Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking Hydraulic Modellers to manage flood risk management projects. The role involves hydraulic modelling, data analysis, and collaboration with various teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in industry-standard modelling software, and a commitment to professional development. The position offers flexible work arrangements, benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Fantastic work-life balance

24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10

Medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance at 4x salary

Professional membership fees

Qualifications

• 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 flooding applications.
• Sound knowledge and experience of industry-standard software for model development.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software.
• Analyzing, managing, and interpreting data using GIS software and analytical tools.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Data analysis and interpretation

GIS software knowledge

Mentoring skills

Education

Degree/MEng/MSc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics or a related discipline

Tools

Flood Modeller

Tuflow

InfoWorks

ArcGIS

MapInfo

QGIS

R

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 modular 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.

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.
• Analyzing, 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.

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 team’s 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.
• Life assurance at 4x salary.
• Professional membership fees and CPD.

Our Values

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 maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering programme, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Recruitment Experience

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.