Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol is seeking a Hydraulic Modeller to lead projects in Flood Risk Management. The role involves hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software, data analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in flooding applications. The company offers fantastic work-life balance, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fantastic work-life balance

24 days holiday + option to buy 10 more

Medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance at 4x salary

Professional membership fees and CPD

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic modelling using industry software for model development and interpretation.
• Analysing data using GIS and other analytical tools.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.

Skills

1D and 1D-2D hydraulic modelling

GIS software usage

Technical report writing

Mentoring and development

Education

Degree/Meng/Msc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics

Tools

Flood Modeller

Tuflow

InfoWorks

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python

Job description

Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

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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 UK-based teams, 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 road modelling solution, you will be integral to the delivery of programmes that protect the environment, reduce flood risk bringing 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.

Remit and 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.

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Here’s what you’ll need

• 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, skills and career development, ensuring the continued growth of the teams capability footprint.

What We Offer

• ⌚ Fantastic work-life balance and flexibility
• 🏖️ 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days
• ⚕️ Medical cover and Digital GP
• 👶 Fertility healthcare and family planning
• 👨👩👧👦 Enhanced parental leave pay
• 👵 Enhanced pension contributions
• 4️⃣ Life assurance at 4x salary
• 💼 Professional membership fees and CPD

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.

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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

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