Junior Engineer - Hydraulic Modeller

AECOM Philippines; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life, AD&D, and disability benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AECOM Philippines is seeking a Hydraulic Modeller to develop, update and verify hydraulic network models using InfoWorks ICM or similar software. You will support catchment and local network assessments for foul, storm, and combined sewers, review data, run scenarios, and deliver technical outputs for project teams across time zones.

Excellent communication in English, strong analytical skills, and collaboration across disciplines are essential as you contribute to process improvements and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology, GIS, Geography, or related discipline.
• Relevant professional development or membership is beneficial.
• Experience in hydraulic, drainage, flood risk, hydrology, hydraulic modelling, GIS, or related water infra work.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic modelling software, preferably InfoWorks ICM.
• Ability to interpret GIS data, asset records, rainfall, and flow monitoring data.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing model inputs/outputs.
• Clear written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to work across time zones and follow project standards/workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, calibrate, and verify hydraulic network models using InfoWorks ICM or similar software.
• Support catchment-level and local network assessments for foul, storm, and combined sewer systems.
• Run model scenarios and analyze outputs including flood volumes, spill volumes, surcharge results, capacity constraints, and network performance.
• Support model build and maintenance activities including GIS data review, system checks, sub-catchment analysis, area take-off, and asset validation.
• Prepare hydraulic layers, maps, model outputs, and technical deliverables for senior staff review.
• Review rainfall, flow monitoring, asset, GIS, SCADA, EDM, CCTV, and survey data to support modelling assessments.
• Prepare technical notes, figures, maps, and supporting documentation in clear English for project teams and client reviewers.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental specialists, GIS specialists, and survey teams to deliver integrated hydraulic and drainage solutions.
• Contribute to modelling process improvement, standard workflows, and consistent project documentation.
• Raise data gaps, model confidence issues, delivery risks, and technical queries promptly for review.

Skills

Analytical thinking

English communication

Collaboration across time zones

GIS data interpretation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional body membership beneficial

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

QGIS

ArcGIS

MapInfo

AutoCAD

MicroStation

HEC-RAS

TUFLOW

Flood Modeller Pro

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Develop, update, calibrate, and verify hydraulic network models using InfoWorks ICM or similar software.
• Support catchment-level and local network assessments for foul, storm, and combined sewer systems.
• Run model scenarios and analyze outputs including flood volumes, spill volumes, surcharge results, capacity constraints, and network performance.
• Support model build and maintenance activities such as GIS data review, system checks, sub-catchment analysis, area take-off, and asset validation.
• Prepare hydraulic layers, maps, model outputs, and structured technical deliverables for senior staff review.
• Review and interpret rainfall, flow monitoring, asset, GIS, SCADA, EDM, CCTV, and survey data to support modelling assessments.
• Prepare technical notes, figures, maps, and supporting documentation in clear English for project teams and client reviewers.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, environmental specialists, GIS specialists, and survey teams to deliver integrated hydraulic and drainage solutions.
• Contribute to modelling process improvement, standard workflows, and consistent project documentation.
• Raise data gaps, model confidence issues, delivery risks, and technical queries promptly for review.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology, GIS, Geography, or related discipline.
• Relevant professional development, technical training, or membership of a recognized engineering or water-related professional body is beneficial.
• Experience in hydraulic, drainage, flood risk, hydrology, hydraulic modelling, GIS, or related water infrastructure work.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic modelling software, preferably InfoWorks ICM.
• Ability to interpret GIS data, asset records, rainfall, and flow monitoring data.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing model inputs and outputs.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively across time zones and follow agreed project standards, workflows, and review processes.
• Desirable experience includes exposure to UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, or other international water industry projects; flood risk assessment; CSO/SWO assessment; development impact assessment; hydraulic asset planning; and experience with QGIS, ArcGIS, MapInfo, InfoAsset, AutoCAD, MicroStation, HEC-RAS, TUFLOW, Flood Modeller Pro, or similar tools.
• Awareness of water company modelling standards, integrated catchment planning, storm overflow reduction, or drainage area planning is also desirable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits and perks.
• Flexible work options and well-being resources.
• Employee assistance program and business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

Training & Development

Employees have access to award-winning training and development programs designed to expand technical expertise and leadership skills, supporting career growth and ambitions.

Career Progression

Opportunities to work on groundbreaking projects locally and globally, with resources and expert networks to make a real impact and build a fulfilling career.