Senior Environmental Data Scientist & Hydrologist — Hybrid Working

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Environmental Data Scientist/Hydrologist to lead projects in hydrology. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science and have considerable experience in coding with Python or R. Responsibilities include overseeing hydrological models, creating flow estimation models, and liaising with clients. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits focused on work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Healthcare plan

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Considerable experience of coding, particularly using Python and/or R.
• Demonstrable experience of developing machine learning models for environmental data.
• Experience in a hydrological or water-centric environmental science role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of hydrological models using various software platforms.
• Create flow estimation, flood estimation, and catchment models.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders across public and private sectors.

Skills

Coding in Python

Machine learning models

Handling complex data sets

Outstanding communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

UK Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

UK Master’s Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

Qube

CERF

FEH Flood Modelling Suite

ReFH2

WINFAP5

Job description

An innovative consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Environmental Data Scientist/Hydrologist to lead projects in hydrology. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Science and have considerable experience in coding with Python or R. Responsibilities include overseeing hydrological models, creating flow estimation models, and liaising with clients. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits focused on work-life balance.