Hydrogeologist/Geologist (3737)

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Hydrogeologist/Geologist (3737) in Commerce City, CO.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal Hydrogeologist/Geologist

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Geologist or Hydrogeologist with 5–10 years of professional experience in environmental monitoring, data evaluation, and field investigation. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in geology, hydrogeology, and environmental science, with experience designing and implementing field programs, interpreting environmental data, and preparing high-quality technical reports. This role requires both independent problem-solving and effective teamwork with technical and project management staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Evaluation & Technical Analysis
• Analyze and interpret hydrogeologic, water quality, and water level data to evaluate contaminant distribution, migration pathways, and remedial effectiveness.
• Prepare data visualization products such as hydrographs, potentiometric maps, contaminant plume maps, cross-sections, and time-series trends.
• Contribute to the design and evaluation of groundwater remediation systems, monitoring programs, and site/design investigations.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare clear, well-structured technical reports including work plans, monitoring reports, and data summary technical summaries.
• Maintain accurate field notes and data quality records.
• Support proposal development, including writing scopes of work and estimating labor and field costs.

Environmental Field Work & Monitoring

• Oversee drilling, well installation, development, and aquifer testing activities.
• Develop environmental monitoring programs, including long-term groundwater monitoring and performance tracking for remediation systems.
• Manage field teams, subcontractors, and logistics to ensure safe and efficient field operations.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Work within federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks (e.g., EPA, CDPHE, and Adams County Health Department).
• Communicate with regulatory agencies as required to support project activities.
• Ensure all field operations follow safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, Earth/Environmental Science, or related field.
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting, hydrogeology, or contaminated site assessment.
• Strong working knowledge of groundwater flow principles, site investigation methods, and environmental sampling techniques.
• Proficiency with environmental data analysis software (e.g., Excel, ArcGIS, Access/database platforms, ChemStat/statistical software programs).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing client-ready reports.
• Familiarity with health & safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with remediation system design, operation, or performance monitoring.
• Groundwater modeling experience (numerical and analytical models).
• Aquifer testing and data evaluation experience related to design investigations.
• OSHA HAZWOPER (40-hour) certification

Key Competencies

• Strong writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and project priorities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Compensation:

$70,000 to $85,000 per year.

In accordance with the Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc (Navarro) salary determination process, Navarro takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities and the candidate’s education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; vacation/sick/holiday pay*.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability