Water Resources Hydrogeologist — Engineer

MBC Talent Connections; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) profit-sharing

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

Job summary

MBC Talent Connections is seeking a Water Resources Hydrogeologist/Engineer for a hybrid role based in Houston, TX, with Austin as an alternative. You will support water resources projects across Texas and nearby states, handling planning, design, and reporting through the full project life cycle.

You will build groundwater models, prepare sustainability plans, and contribute to fieldwork and client communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 3+ years of hydrogeology or water resources engineering experience.
• Experience with MODFLOW, ArcGIS, and data management.
• Strong communication and ability to work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop groundwater models and water balances for supply assessments.
• Prepare groundwater sustainability plans and water resource studies.
• Conduct fieldwork including site visits and data collection.
• Support proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and reporting.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent work capability

Project collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, hydrology, geology, earth sciences, or a related field

Master's degree

Tools

MODFLOW

ArcGIS

Python

Data visualization

Technical writing

Job description

Water Resources Hydrogeologist / Engineer

Houston, TX (Austin, TX also ideal) | Full-Time, hybrid
Candidates elsewhere in Texas or in other locations may be considered.

Your Opportunity

Help shape how communities and clients manage their water. You'll join an employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm and support water resources projects in Texas, Colorado, California, and other states. Your work will span the full project life cycle: planning, feasibility, design, implementation, and completion. You'll report to a Team Leader.

What You'll Do

Technical Analysis

• Build hydrogeologic conceptual models, water balances, and numerical models to assess groundwater availability

Reports and Planning

• Prepare groundwater sustainability plans, water supply assessments, urban water management plans, water transfer studies, and conservation programs
• Write clear reports and presentations that make complex technical issues easy to understand

Fieldwork

• Support site visits, water level and quality data collection, well installation, and aquifer testing

Project Support

• Assist project managers and senior staff with proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and progress reports
• Take on other related duties as needed

What You Bring

Required

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, hydrology, geology, earth sciences, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience as a hydrogeologist or engineer on water resources projects
• Working knowledge of numerical groundwater modeling (e.g., MODFLOW), water resources planning, groundwater availability investigations, data management and visualization, ArcGIS, and technical writing
• Strong written and verbal communication with colleagues, clients, subconsultants, regulators, and the public
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate across teams
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and commitment to continuous learning

Preferred

• Master's degree
• Active Texas licensure or certification: PG, PE, GIT, or EIT
• Python proficiency
• Familiarity with Texas groundwater regulations, water data sources, groundwater availability models, and regional water planning
• OSHA HAZWOPER training

Work Environment and Travel

Work Environment

• Fast-paced, with a high volume of work and frequent short deadlines
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
• Extended periods of sitting or standing

Travel

• Occasional travel, up to 20% of the time, including possible overnight trips for client meetings and site visits
• Valid driver's license required

Compensation and Benefits

Pay and Growth

• Competitive compensation with incentive bonuses
• Career advancement and strong training opportunities

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage