Senior Hydraulic Modeller

Senior Hydraulic Modeller - Wastewater

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: -40,000 - -50,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Hydraulic Modeller to join a growing team delivering wastewater infrastructure and water network projects in Sheffield and the surrounding region.

This role is ideal for a technically strong modeller with experience in wastewater networks, hydraulic modelling and model development, who is looking to take ownership of complex projects while supporting and mentoring junior team members.

• Develop, build, verify and maintain hydraulic models of wastewater and sewerage networks.
• Undertake 1D and 2D hydraulic modelling to assess network capacity, flooding mechanisms and system performance.
• Analyse sewer flooding, hydraulic constraints, storm overflows and network resilience.
• Use industry-standard modelling software, such as InfoWorks ICM, to undertake detailed network simulations and scenario testing.
• Interpret flow survey data, rainfall records, GIS information and wastewater network data to support model development and verification.
• Identify network deficiencies and develop recommendations for improvements, upgrades and flood alleviation schemes.
• Prepare technical reports, modelling assessments and deliverables for clients and project stakeholders.
• Work closely with engineers, project managers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects to agreed deadlines and quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior modellers and support quality assurance across modelling deliverables.

• Proven experience in hydraulic modelling of wastewater or sewerage networks.
• Strong working knowledge of InfoWorks ICM or equivalent hydraulic modelling software.
• Experience in model build, verification, calibration and scenario analysis.
• Good understanding of wastewater network hydraulics, drainage systems and sewer flooding mechanisms.
• Experience interpreting survey data, flow monitoring information and GIS datasets.
• Ability to analyse complex modelling outputs and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Experience managing technical deliverables and supporting project delivery.
• Strong report-writing, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.

• Experience working on wastewater network planning and flood risk reduction projects.
• Knowledge of storm overflow assessments, capacity studies and drainage strategies.
• Familiarity with UK water industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience mentoring junior team members and reviewing technical work.

• The opportunity to work on challenging wastewater infrastructure and hydraulic modelling projects.
• A varied technical role with scope to take ownership of projects and develop specialist expertise.
• A collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.

If you are an experienced wastewater hydraulic modeller looking for your next senior-level opportunity in Sheffield, we would welcome a confidential discussion about the role.

Please submit your CV to find out more.