Hydrology Data Scientist Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

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/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills and Requirements: Education & Licensure:

• 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.
• 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 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.

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