Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking experienced Hydraulic Modellers to work on high-profile flood risk programmes. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and experience in hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software. The role includes responsibilities in mentoring, technical report writing, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a good work-life balance with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Excellent work-life balance

24 days holiday plus additional options

Comprehensive medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Life assurance

Professional membership fees support

Qualifications

• Degree (MEng/MSc) in a related discipline required.
• Professional registration or pursuit of chartered status preferred.
• Experience with river, urban, and coastal flooding applications.
• Proficient in industry standard modelling software essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and calibrate hydraulic models using Flood Modeller.
• Analyse GIS data and apply analytical tools for modelling.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for client outcomes.
• Write and validate technical reports and deliverables.

Skills

1D and 2D hydraulic modelling

GIS Data Analysis

Analytical Skills

Mentoring

R Programming

Python Programming

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or related

Tools

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW

ArcGIS

QGIS

InfoWorks

Job description

Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management) – Jacobs, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Jacobs is globally recognised for solving critical problems in water infrastructure. We are expanding our Water Catchment Management business and seek experienced Hydraulic Modellers to join our UK team, working on high‑profile flood risk programmes for leading water companies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate, and interpret 1D and 1D/2D hydraulic models using Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, InfoWorks, HEC‑RAS.
• Analyse and manage GIS data (ArcGIS, MapInfo, QGIS) and apply analytical tools (R, Python) to support modelling work.
• Challenge assumptions and contribute innovative ideas to improve solutions for clients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes and ensure technical excellence.
• Write, review, and validate complex technical reports and deliverables.
• Mentor colleagues and support professional development within the team.
• Peer‑review calculations and technical deliverables to maintain high quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree (MEng/MSc) in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics or a closely related discipline.
• Professional registration or pursuit of chartered status with ICE or CIWEM preferred.
• Experience implementing 1D and 2D modelling for river, urban, and coastal flooding applications.
• Proficient in industry standard software – Flood Modeller, TUFLOW (including InfoWorks ICM) – for model development, calibration, and interrogation.
• Demonstrated technical assurance of modelling outputs and hydrological calculations.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with GIS and scripting (R, Python).
• Ability to mentor peers and contribute to team growth and development.

Benefits

• Excellent work‑life balance with flexible working options.
• 24 days holiday plus the option to purchase 10 additional days.
• Comprehensive medical cover and Digital GP services.
• Fertility and family‑planning support.
• Enhanced parental leave pay and pension contributions.
• Life assurance at 4× salary.
• Professional membership fees and CPD support.

Inclusive Recruitment

We welcome applications from disabled candidates, those seeking flexible working arrangements, or from individuals who may not meet all listed requirements. Our disability‑confident policy means we interview disabled candidates who best meet the role’s criteria. We also provide reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process – please contact Careers Support for assistance.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for culture and client delivery. Our hybrid working policy gives you the flexibility to split your week between Jacobs offices, project sites, and remote locations.