Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management) UK Wide

Jacobs; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking Hydraulic Modellers specialized in flood risk management. This role involves hydraulically modelling flood risk using industry-standard software and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and ideally have experience with 1D/2D modelling techniques. The company offers a fantastic work-life balance, professional development support, and a hybrid working policy, welcoming diverse applicants including disabled candidates.

Benefits

Fantastic work-life balance

24 days holiday plus options

Medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Life assurance at 4x salary

Qualifications

• Experience in 1D and 2D modelling techniques for flooding applications.
• Ability to manage and interpret data effectively.
• Demonstrable experience of hydrological calculations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hydraulic modelling for flood risk using various software.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance client outcomes.
• Review and develop complex technical reports.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Data analysis using GIS

Technical report writing

Mentoring

Education

Degree/MEng/MSc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics

Tools

Flood Modeller

Tuflow

InfoWorks

ArcGIS

R

Python

Job description

Hydraulic Modellers (Flood Risk Management) UK Wide

Jacobs

Leeds

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

At Jacobs, we are challenging the future of water infrastructure by developing innovative solutions and leading large flood risk management frameworks. We seek talented Hydraulic Modellers to join our UK teams and help deliver programmes that protect communities throughout the project lifecycle.

Remit and responsibilities

• Hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software (Flood Modeller, Tuflow, InfoWorks, HEC‑RAS) for model development, calibration, interpretation and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
• Analysing, managing and interpreting data using GIS software (ArcGIS, MapInfo, QGIS) and analytical tools (R and Python).
• Contributing innovative ideas, challenging the norm, and helping deliver better solutions for our clients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver client outcomes.
• Write, develop and review complex technical reports.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment with active involvement in mentoring and professional development.
• Peer review and checking of calculations and technical deliverables.

What we need

With multiple roles being created we would be delighted to hear from candidates with the following skills and attributes:

• Degree/MEng/MSc in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• Keenness to achieve or already possessing chartered status with an appropriate professional body (preferably ICE or CIWEM).
• Experience implementing 1D and 2D modelling techniques for river, urban and coastal flooding applications.
• Sound knowledge and experience of industry standard software such as Flood Modeller and Tuflow (InfoWorks ICM) for model development, calibration, interpretation and interrogation of 1D and 1D/2D models.
• Experience in technical assurance of modelling outputs.
• Demonstrable experience of hydrological calculations.
• Ability to mentor colleagues and peers, supporting personal, skills and career development.

What We Offer

• Fantastic work‑life balance and flexibility.
• 24 days holiday plus the option to purchase an additional 10 days.
• Medical cover and Digital GP access.
• Fertility healthcare and family planning support.
• Enhanced parental leave pay.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Life assurance at 4x salary.
• Professional membership fees and CPD support.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and the hybrid working policy allows employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices, projects and remote locations. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.