Intermediate Groundwater Modelling Specialist
OUR PURPOSE
At Matrix Solutions we collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work.
We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.
WHO WE ARE
One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients.
Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group (MEG) which has 3000+ employees and more than 135 global locations.
WHAT WE DO
We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people.
When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.
Are you looking to
Leverage your expertise in groundwater hydrology and numerical methods to make a difference by solving complex problems in the community where you work and live
Access a full toolbox of advanced numerical modelling software solutions such as Leapfrog, FEFLOW, Tuft2, MIKE SUITE, EQUIS Database
Expand Matrix Solutions’ industry leading capabilities in conceptual and numerical modelling
Build innovative and advanced scripting tools for interpreting model input and showcasing results
Have autonomy and the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from other Matrix regions
Partner with long standing clients such as municipal governments, conservation authorities, academia, and private industry
As an Intermediate Groundwater Modelling Specialist, you will be based in one of our offices across Canada as part of our Groundwater Modelling team.
The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of complex groundwater flow and transport projects with responsibilities as follows :
Lead and support development and application of modelling tools to support decision-making
Support the development and execution of conceptual model-driven work plans that balance the application of innovative modelling tools or approaches, with the scale and scope of the problem
Develop models for a wide range of hydrogeology projects including :
Regional and local hydrogeological assessments
Municipal source water projection (quantity and quality)
Risk assessment and groundwater remediation
Mining reserve estimates and dewatering
Surface water and Groundwater interactions
Regulatory groundwater monitoring programs
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team focused on being the trusted advisor to our clients
Manage multiple priorities, scope changes and support multiple project managers
Provide junior modelling staff with personal technical guidance on a routine basis to help ensure that their work is accurate and efficiently completed
Analyze results and communicate project findings through technical reports and presentations to a variety of stakeholders
Liaise with clients and stakeholders within various sectors
What We Are Looking For
An undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, Earth Sciences or related discipline
4 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role within a consulting environment with experience in geology, hydrogeology, chemistry and numerical methods.
Candidates with a or a post-doc with less than the required consulting industry experience are encouraged to apply since time will be credited for completing a or a post-doc.
Eligible for professional registration with provincial self-regulating organizations APEGA, EGBC, PEO, PGO)
Demonstrated experience in the application and adaptation of numerical model tools and approaches, including uncertainty analysis to support risk assessment, remedial action plans, subwatershed studies, environmental assessments, and wellhead protection studies
Expertise with MODFLOW, FEFLOW, GS-FLOW, MIKESHE or similar software
Knowledge in specialized technical areas such as geostatistics, reactive transport modelling, multi-phase flow modelling or coupled surface water-groundwater flow and transport modelling
Skilled in data analysis using Database / GIS / Visualization tools to support conceptual model development and numerical modelling results analyses
Experience using Python, C++, SQL for data management and analyses
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a collaborative attitude
Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team environment
Previous experience writing technical memos and giving presentations
A valid class G driver’s license with no restrictions is an asset
Why Choose Matrix
At Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.
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