Hydraulic Modeller

Avove Utilities; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Company pension

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Volunteering days

Job summary

Avove is seeking a Hydraulic Modeller to support our Design team in delivering water infrastructure projects. Based in Derby or Birmingham, eligible candidates should be able to commute to regional offices as required.

You will perform hydraulic analysis and modeling, contribute to design calculations and technical reporting, and work closely with clients and stakeholders to ensure built solutions meet project goals and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics, hydraulics and pressurised flow.
• Experience with water/wastewater infrastructure design is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Strong communication, organisation and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Use hydraulic models to assess water networks and recommend solutions to maintain or improve performance.
• Assess network impacts and maintain water supply during commissioning activities.
• Support the civil design process, delivering cost-effective and buildable solutions.
• Use hydraulic modelling to support the planning of operational activities.
• Investigate supply interruptions and commissioning issues.
• Analyse client information and produce clear recommendations and technical reports.
• Prepare and present engineering outputs, including drawings, calculations and reports.
• Work collaboratively with clients, colleagues and key stakeholders.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Fluid mechanics

Hydraulics

Water/wastewater design

Communication

Report writing

Collaboration

Health and safety

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re looking for a Hydraulic Modeller to join our Design team here at Avove.

Location: Ideally based in Derby or Birmingham, although we’ll also consider applicants who can comfortably commute to one of our regional offices.

Benefits: Enhanced annual leave and a range of family-friendly policies and benefits.

As a Hydraulic Modeller, you’ll support the delivery of water infrastructure projects as part of a multi-disciplinary design team. You’ll carry out hydraulic analysis and modelling of water networks, alongside design calculations and technical reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use hydraulic models to assess water networks and recommend solutions to maintain or improve performance.
• Assess network impacts and maintain water supply during commissioning activities.
• Support the civil design process, delivering cost-effective and buildable solutions.
• Use hydraulic modelling to support the planning of operational activities.
• Investigate supply interruptions and commissioning issues.
• Analyse client information and produce clear recommendations and technical reports.
• Prepare and present engineering outputs, including drawings, calculations and reports.
• Work collaboratively with clients, colleagues and key stakeholders.

Skills and Experience:

• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience, ideally working towards a professional qualification.
• Good knowledge of fluid mechanics, hydraulics and pressurised flow.
• Understanding of water/wastewater infrastructure design would be advantageous.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and ideally engineering software such as AutoCAD.
• Strong communication, organisational and report-writing skills.
• Collaborative, self-motivated and able to work to project deadlines.
• Client-focused approach with a strong commitment to Health and Safety.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa process. Applicants must therefore have, and maintain, an alternative right to work for the duration of employment.[HP1]

What’s in it for you?

• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
• Avove Discount Scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A selection of lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
• We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.

At Avove, we’re proud to create an environment where people can build meaningful careers, develop their skills and feel supported to reach their full potential. We invest in training and development, provide opportunities to grow, and are committed to a workplace where safety, wellbeing and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. With a strong focus on supporting our people and their families through a broad range of benefits, Avove is a place where you can feel valued, make a real impact and take the next step in your career with confidence.

About Avove

Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long‑term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high‑quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to discuss how we can support you.