Job Description

Call & Nicholas is an internationally recognized geotechnical engineering and hydrogeology firm based in Tucson, AZ that provides consulting services to clients in the mining industry. CNI has been in existence since 1979 and employs engineers, geologists, hydrogeologists and support staff. We are an industry leader in geotechnical services and proud to be 100% employee owned. Our hydrogeological services include open pit depressurization programs, hydraulic testing, numerical modeling, and installation and management of piezometers and monitoring wells.

Why Call & Nicholas

We believe that a happy workforce is a more committed and efficient workforce. In addition to an outstanding benefits package, our employees enjoy access to professional development and skill-building resources, flexible schedules, and a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Benefits include unique travel opportunities, competitive salary, paid overtime, flexible schedule, healthcare, life insurance, vacation, 401(k), and bonuses.

The culture at Call & Nicholas is one of innovation and continuous improvement. We value curiosity, camaraderie, hard work, diversity of opinion, and freedom of communication.

Our Hydrogeology Group

Our hydrogeology group differs from conventional hydrogeological consulting firms in that our work is fully integrated with our in-house geotechnical engineering studies. Integration begins with field characterization programs that address both geotechnical and hydrogeologic needs, including numerical studies that couple geotechnical stability and pore pressure models. We also conduct classical hydrogeological studies such as characterization and testing of groundwater systems.

Commonly used software includes FEFLOW, AQTESOLV, ArcGIS/QGIS, AutoCAD, Surfer, and Microsoft Excel. Commonly used programming languages include Python, C++, and Fortran.

• Compilation, reduction, and analysis of hydrogeologic, geologic, and geotechnical data in support of advanced modeling work using spreadsheets, databases, GIS, and other relevant software and tools.
• Support senior staff in building conceptual and numerical hydrogeologic models.
• Assist with calibration and coupling of geotechnical and hydrogeologic models.
• Additional office duties include preparation of CAD drawings and geologic wireframes, authoring written summaries detailing work conducted, and assisting with preparation of proposals and reports.
• Field work includes well/aquifer testing using a variety of methods, installation of fully grouted piezometers, and installation of open standpipe piezometers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in hydrogeology, geology, or related discipline
• 0-4 years' of experience
• Course work/experience using AutoCAD, ArcGIS, FEFLOW, MODFLOW
• The position involves domestic and international travel
• Professional registration considered a plus
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
• Ability to travel for field work
• Computer literacy, experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with programming languages, including Python, MATLAB, and/or C/C++ —a valuable asset in adapting and optimizing processes in a technical consulting environment
• Course work in groundwater modeling and geotechnical or mining engineering is considered a plus
• Ready to work with a safety-first mindset both in and out of the field

Additional Information

Job Skills

• Excellent communication skills with colleagues and clients. Continuously learns and develops new skills.
• Operates with integrity, both internally and externally to the company.
• Works with positive attitude/enthusiasm.
• Cooperates with team members to achieve shared goals. Adaptable to changes in job conditions.
• Able to resolve conflicts constructively. Works with safety as a top priority.
• Open to change and being assigned to short- to long-term projects.
• Results driven. Takes pride in work.
• Ability to evaluate data. Ability to visualize three-dimensional problems.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and understand documents such as instruction and procedure manuals, safety guidelines, and regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to co-workers in English (additional languages are considered a plus).

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and arms to handle and manipulate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms, required to sit, walk, talk and hear.
• Required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job at the office the employee frequently will be inside.

Benefits

• Comprehensive full-family medical insurance coverage
• Long-term disability, life insurance
• 401k with 5%+ company matching contribution
• Annual profit-share and merit bonuses
• PTO, Sick leave, and 9 observed holidays
• Paid Maternity and Parental leave
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Continuing education fund

Schedule: Full time, normal business hours