Hydraulic Engineer — Water Resources & CFD Expert

Dornier Consulting International GmbH; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days of holiday

Employee bonuses

Support for personal and professional development

Job summary

An international consulting firm is seeking a qualified Hydraulic Engineer to develop and calibrate hydraulic numerical models. This role requires a master's degree in Civil Engineering, with 5-10 years of experience in hydraulic design and modeling. Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software and fluency in English is essential, while knowledge of German and the willingness to travel internationally are advantageous. Offered benefits include generous holiday time and support for personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 5 to 10 years of professional experience in hydraulic design and modelling.
• Proficient in standard hydraulic modelling software.
• Experience in preparing project studies and tender documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and calibrate 1D/2D hydraulic numerical models.
• Perform CFD analysis of hydraulic structures.
• Lead in designing energy dissipation structures.

Skills

Hydraulic engineering expertise

Proficient in hydraulic modelling software

Fluent in English

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

CFD tools

Job description

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TheDornier Groupstands for innovative projects and exciting challenges and is a competent and reliable partner for complex consulting projects and demanding engineering services in a national and international environment. We bundle our expertise in the four Business units Power and Heat, Renewables as well as Mobility and Hydro.

For our stake inLahmeyer International GmbHinBad Vilbel, Germany or at project offices worldwidewe are looking for a qualified and dedicated

Hydraulic Engineer (m/f/d)

Lahmeyer International GmbHis a leading international engineering company specializing in planning and consulting for energy, hydropower and irrigation systems. They stand for experience, quality and global expertise, supporting complex projects from development and planning through to operation, backed by the latest technical methods. Their multidisciplinary team combines comprehensive expertise with local practice to deliver efficient, seamless solutions for complex water resource projects.

What you can achieve with us:

• You are responsible to develop and calibrate 1D/2D hydraulic numerical models for river hydraulics, flood routing, and reservoir operations
• You perform CFD analysis of hydraulic structures such as spillways, stilling basins, intakes, and power waterways
• You take the lead in designing and optimizing energy dissipation structures and assessing free-surface and pressure-flow regimes
• You analyze unsteady flow phenomena in high-pressure conduits using specialized software
• Preparing technical documentation lies in your hand: hydraulic calculations, design reports, rating curves, and specifications for tenders and procurement
• You coordinate and interpret physical hydraulic model tests, including planning, instrumentation, and validation against numerical results
• Conducting sedimentation studies is also part of your remit. This includes assessing sedimentation in reservoirs, developing sediment management strategies and evaluating sediment transport in waterways

What convinces us:

• You hold a degree in Civil Engineering (master’s degree or higher) or a related field with a strong background and expertise in hydraulic engineering
• You have at least 5 to 10 years of professional experience in hydraulic design and modelling for hydropower or water infrastructure projects, overseas assignments are a plus
• You are proficient in standard hydraulic modelling software and CFD tools, coding skills are an advantage
• You have strong knowledge of open-channel hydraulics, pressure-flow systems, and sediment transport. You are also familiar with transient analysis and physical model testing
• Experience in preparing project studies and tender documents for new construction and plant refurbishment complements your professional profile
• You bring an analytical mindset with attention to detail and excel in multicultural, interdisciplinary teams, and strong communication skills
• You speak fluently English, both written and spoken; German and other foreign languages are an advantage
• You are willing to travel internationally

What we have to offer:

• 30 days of holiday – Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve are also days off
• Subsidy for ‘eurekantine’ – so you can get through the working day feeling fresh and well-fed
• JobRad leasing – get to your destination on your dream bike
• Employee and refer-a-friend bonus – we share our success with you
• We support your personal and professional development
• Company-wide summer party & local Christmas parties
• Together we stand for our values – reliability, open communication, trust, health, and genuine appreciation

Your contact person

As an international company, we value diversity and welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, physical or mental abilities, cultural, social, or ethnic background, religion, or worldview.

We look forward to receiving your application as Hydraulic Engineer (m/f/d)!

Dornier Group GmbH

Personalabteilung

Zimmerstraße 67/69

D - 10117 Berlin