Assistant Water Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for Clean Water Modellers at their Edinburgh office. The role involves developing computer models, analyzing data, and supporting projects related to water management. Candidates should have a relevant degree and a keen interest in environmental sustainability, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Training is provided for those new to the role, making it an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic team focused on impactful projects.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly employment policies

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• An interest in the water environment and sustainability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Desire to learn and work towards a professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Development of computer models to investigate problems.
• Analysis of data and support for project reports.
• Undertake site surveys and field tests.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

BSc/BEng/MEng degree in engineering, geography, GIS, or related field

Mathematics and English at GCSE/SN5 or equivalent Grade C

Tools

Infoworks Pro

GIS software (MapInfo/ArcGIS)

Job description

Due to continued growth in the workload of our successful Water business, we seek to recruit Clean Water Modellers to our Edinburgh office. The successful candidate will join a team of geographers, GIS specialists and engineers and play a key role in delivering to a range of Clients including Water Companies, Local Authorities, developers with the potential to get involved with International projects.

The Networks and Drainage team carries out a range of projects related to water, including the outline design of water supply networks and trunk mains. This typically involves undertaking feasibility studies/projects using computer modelling, analysis to support operational and environmental recommendations or other interventions. The successful candidate may be required as part of a team to undertake small field test which involves the deployment of logging equipment at key locations on the water network to collate flow and pressure information.

Experience/Awareness of network modelling, field testing and civil engineering would be advantageous but not essential as full on the job training will be provided.

Your Purpose:

• Development of computer models to investigate problems and generation of outline solutions.
• Analysis of data.
• Support development of reports and other project deliverables.
• Undertake site surveys and walkovers.
• Undertake small field tests throughout the country as part of a team.
• Prepare (and adhere to) health and safety risk assessments.

Advantageous:

• Any prior experience of similar work in areas such as water and drainage.
• Experience of Infoworks Pro software.
• Understanding of the water cycle.
• Geographic information systems (MapInfo/ArcGIS).
• Visual Basic or other programming skills (e.g. Python).
• Knowledge and experience of computer modelling principles.

What you can bring:

Qualifications:

• BSc/BEng/MEng degree level, engineering, geography, GIS, Science related subject or equivalent considered.
• Consideration will be given to HNC, HND level qualification in similar subjects. (Opportunities to work towards qualifications) can be discussed and supported for the right candidate.
• Mathematics and English at GCSE/SN5 or equivalent (or higher) Grade C.

Essential:

• An interest in the water environment and sustainability and desire to apply your skills to the challenges the water environment faces.
• Team player.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication Skills – oral and written.
• Proactive self-starter.
• Desire to learn and develop technically and work towards a professional qualification.
• UK driving licence.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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