Water Resources Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer

EnSafe Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-Owned ESOP

Career growth & wellness programs

Safety culture and agile problem‑solv​

Job summary

EnSafe seeks a Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer in Houston to work on a diverse portfolio for public and private clients. You will contribute technical expertise across planning, analyses, modeling, and reporting in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary project delivery, regulatory coordination, and clear communication of complex findings, with travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related ABET-accredited engineering discipline.
• EIT certification, or the ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe.
• 3-5 years of experience in hydrology, hydraulics, water resources engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience performing hydrologic and hydraulic analyses using HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D).
• Experience with floodplain analysis, stormwater management, drainage design, watershed studies, and/or flood mitigation projects.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage hydrology and hydraulics projects from planning through completion for public and private sector clients.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analyses for flood studies, drainage improvements, stormwater management systems, watershed evaluations, and related civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop and review HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS (1D/2D) models and interpret results to support engineering recommendations and design decisions.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, exhibits, and engineering documentation that meet client, regulatory, and industry standards.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, scientists, and other technical professionals to deliver multidisciplinary projects.
• Assist with project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource coordination to support successful project delivery.
• Communicate technical findings and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies in a clear and concise manner.
• Support permitting efforts and coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies as required.
• Contribute to proposal development, client relationship management, and the pursuit of new project opportunities.
• Uphold EnSafe's safety culture and commitment that "safety is part of everything we do."

Skills

Hydrology

Hydraulics

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

GIS

Data analysis

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Eng (ABET-accredited)

EIT certification or licensure track

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

StormCAD

SWMM

FEMA mapping tools

Job description

EnSafe seeks a Hydrology & Hydraulics Engineer in Houston to work on a diverse portfolio for public and private clients. You will contribute technical expertise across planning, analyses, modeling, and reporting in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary project delivery, regulatory coordination, and clear communication of complex findings, with travel to project sites as needed.