Flood Modeller

MEC Consulting Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy is seeking a talented Flood Modeller to join their expanding Flood Risk and Drainage team. This hybrid role is based in Leicester, Birmingham, or Nottingham. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in hydrology and hydraulic modelling, contributing to varied infrastructure projects aimed at managing flood risk and promoting sustainable designs. You will engage with both public and private sector clients, undertaking modelling and designing drainage systems while preparing technical reports and project proposals.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in hydraulic modelling (1D / 2D) and flood risk management.
• Knowledge of hydrology methods (FEH, ReFH, WinFAP).

Responsibilities

• Undertake hydraulic flood modelling to assess flood risk.
• Develop and calibrate hydraulic models.
• Provide input into the design of sustainable drainage systems.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Flood risk management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Environmental Engineering

Degree in Hydrology

Tools

HEC-RAS

Flood Modeller

TUFLOW

ArcGIS

QGIS

Causeway Flow

Job description

We are seeking a talented Flood Modeller to join our expanding Flood Risk and Drainage team. This role can be hybrid and based out of our offices in either Leicester, Birmingham, or Nottingham, however Leicester is preferred.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in hydrology and hydraulic modelling to support a wide range of flood risk, drainage, and infrastructure projects. You will be working on both public and private sector developments, contributing to innovative solutions that help manage flood risk and promote sustainable design.

MEC is a multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy, delivering services for private and public sector projects across residential, commercial, industrial, retail, leisure, education, and healthcare. Operating nationally from offices in Birmingham, Brighton, Leicester and Nottingham, we provide expert guidance for a wide range of clients.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake hydraulic flood modelling to assess flood risk and inform development proposals.
• Develop and calibrate hydraulic models using software such as HEC-RAS.
• Provide input into the design of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and mitigation measures.
• Analyse rainfall, river flow, and hydrological data to inform project outputs.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and regulatory bodies (including the Environment Agency).
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports and deliverables.
• Contribute to project proposals and bids as required.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in hydraulic modelling (1D / 2D) and flood risk management.
• Proficiency with hydraulic modelling software (Flood Modeller, TUFLOW, or similar).
• Knowledge of hydrology methods (FEH, ReFH, WinFAP).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.

Desirable

• Support the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), Surface Water Management Plans, and Drainage Strategies.
• Progress towards chartership (CEng, IEng, or CIWEM).
• Experience with GIS packages (ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo).
• Knowledge of drainage design software; Causeway Flow.
• Previous consultancy experience in the UK water or infrastructure sector.