Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking Hydraulic Modellers for their Belfast office to support major Flood Risk Management projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in hydraulic modelling and be proficient in industry-standard software. They will play a key role in developing innovative solutions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This full-time position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global volunteering programs

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for flood applications.
• Knowledge of industry standard software for model development.
• Ability to mentor and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydraulic modelling for flood risk management.
• Analyze and interpret data using GIS software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Data analysis using GIS software

Technical report writing

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, or Mathematics

Tools

Flood Modeller

Tuflow

ArcGIS

Job description

Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

Jacobs Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Are you ready to shape the future of water infrastructure while advancing your career? Due to significant growth across our Water Catchment Management business, we’re looking for talented Hydraulic Water Modellers to join our team in Ireland, supporting major frameworks with leading water companies delivering some of the largest Flood Risk Management frameworks ever seen.

Alongside playing a key role in the development of our innovative solutions and products, including Flood Modeller, the market‑leading flow modelling solution, you will be integral to the delivery of programmes that protect the environment, reduce flood risk, and bring lasting value to communities. From early planning to detailed design and delivery, your work will span the full project lifecycle giving you exposure to technically diverse and impactful projects designed to protect future generations.

With experience in 1D and 1D‑2D hydraulic modelling for a wide scope of projects involving river, coastal, and surface water modelling for flood mapping studies, surface water management plans, flood strategies, and other flood management projects, you will work on and lead projects covering all aspects of modelling including flood risk, reservoir safety and design, water resources, coastal, fluvial and urban flooding using industry tools.

This is your chance to make a real difference locally and globally while building a career you’re proud of.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic modelling using industry standard software (Flood Modeller, Tuflow, InfoWorks, HEC‑RAS) for model development, calibration, interpretation, and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
• Analysing, managing, and interpreting data using GIS software (ArcGIS, MapInfo, QGIS) and analytical tools (R and Python).
• Contributing your own innovative ideas, challenging the norm, and helping us all deliver better solutions for our clients.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.
• Write, develop, and review complex technical reports.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment with active involvement in mentoring and professional development.
• Peer review and checking of calculations and technical deliverables.

Qualifications

• Degree/Meng/MSc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Keen to achieve or already chartered status with an appropriate Professional Body (preferably ICE or CIWEM).
• Experience in implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for river, urban, and coastal flooding applications.
• Sound knowledge and experience of industry standard software, such as Flood Modeller and Tuflow (InfoWorks ICM river, drainage and 2D modelling) for model development, calibration, interpretation, and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
• Experience of technical assurance of modelling outputs.
• Demonstrable experience of hydrological calculations.
• Ability to mentor colleagues and peers, supporting personal, skill, and career development, ensuring the continued growth of the team’s capability footprint.

Benefits

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

Equal Employment Opportunity

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply and will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected status.