Water Resources Engineer

EnSafe; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EnSafe is seeking a Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer to join our team in one of several office locations, including Houston, TX. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of experience in hydrology/hydraulics or water resources engineering and strong modeling skills (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS 1D/2D).

You will lead projects, mentor staff, and engage clients while helping grow our business in a collaborative, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or Environmental Engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Experience: minimum of 10 years in hydrology, hydraulics, or water resources engineering, with project management and leadership experience.
• Strong communication, client-relations, and ability to lead multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead hydrology & hydraulics projects from planning through completion for public and private clients.
• Mentor and supervise junior and mid-level staff, fostering collaboration and growth.
• Perform complex hydrologic/hydraulic analyses using HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D).
• Review reports, models, and designs for accuracy, regulatory compliance, and best practices.
• Present findings to clients and stakeholders; support business development and client engagement.

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 an analytical person and analytical thinker 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.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In this position, you will:

• 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’s 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.

SKILLS/EXPIRATION

Minimum Skills and Requirements: Education & Licensure:

• 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 (position is open for immediate hire) 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.
• 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 ... 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.
• Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary, 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.