Hydrologist (All Levels - Uk Wide)

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Belfast, Northern Ireland is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Partner to join their Water team. You will support projects and provide technical expertise in water resource management. The ideal candidate has strong experience in water resource studies and software skills in R and Python. This position offers a supportive work environment with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global giving and volunteering programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in conducting Water Resource Studies.
• Ability to use R/RStudio and Python for data analysis.
• Sound knowledge of hydraulic analysis using CIRIA methods.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in the Hydrology Team.
• Interface with stakeholders on technical matters.
• Support project teams in planning and tender processes.
• Write and review technical reports.

Skills

Experience in Water Resource Studies

Experience in R/RStudio and Python

Knowledge of hydraulic analysis

Knowledge of hydrometry

Strong hydrology software skills

Tools

Qube

LowFlows 2

Job description

Jacobs Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner | Water @ Jacobs | UK & Ireland

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

With roles available at multiple levels, you will join our 2000 strong Water and Environment team, delivering sustainable, resilient solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients including the Environment Agency, Lead Local Flood Authorities, Utility Companies, National Highways Agencies, National Rail Companies and Airports.

• Play a key role in the growth and capability footprint of the Hydrology Team.
• Stakeholder interface across all technical and commercial matters.
• Support of project teams, including coordinating planning and tender (preparing schedule and scope of works).
• Provide technical expertise for hydrological studies including FRM, EIAs, Reservoir engineering, Low Flow, and Water Resources studies.
• Continuously develop Subject Matter Expertise in the application of UK Flood hydrologic analysis in line with the Flood Estimation Handbook "FEH".
• Proactively contribute to the ongoing development of a supportive team environment, taking an active role in the mentoring and professional development of colleagues.
• Check and review calculations and technical deliverables.
• Write and review technical reports.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Experience in Water Resource Studies.
• Experience in the use of R/RStudio and Python for data analysis and visualisation.
• A sound knowledge of hydraulic analysis of culverts/bridges using CIRIA methods.
• Knowledge of hydrometry.
• Strong hydrology software skills such as Qube, LowFlows 2.
• A track record in developing (or a desire to develop your skills in) the professional development of peers and colleagues.

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.

We are a disability‑confident employer and welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.