Urban Drainage Modellers, Hydraulic Modelling - Assistant to Principal

AtkinsRéalis; Colton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks Urban Drainage Modellers to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. You will develop computer models, analyze data, and manage a technical team while enjoying flexible working conditions. Ideal candidates will have experience in wastewater modelling and a relevant degree. Join a collaborative environment committed to engineering better for clients and the planet.

Benefits

Flexible working policies

Professional development opportunities

Diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
• Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects.
• For more senior roles, experience in model build and verification.

Responsibilities

• Development of computer models to investigate water network issues.
• Support in the development of reports and other project deliverables.
• Work on feasibility studies using computer analysis.

Skills

Wastewater modelling

Data analysis

Client advisory

Technical innovation

Report writing

Education

BSc/BEng/MEng degree in geography or related field

HNC/HND level qualifications

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

ICM Exchange

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting Urban Drainage Modellers across our UK offices to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team delivering to a range of clients, with opportunities for flexible and remote working where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Development of computer models to investigate water network issues and investment needs and generation of outline solutions.
• Analysis of data.
• Support development of engineering solutions and advise clients to help them make better asset investment decisions.
• Support development of reports and other project deliverables.
• Prepare (and adhere to) health and safety risk assessments.
• Support in the development of tender responses and fee estimates at higher grades.
• Supervising and developing staff and providing guidance to support their professional development at higher grades.
• Contributing towards technical innovation.
• Work on feasibility studies, using computer analysis to support flooding and environmental improvement projects, site visits and liaison with clients, contractors, stakeholders and other professional bodies.
• Output typically in short reports outlining the approach taken and findings from the investigation.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
• Experience in wastewater modelling and distribution networks.
• Building and calibrating network models.
• Using network models for planning, operational and solution development purposes.
• Experience with InfoWorks ICM (or CS) and other modelling software.
• For more senior roles, experience in model build and verification, hydraulic and water quality analysis, catchment planning, DWMP, solution development and technical leadership, to match the position.
• Expertise using InfoWorks ICM and ICM Exchange.
• Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects.
• Ability to check the work of others to provide quality assurance and drive continuous improvement for clients.
• Implementation of industry-leading solutions and development of innovative solutions.
• Management and technical supervision of a team of wastewater modellers.
• Supervision of report writing and check and review of outputs.
• Desirable qualifications: BSc/BEng/MEng degree in geography, GIS, science, engineering or related subject; professional qualifications at senior levels.
• Technician roles require HNC/HND level qualifications with opportunities to work towards further qualifications.

About AtkinsRéalis

Work with AtkinsRéalis to make the world’s outlook brighter and healthier.

We’re proud of the diverse, collaborative environment and the opportunities to grow within our Networks & Drainage Solutions team. We offer flexible and remote working policies to help you balance life and work. Our UK Water business serves clients across the UK and internationally, including water companies, local authorities, highways/rail authorities, and developers. We are recruiting Urban Drainage Modellers to support client requirements, with offices across the UK as potential home locations.

Our teams include engineers, modellers, geographers, GIS specialists and technicians delivering water and wastewater infrastructure services, drainage design, SuDS and surface water management. We are committed to engineering better for people and the planet and support diverse talent through active employee networks and community programs. AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives.