preferred)
- Strong academic knowledge in physical hydrogeology
- Strong skills in verbal communication, technical writing, and technical illustration
- Willingness / ability to travel occasionally to M&A offices and job sites in the U.S. and South America
- Demonstrated ability to work with a team of professionals
To apply
E-mail a resume (in MS Word or PDF format) to employment@elmontgomery.com.
Mining Hydrogeologist
Location: Tucson, AZ
We are seeking a mid- to senior-level hydrogeologist with experience in the mining industry for our Tucson office. Learn more about M&A.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and managing mining-sector projects involving:
- Hydrogeologic characterization of groundwater systems
- Exploration, development, and management of groundwater supplies
- Mine dewatering / depressurization programs
- Assessment of groundwater-related environmental impacts to support feasibility studies and regulatory permitting
Other duties will include:
- Technical oversight of data acquisition, data analysis, and report preparation
- Staff management, mentoring, and training for field work and data analysis
- Business development, including preparation of technical proposals and presentations and participation in marketing-related activities
Requirements
- 10 years or more experience in mining hydrogeology and water resource investigations
- Demonstrated project leadership and management experience
- Academic degree(s) in geology, hydrology, and/or a related discipline
- Willingness / ability to travel occasionally to M&A offices and job sites in South America
To apply
E-mail a resume (in MS Word or PDF format) to employment@elmontgomery.com.
Senior Hydrogeologist
Location: Santiago de Chile
M&A is seeking a senior hydrogeologist who has experience in the mining industry for our Santiago office, which has about 30 professional staff members who support projects in Chile, Perú, and Argentina.
Responsibilities
- Planning and management of hydrogeologic characterization, groundwater exploration, and mine dewatering / depressurization projects
- Planning and management of environmental impact assessments for mine feasibility studies and regulatory permitting
- Senior technical oversight, including report preparation
- Staff management, mentoring, and training for field data collection and analysis
- Business development, including the preparation of technical proposals and presentations and participation in marketing-related activities
Qualifications
- 15 years or more experience in mining hydrogeology and water resources investigations
- Demonstrated leadership and large-scale project management experience
- Ability to speak Spanish and English with fluency
- Academic degree(s) in geology, hydrology, and/or related a discipline
We will consider qualified candidates of any domicile but prefer Chilean residents.
To apply
To apply, send your resume to Mike Rosko.
Hidrogeólogo Senior
M & A está buscando un hidrogeólogo senior que cuente con experiencia en la industria minera para nuestra oficina de Santiago, que tiene unos 30 miembros profesionales que apoyan proyectos en Chile, Perú, y Argentina.
Responsibilidades
- Planificación y gestión de la caracterización hidrogeológica, exploración de aguas subterráneas, y el desagüe de minas / proyectos de despresurización
- Planificación y gestión de evaluaciones de impacto ambiental para los estudios de factibilidad de las minas y de permisos regulatorios
- Supervisión técnica de alto nivel, incluyendo la preparación del informe
- Manejo de personal, asesoramiento y capacitación para la recolección de datos y análisis
- Desarrollo de negocios, incluyendo la preparación de propuestas técnicas y presentaciones; y la participación en la comercialización de actividades relacionadas.
Calificaciones
- 15 o más años de experiencia en hidrogeología minera y las investigaciones de recursos hídricos
- Liderazgo demostrado y gran experiencia en la gestión de proyectos
- Habilidad para hablar Español e Inglés con fluidez
- Grado académico(s) en geología, hidrología, y / o una disciplina relacionada.
Tendremos en cuenta los candidatos calificados de cualquier domicilio, pero serán preferentes los Chilenos residentes.
Para aplicar
Para aplicar, envíe su currículum a Mike Rosko.



