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Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer

GFT
Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026
What You Will Do

GFT Infrastructure is seeking a Hydrology and Hydraulics Engineer (H&H Engineer) to join our Hydraulics Team in Fort Worth, Beaumont, or Houston, TX! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Fort Worth, Beaumont, or Houston,TX office.

GFT Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics Team

Joining the dams and hydraulics team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in dams and levees, advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water resources and environmental remediation project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Hydraulics Engineer (H&H Engineer) who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The Hydraulic Project Engineer will perform engineering calculations, technical studies and prepares plans and specifications for a wide variety of projects, including impact analysis, roadway drainage and master drainage plans. Provides general oversight, control, and management of H&H analysis and design tasks for a project. Perform client and project management duties. Prepares technical reports and letters.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Lead the development of drainage impact studies, master plans and engineering reports (including CLOMRS & LOMRS)
  • Lead the development of project design concepts, criteria, construction plans and reviews project documents for conformity and quality assurance
  • Work with client and other disciplines to prepare appropriate designs, as dictated by the scope of work
  • Analyze complex design problems requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures
  • Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability
  • Provide input for proposals and pursuit of new projects
  • Supervision of junior level staff
  • Makes recommendations on project staffing
  • Communicates independently with clients

Education | Experience:

What You Will Bring To Our Firm

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering is required
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
  • 4 to 10 Years of relevant experience involving H&H Projects
  • Experience with Project proposals and Presentations

What We Prefer You Bring

  • Expertise with ArcGIS, HEC-RAS (1D/2D), HEC-HMS, XP SWMM (1D/2D), AutoCAD/MicroStation (preferred)

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $90,000 - $135,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

  • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
  • Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
  • Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
  • Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000 of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Fort Worth, TX; Houston, TX; Beaumont, TX

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary : $90,000 - $135,000

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