Hydrogeologist or Engineer – Senior Level – Coal Combustion Residuals Focus (CCR) (Hybrid)

Technical knowledge: apply in-depth understanding of hydrogeology, engineering, and CCR regulations to lead site evaluations, monitoring programs, groundwater remedy implementation, and closure planning across a range of power sector sites.

Project management: coordinate multi-phase projects involving field investigation, data analysis, regulatory compliance, and remedy implementation, helping ensure alignment with technical objectives, timelines, and budget expectations.

Problem solving: interpret complex subsurface and regulatory data to develop tailored compliance strategies, address corrective actions, and guide clients through evolving CCR Rule and Legacy Rule requirements.

Communication: prepare clear, defensible technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals.

Effectively communicate project updates and complex findings to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.

Interpersonal savvy: collaborate across multidisciplinary internal teams and with external partners to maintain strong client relationships, foster business development, and create a shared understanding of project goals and deliverables.

Compensation: anticipated range of $105,000–125,000 annually.

Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

Employees in this position may also be eligible for a discretionary cash bonus based on team and individual performance.

This position is classified as exempt (salaried) under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position.

A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office.

This position can be based out of Barr's Bismarck, North Dakota; Salt Lake City, Utah; Duluth, Minneapolis, or Hibbing, Minnesota; Reno, Nevada; Denver, Colorado; Grand Rapids or Ann Arbor, Michigan; or Jefferson City, Missouri, offices.

Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.

Work environment ability to work in locations that may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities.

Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials.

An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required.

Safety training will be provided.

Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.

Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to conduct fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions (e.g., heat, cold, rain, uneven terrain).

Must be able to lift and carry equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Capable of standing, walking, kneeling, or crouching for extended periods.

Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by site conditions.

Ability to safely operate or work around environmental monitoring and sampling equipment.

Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education: bachelor’s degree in geology, hydrogeology, engineering, or a closely related discipline.

Experience: 10 or more years of relevant experience

Experience designing and implementing hydrogeologic field investigation activities, including drilling and well construction; standard field sampling procedures for soil, rock, sediments, surface water, and groundwater; and aquifer tests.

Knowledge of the CCR Rule, Legacy Rule, and monitoring networks and familiarity with the use of hydrogeologic data to support groundwater model development and calibration.

Licenses/certifications: Registered Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one jurisdiction

Software: Strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets.

Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite.

Driver’s license: Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

 Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Master's degree in geology, hydrogeology, or engineering with an emphasis in hydrogeology.

Experience with assessment of corrective action, remedy selection, treatability studies, and implementation of groundwater remedies.

Experience with impoundment closure plans, design, and implementation.

Recognized expertise in CCR demonstrated by regularly attending and presenting at conferences.

Previous consulting experience.

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care

Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock

Profit distribution: Barr has a no retained earnings model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders

Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities

Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave

Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities