Coastal Modeller

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Coastal Modeller to join their innovative research team. This role focuses on advancing coastal and river engineering solutions, contributing to impactful research and development initiatives. The successful candidate will engage in diverse projects aimed at addressing climate change challenges and enhancing environmental resilience. With a commitment to integrity and creativity, this position offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will shape the future of engineering solutions. If you're passionate about making a difference and driving research forward, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Robust pension plan

Disability and life insurance

Office closure at the end of December

Relocation assistance

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in coastal and river engineering research.
• Strong background in numerical modelling and data analysis.
• Proven project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to coastal engineering and water resources research.
• Engage with clients and partners for project development.
• Deliver modeling and technical services in multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Numerical Modelling

Hydrodynamics

Data Analysis

Project Management

Programming (Python, MATLAB)

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate degree in Civil Engineering

Ph.D. in related fields

Tools

GIS Software

MATLAB

Python

FORTRAN

C++

Job description

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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit: Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering

Classification: RO

Duration: 5 Years

Work Arrangements:

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense

At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

The Role

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for a Coastal Modeller to support our Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering (OCRE) Research Centre. The Coastal Modeller would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

NRC-OCRE supports a broad cross-section of industry sectors by developing creative and practical solutions to engineering challenges in rivers, lakes, and marine environments. We provide expertise and tools to identify, adapt, and integrate advanced solutions into systems that improve the performance and safety of ocean, coastal, and marine operations, meet the challenges of climate change, and protect infrastructure, property and people from severe weather events and other environmental risks.

NRC-OCRE is seeking to hire a Coastal Modeller to contribute to coastal engineering, coastal hazards, river engineering and/or water resources engineering research being conducted as part of our Climate-Resilient Built Environment initiative. The primary responsibility of the role will be to contribute to the achievement of NRC-OCRE’s goals of impactful Research & Development (R&D) by delivering modeling, technologies, and innovations through our broad spectrum of engineering research activities. The Coastal Modeller will also be expected to contribute to the development of capabilities, processes, and standards to advance and maximize the impact of our work. The successful candidate will be expected to be involved in client and partner engagement, proposal development, project management, dissemination of research, and technical services delivery. The position requires background and skills in some of the following areas: surface water hydraulics/hydrodynamics, numerical modelling of physical processes in coastal and/or riverine environments (waves, hydrodynamics, and sediment transport), coastal engineering, coastal processes, river engineering, riverine processes, flood/erosion risk management, physical modelling, nature-based solutions, climate science and modelling, data analysis and interpretation, and project management

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Graduate degree (MSc or MAppSc) from a recognized institution in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, Coastal, or Ocean Engineering or Geosciences.

A Ph.D. in Civil, Environmental, Water Resources, Coastal, or Ocean Engineering or Geosciences is considered an asset.

An equivalency may be considered for candidates who are 6 months to completing a Masters with experience in coastal, river or water resources engineering.

• Experience in directing or overseeing the application of engineering and applied science principles, including problem and constraint identification, streamlined problem-solving approaches, modelling and simulation, analysis, and clear and effective dissemination of technical findings to a range of audiences through written and oral forms of communication (e.g., reports, presentations).
• Experience in engagement/marketing activities, and/or in the development and management of effective partnerships and collaborations.
• Experience with numerical modelling or physical modelling, and analysis to provide solutions to a variety of topics related to coastal, river and/or water resource engineering challenges including flood and erosion hazard assessment and management, wave impacts on shorelines and infrastructure, performance of hydraulic structures, water quality assessment and risk management, and climate change impacts assessment and adaptation.
• Experience in numerical modelling of riverine and/or coastal physical processes (e.g., hydrodynamics, waves, sediment transport, water quality), and application of programming for data processing/analysis.
• Experience in programming techniques, data collection and analysis in Geographic Information System (GIS) software to support coastal/river/water resources engineering analysis.
• Experience in executing technical projects, proposal development, project management, and working in multidisciplinary teams.

Experience refers to at least three (3) years of experience.

Condition of Employment

A thorough security clearance process will be applied.
For a Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Advanced skills in oral and written communication in English, writing clear and concise proposals, reports, conference papers and/or journal papers and effectively communicating results to clients and/or at scientific conferences.
• Understanding of project management principles, practices, tools, and techniques required to complete assigned project tasks on time, within budget, and with the desired quality and impact.
• Knowledge of the principles of fluid mechanics, coastal engineering, river engineering, water resources, coastal and/or riverine physical processes (hydrodynamics, water quality, and sediment transport).
• Solid knowledge of the principal numerical models to investigate a diverse range of problems related to coastal engineering, river engineering and/or water resources engineering.
• Knowledge of the theory of numerical modelling and physical modelling to investigate a diverse range of problems related to coastal engineering, river engineering, water resources, and water quality.
• Knowledge of applying statistical methods to support coastal and/or water resources engineering (e.g., hydrological frequency analysis, hypothesis testing, extreme value analysis).
• Knowledge of applying computer programming (e.g., MATLAB, Python, FORTRAN, C++) and GIS software to read, process, analyze, and write geospatial data.
  
• Management services - Organizational and environmental awareness (Level 2)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
• Research - Creative thinking (Level 3)
• Research - Results orientation (Level 2)

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the JRO/AsRO level, which is an early-career level position and the salary range is $63,470 to $114,354.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC),recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada, persons with an Open Work Permit or Indigenous people living in the United States. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number ( 23803 ) to:

Closing Date: 19 May 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.