Water Resources HydrogeologistEngineer
Houston, MS - USA
Job Summary
Houston TX (Austin TX also ideal) Full-Time Professional
Candidates elsewhere in Texas or in other locations may be considered.
Help shape how communities and clients manage their water. Youll 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. Youll report to a Team Leader.
- Build hydrogeologic conceptual models water balances and numerical models to assess groundwater availability
- 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
- Support site visits water level and quality data collection well installation and aquifer testing
- Assist project managers and senior staff with proposals cost estimates schedules and progress reports
- Take on other related duties as needed
- Bachelors 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
- Masters 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
- 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
- Occasional travel up to 20% of the time including possible overnight trips for client meetings and site visits
- Valid drivers license required
- Competitive compensation with incentive bonuses
- Career advancement and strong training opportunities
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) profit-sharing
- Medical vision and dental coverage