General information

Reference

2025-3969  

Position description

Category

F13 Hydrogeology - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Hydrogeologist Engineer

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent contract

Context and contributions of the position

Joining the French Geological Survey (BRGM) means becoming part of France's leading public institution for Earth Science applications bringing together 1,000 wholeheartedly committed experts across 29 bases in Mainland and Overseas France.

BRGM focuses on enhancing geological knowledge and understanding of surface and sub-surface-related phenomena, with a view to: meeting the challenges of environmental changes through innovative projects with societal implications.

The Auvergne–Rhône–Alpes Regional Directorate of BRGM, with offices in Lyon and Clermont-Ferrand, supports State services, public institutions, and local authorities.

It carries out R&D and expert activities in the fields of soil and subsoil, with a particular focus on groundwater resources.

In a context of increasing anthropogenic pressures and climate change, key challenges relate to improving knowledge, management, and the quantitative and qualitative preservation of groundwa-ter resources.

Activities notably include piezometric monitoring, enhancement of hydrogeological knowledge, support to public policies, and technical assistance to State services (Support to Admi-nistrations / Water Police).

Job description

You will be primarily responsible for:
- Leading and providing technical input to studies and projects related to the management and protection of groundwater resources (quantity, quality, groundwater–surface water interactions, thermal waters);
- Organizing and supervising fieldwork related to water resources (well monitoring, water level and discharge measurements, piezometry, water sampling and analysis);
- Carrying out ad hoc expert assessments (support to administrations, third-party expertise);
- Supervising or contributing to studies involving groundwater level forecasting and/or modeling, in coordination with specialized teams;
- Contributing to the monitoring and reporting of regional and departmental piezometric networks;
- Drafting and presenting study results in compliance with the quality management system;
- Contributing to the development of regional activities and partnerships in the fields of water and the environment.

Profile

Contract type : Project-based permanent contract
Education : Master's degree
Experience : 5 – 10 years

You will be primarily responsible for:
• Leading and providing technical input to studies and projects related to the management and protection of groundwater resources (quantity, quality, groundwater–surface water interactions, thermal waters);
• Organizing and supervising fieldwork related to water resources (well monitoring, water level and discharge measurements, piezometry, water sampling and analysis);
• Carrying out ad hoc expert assessments (support to administrations, third-party expertise);
• Supervising or contributing to studies involving groundwater level forecasting and/or modeling, in coordination with specialized teams;
• Contributing to the monitoring and reporting of regional and departmental piezometric networks;
• Drafting and presenting study results in compliance with the quality management system;
• Contributing to the development of regional activities and partnerships in the fields of water and the environment.

You have at least 5 years of experience in a similar position and demonstrate:
• Strong expertise in hydrogeology and in the disciplines of the water cycle;
• Proven experience in conducting studies and fieldwork related to groundwater resources and water quality;
• Excellent writing skills;
• Experience with data management tools and GIS (QGIS), with an interest in piezometric data and hydrogeological instrumentation.
An asset: knowledge of geothermal energy, aquifer modeling, and/or emerging pollutants.
Your professional attitude and interpersonal skills are reflected through:
• Autonomy, rigor, and a strong sense of responsibility;
• Organizational and analytical skills, with a proactive approach;
• Strong interpersonal skills and a preference for collaborative work;
• Ability to adapt communication to a wide range of audiences.

Working conditions

This is a full-time position, based in Villeurbanne. It involves regular travel within the region and occasional travel to the Orlé-ans Scientific and Technical Center, as well as to provide support to other regional offices..
Within an environment that promotes a healthy work/life balance, particularly thanks to remote working, BRGM prides itself on providing a friendly and caring place to work.
Awarded HRS4R certification in 2021, we are committed to supporting you throughout your career at BRGM. We provide you with a range of tools for developing your skills and expertise, with scope for career progression and geographic mobility.
At BRGM, you will benefit from several advantages such as a 13th month salary, additional days off compensating for overtime (JRTT), meal vouchers, and holiday and leisure benefits, among others.

At BRGM, you are guaranteed a transparent recruitment process. To apply, please send us your application (up-to-date CV and cover letter) by 2026-01-18.
Because diversity matters to us at BRGM, all of our job vacancies are open to everyone!
We will examine your application as soon as the closing date has passed. If your application is short-listed, we will contact you for recruitment interviews during which you will have the opportunity to talk with the recruitment and HR departments as well as a cross-functional department.

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Position location

Job location

France, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Rhone (69)

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