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Lead Engineer - Flood Modelling

Bangalore, Karnātaka, India | Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India | Gurgaon, Haryana, Haryāna, India | Mumbai, Mahārāshtra, India | Pune, Mahārāshtra, India

Overview

Water Management Consultancy (WMC) is a key part of the Infrastructure division within AtkinsRéalis' Water and Environment Business. Serving both UK and international clients, our projects span flood defence, hydraulic structures, ports, and maritime engineering. The WMC team brings together a diverse range of expertise, including river and coastal engineering, hydrology, hydraulics, dam engineering, hydraulic gates, and maritime engineering.

In this role, you'll be instrumental in delivering a variety of projects, with a particular emphasis on integrated water management. This includes hydrodynamic catchment modelling, sustainable drainage, water-sensitive urban design, river restoration, software development, research, and client and stakeholder engagement. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking technical challenges and looking to contribute to advanced, industry-leading projects.

Your role

  • Be highly motivated, proactive, and possess a "can-do" attitude.
  • Be skilled in collaborative working, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and time management abilities.
  • Be flexible and open to new challenges.
  • International experience.
  • Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards Chartership.
  • Proficiency in coding/programming (R, VBA, Python) is a plus.

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-164402

Salary range

-

About you

  • A strong academic background with a degree in Civil Engineering and/or a master's degree in Water Management/Hydrology, with 8 to 15 years of experience in the water industry.
  • Experience in 2D modelling using TUFLOW.
  • Significant experience with 1D-2D modelling using FMP-TUFLOW, ESTRY-TUFLOW, Infoworks ICM, especially with UK clients.
    Build, refine and analyse hydraulic models (1D, 2D, and 1D2D) to represent river channels, floodplains, and potentially pipe networks.
  • Experience in leading flood modelling projects and managing a small team.
  • Provide modelling inputs and analysis to support the production of Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs) for planning applications.
  • Perform sensitivity testing to quantify uncertainty in model parameters and components.
  • Proficiency in GIS, including QGIS, MapInfo, ArcGIS, and open-source GIS tools.
  • An understanding of the overall fluvial model development process.
  • Experience in undertaking Flood Risk Assessments and developing drainage strategies.
  • Familiarity with FEH (Flood Estimation Handbook) methods.
  • Working towards achieving Chartered status.
  • Ability to produce clear and concise technical reports in English.
  • Effective communication skills for collaborating with colleagues and clients via video conferencing.
  • Adherence to quality procedures and maintaining high standards in your work.
  • Enthusiasm for learning new skills and work procedures.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
  • Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Generous annual leave balance.
  • Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
  • Remote work opportunities outside of country.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Relocation assistance.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
  • Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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