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Geomorphologist

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Washington, Seattle
Mar 13, 2026
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' We believe water is more than a resource, it's a shared responsibility. As part of our Water Business Group, you'll help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. From delivering safe drinking water and treating wastewater responsibly to developing sustainable water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring together experts across disciplines to solve complex challenges with bold thinking and technical excellence. Whether you're modernizing aging systems or pioneering innovative approaches, your contributions will make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead change, drive progress, and leave a lasting legacy. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of a Geomorphologist, we'll count on you to Assist with geologic and hydrologic studies, including field work, and other hydrologic, geologic, geophysical tasks both locally and nationally Assist with contaminated site remediation tasks Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of service deliverable documents Perform assignments requiring application of moderately complex objectives and limited variables Work independently on medium-size projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects Lead or assist with the development of stream, wetland, and aquatic habitat restoration projects, including early scoping, feasibility assessments, alternatives evaluation, and formulation of channel improvement strategies. Perform geomorphic and hydraulic field investigations, including survey work, sediment characterization, and construction observations, and convert field data into clear technical reports, graphics, and supporting documents for design and regulatory needs. Support the design of water resource infrastructure such as fish passage features, stream crossings, water intake structures, and scour mitigation solutions, using hydraulic and sediment transport modeling to assess expected performance across a range of flow conditions. Analyze habitat complexity designs that incorporate large wood elements, layout plans, and detailed drawings, and evaluate the structural stability and performance of installed LWM features. Conduct complex hydraulic and hydrologic modeling to support restoration design, infrastructure evaluation, and watershed scale analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess channel stability, interpret watershed processes, and create restoration designs that improve instream and off channel habitat, reconnect floodplains, and enhance flow conditions. Assess geomorphic conditions across river, stream, watershed, and coastal systems by examining sediment transport, channel geometry, hydrologic patterns, and long term geomorphic trends that inform sustainable management approaches. Integrate geomorphic, hydrologic, ecological, and terrain based analyses, including metrics such as stream power and slope area relationships, to guide project development from conceptual design through construction and monitoring. Support project planning and delivery by assisting with schedules, budgets, and coordination with clients and internal teams. Perform other duties as needed Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology, or closely related field WSDOT Fish Passage and Stream Restoration Certification WSDOT Stream Scour Certification Training Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology or closely related field A minimum of 5 years of experience Prior experience with field work Experience with well installation techniques, and groundwater and soil sampling procedures and analysis Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs Strong oral and written communication skills Leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment Ability and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures) May require ability to travel An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) {Seattle/Bellevue/Everett, WA}: $90,804- $129,720 {Gig Harbor, WA}: $83,237- $118,910 Primary Location : United States-Washington-Seattle Other Locations : United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor Industry : Water Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Fisheries Job Posting : Mar 12, 2026