Hydrology and Hydraulics (H&H) Engineer

EnSafe; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Personalized career development

Health wellness initiatives

Opportunity for remote work

Job summary

A notable environmental consulting firm in Texas is seeking a qualified Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer to lead diverse projects and manage a consulting team. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, possess a PE license, and have over 10 years of experience, especially with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS modeling. This position emphasizes client management, project leadership, and fostering a collaborative team environment while contributing to meaningful environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in hydrology or hydraulics.
• Strong analytical skills in hydrology and hydraulics.
• Experience leading projects in consulting.
• Proficiency in HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS modeling.
• Knowledge of civil infrastructure projects.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrology & hydraulics projects from planning to completion.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff.
• Perform complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses.
• Review technical reports and designs.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

HEC-HMS expertise

HEC-RAS (1D/2D) modeling

Client relationship management

Project management

Leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

GIS

StormCAD

SWMM

Job description

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we’d like to talk with you about growing with us.

EnSafe is accepting applications for a Hydrology & Hydraulics (H&H) Engineer to join our team in one of the following office locations: Farmer’s Branch, TX; Houston, TX; Pensacola, FL; Jacksonville, FL; or Tampa, FL. Candidates must be willing to work from one of these offices; relocation assistance is available to meet this expectation.

We are seeking a water resources leader who is analytical in hydrology and hydraulics. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of experience in H&H or water resources engineering and advanced proficiency in HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D) modeling. You should enjoy working on diverse projects in an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and professional growth. In this mid-to-senior level role, you will provide technical leadership to a small team and excel at client engagement and business development in a consulting setting.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing hydrology & hydraulics projects from planning through completion for public and private clients, ensuring high-quality deliverables and client satisfaction.
• Mentoring and supervising a team of junior and mid-level water resources staff, fostering their development, and maintaining a collaborative team environment.
• Performing and overseeing complex hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using tools such as HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D) for flood studies, stormwater management, and related civil infrastructure projects.
• Reviewing and approving technical reports, models, designs, and calculations to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and adherence to industry best practices.
• Presenting findings and technical recommendations to clients and stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights during meetings and reports.
• Maintaining and developing strong client relationships by delivering excellent work and responsiveness, and supporting business development through identifying opportunities, assisting with proposals, and leveraging your network.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (civil engineers, environmental scientists, etc.) and coordinating with regulatory agencies to facilitate project permitting and compliance.
• Upholding EnSafe’s safety culture in all project activities – ensuring that “safety is part of everything we do” for both our team and our clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field (ABET-accredited). A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in hydrology, hydraulics, or water resources engineering (consulting experience preferred), including a history of project management and team leadership.
• Technical Skills: Direct expertise with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D) modeling software is required. Familiarity with related tools (e.g., GIS, StormCAD, SWMM, or other hydrologic/hydraulic models) and engineering design software are a plus.
• Project Domain Knowledge: Experience in civil/horizontal infrastructure projects (e.g., stormwater drainage, flood control, watershed management) within the environmental consulting domain. Understanding of applicable regulations and permitting (such as FEMA floodplain considerations) is beneficial.
• Leadership & Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, mentor junior staff, and manage multiple priorities. A collaborative approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience preparing reports and delivering presentations to clients or public stakeholders.
• Client Focus: Strong people skills with the ability to maintain and grow client relationships. Experience supporting business development or having an existing network of client contacts is highly desirable.
• Availability: Willingness to occasionally travel to project sites or client meetings as needed. Ability to start promptly and meet project deadlines.

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage: EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness: The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose‑Driven Work: EnSafe’s mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility.
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service: Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that “safety is part of everything we do.”
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership: At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path. Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
• Challenging, Creative Work: Workdays at EnSafe are fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, or association with a person on the basis of one or more of the foregoing.

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