Early Career Geologist

This Opportunity WSP is seeking an Early Career Geologist to join our Austin, TX SIR team . This role is ideal for a geoscience professional who will thrive in a field-based work environment and is eager to build a career supporting environmental investigation and remediation projects. This is a field-forward role. Candidates with strong hands-on experience - such as field camp, field-intensive coursework, internships, or field-based research - are strongly preferred. At WSP, we are driven by curiosity, powered by collaboration, and committed to delivering impactful environmental solutions. Our Site Investigation & Remediation (SIR) team supports public and private sector clients by evaluating and managing environmental risk through site investigations, data analysis, and remediation support across Texas and beyond. Your Impact + Field Investigation (Primary Focus) + Perform and support environmental fieldwork, including: + Soil, groundwater, sediment, and soil vapor sampling + Monitoring well installation oversight and development + Aquifer testing support (e.g., slug tests, pumping tests) + Detailed soil and lithologic logging + Maintain accurate and defensible field documentation, including logs, chain-of-custody forms, and photo records. + Employ contemporary analytical techniques to examine both organic and inorganic compounds, determining their constituent components. + Coordinate with subcontractors (drillers, surveyors, laboratories) and adhere to site-specific Health & Safety Plans (HASP). + Participate in regular field assignments, requiring travel and work outdoors in variable Texas conditions. + Data Management & Reporting + Compile and manage field and laboratory data in accordance with WSP standards. + Support preparation of technical deliverables, including: + Site investigation reports + Figures, tables, and maps + Boring logs and monitoring well construction documentation + Assist in data interpretation under direction of senior staff. + Team & Project Support + Collaborate with geologists, engineers, and project managers to meet project quality and schedule objectives. + Assist with field preparation activities including equipment setup, calibration, and logistics planning. Who You Are Required Qualifications + Bacheloru2019s degree in Geology or a closely related field. + Excellent research skills with an analytical mindset. + Strong interest in field-based environmental consulting work. + Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding field tasks (lifting equipment, extended walking/standing, outdoor work). + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. + Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). + Valid driveru2019s license and ability to travel to project sites. Preferred Qualifications: + Masteru2019s degree (MS) in Geology or a related field highly preferred, particularly with: + Teaching Assistant (TA) and/or Research Assistant (RA) experience + Field-based thesis or research (e.g., hydrogeology, environmental geochemistry, stratigraphy) + Field camp completion or equivalent hands-on field training (strongly preferred) + Internship or prior experience in: + Environmental consulting + Drilling oversight and soil/rock logging + Remediation system monitoring and sampling + Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., TCEQ, EPA) is a plus. + Basic experience with GIS or data visualization tools is a plus. #LI-AB2

Created: 2026-05-11