Hydraulic Flood Modeller
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Job Location:
Leicestershire - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION
MEC is a multi-disciplinary engineering and environmental consultancy delivering services for private and public sector projects across residential commercial industrial retail leisure education and healthcare. Operating nationally from offices in Birmingham Brighton Leicester and Nottingham we provide expert guidance for a wide range of clients.
We are seeking a talented Hydraulic Flood Modeller to join our expanding Flood Risk and Drainage team. This role can be based out of our offices in either Leicester Birmingham or Nottingham however Leicester is preferred. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in hydrology and hydraulic modelling to support a wide range of flood risk drainage and infrastructure projects. You will be working on both public and private sector developments contributing to innovative solutions that help manage flood risk and promote sustainable design.
REQUIREMENTS
Key role responsibilities:
Undertake hydraulic modelling to assess flood risk and inform development proposals.
Support the preparation of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) Surface Water Management Plans and Drainage Strategies.
Develop and calibrate hydraulic models using software such as HEC-RAS.
Provide input into the design of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and mitigation measures.
Analyse rainfall river flow and hydrological data to inform project outputs.
Liaise with clients local authorities and regulatory bodies (including the Environment Agency).
Prepare clear concise technical reports and deliverables.
Contribute to project proposals and bids as required.
Job requirements
Key skills experience and attributes required:
Essential:
Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering Hydrology or a related discipline.
Experience in hydraulic modelling (1D/2D) and flood risk management.
Proficiency with hydraulic modelling software (Flood Modeller TUFLOW or similar).
Knowledge of hydrology methods (FEH ReFH WinFAP).
Strong analytical problem-solving and report writing skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams.
Desirable:
Progress towards chartership (CEng IEng or CIWEM).
Experience with GIS packages (ArcGIS QGIS MapInfo).
Knowledge of drainage design software; Causeway Flow.
Previous consultancy experience in the UK water or infrastructure sector.
BENEFITS:
At MEC we value a healthy work-life balance. Alongside a competitive salary we offer flexible working arrangements to support our employees.
Core benefits include:
25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
Company pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Paid annual membership for a professional institution
Flexible working arrangements
Plus more which can be viewed on our website.
If you have the skills and experience for this role wed love to hear from you.
MEC is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex race disability age sexual orientation gender identity religion marital status or pregnancy and maternity.
If you have any questions regarding this job opportunity please call our head office onor email
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Key Skills
- GIS
- Microstation
- System Design
- ASME Codes & Standards
- CAD
- HEC
- SolidWorks
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Engineering
- Autocad
- Hydraulics
- Swmm
About Company
We specialise in delivering technical services that provide accurate and detailed reports, investigations, strategies and solutions to a diverse range
