[PUB-WSD] Sr Engineer / Exec Engineer / Engineer (Hydrogeology Modeller)

sggovterp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

sggovterp in Singapore seeks a Senior Engineer/Executive Engineer/Engineer (Hydrogeology) to lead development of engineering models and support water resource management. You will work in an inter-disciplinary team on data collection, numerical modelling, model calibration and knowledge-sharing, reporting findings and recommendations.

Requirements include a degree in Hydrogeology or related fields and proficiency in MODFLOW and GIS; strong analytical, writing and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in Hydrogeology, Geology, Civil / Environmental Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficiency in hydrogeological modelling software such as MODFLOW and GIS applications.
• Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis: collect and analyse data from boreholes, hydraulic tests and geological studies.
• Numerical modelling: develop and refine numerical models with project consultants.
• Model calibration and updating: calibrate models using field monitoring data.
• Report preparation: prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Knowledge management: maintain protocols for model development, calibration and validation and conduct training sessions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong writing and communication

Team player

Education

Hydrogeology / Geology / Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Tools

MODFLOW

GIS

Job description

What the role is

As a Senior Engineer/ Executive Engineer / Engineer (Hydrogeology) in the Water Systems Department, Planning & Capability Development Division, you will be part of an inter-disciplinary team to lead the development of engineering models to understand hydrological systems and enhance integrated water resource management and undertake related R&D projects.

What you will be working on

Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to the following areas:

• Data Analysis : work in a multidisciplinary team to collect and analyse data from trial boreholes, hydraulic tests and geological studies.
• Numerical modelling : work closely with the project consultants to develop and refine numerical model(s)
• Model calibration and updating : Calibrate and update models using field monitoring data.
• Report preparation : prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Knowledge management : maintain and implement standard protocols for model development, calibration and validation to ensure that models are properly archived and version-controlled; as well as conduct training/knowledge sharing sessions
• Any other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for

• Degree or postgraduate qualifications in Hydrogeology, Geology, Civil / Environmental Engineering, or related fields
• Proficiency in hydrogeological modelling software such as MODFLOW and GIS applications
• Possess strong analytical thinking, planning and problem-solving skills
• Good writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and a good team player
• Self-motivated, adaptable and possess strong sense of responsibility
• Experience / knowledge in hydrogeological modelling is preferred