Lead Engineer - Flood Modelling

AtkinsRéalis Group; Mumbai; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Hybrid work

Relocation support

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is recruiting an experienced Water/Hydrology Engineer in Mumbai to lead integrated water management projects for UK and international clients. You will build and refine 1D/2D hydraulic models, provide FRA inputs for planning, and direct a small team, ensuring high-quality outputs.

The role requires Chartered status progression, strong GIS skills, and fluency in English for reporting and client communications. Hybrid work options and relocation support are available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field with 8–15 years in water industry.
• Experience in 2D modelling using TUFLOW.
• Experience in 1D-2D modelling with FMP-TUFLOW, ESTRY-TUFLOW, Infoworks ICM for UK clients.
• Leading flood modelling projects and managing a small team.
• Producing Flood Risk Assessments (FRA) inputs for planning.
• Proficiency in GIS tools including QGIS, MapInfo, ArcGIS, and open-source GIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver integrated water management projects.
• Collaborate with international clients and teams.
• Contribute to modelling, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team leadership

Organization & time management

Flexibility

International experience

Proactive attitude

Coding (R, VBA, Python)

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Master's in Water Management/Hydrology

Tools

TUFLOW 2D

FMP-TUFLOW

ESTRY-TUFLOW

Infoworks ICM

QGIS

MapInfo

ArcGIS

Job description

Job Description Overview

Water Management Consultancy (WMC) is a key part of the Infrastructure division within AtkinsR alis Water and Environment Business. Serving both UK and international clients, our projects span flood defence, hydraulic structures, ports, and maritime engineering. The WMC team brings together a diverse range of expertise, including river and coastal engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, dam engineering, hydraulic gates, and maritime engineering.

In this role, youll be instrumental in delivering a variety of projects, with a particular emphasis on integrated water management. This includes hydrodynamic catchment modelling, sustainable drainage, water-sensitive urban design, river restoration, software development, research, and client and stakeholder engagement. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking technical challenges and looking to contribute to advanced, industry-leading projects.

Your role

• Be highly motivated, proactive, and possess a "can-do" attitude.
• Be skilled in collaborative working, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Be flexible and open to new challenges.
• International experience.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards Chartership.
• Proficiency in coding/programming (R, VBA, Python) is a plus.

About you

• A strong academic background with a degree in Civil Engineering and/or a master s degree in Water Management/Hydrology, with 8 to 15 years of experience in the water industry.
• Experience in 2D modelling using TUFLOW.
• Significant experience with 1D-2D modelling using FMP-TUFLOW, ESTRY-TUFLOW, Infoworks ICM, especially with UK clients.
  Build, refine and analyse hydraulic models (1D, 2D, and 1D2D) to represent river channels, floodplains, and potentially pipe networks.
• Experience in leading flood modelling projects and managing a small team.
• Provide modelling inputs and analysis to support the production of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for planning applications.
• Perform sensitivity testing to quantify uncertainty in model parameters and components.
• Proficiency in GIS, including QGIS, MapInfo, ArcGIS, and open-source GIS tools.
• An understanding of the overall fluvial model development process.
• Experience in undertaking Flood Risk Assessments and developing drainage strategies.
• Familiarity with FEH (Flood Estimation Handbook) methods.
• Working towards achieving Chartered status.
• Ability to produce clear and concise technical reports in English.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with colleagues and clients via video conferencing.
• Adherence to quality procedures and maintaining high standards in your work.
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills and work procedures.

Reward benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsR alis

Were AtkinsR alis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. Were committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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