Flood Modeller / Water Resources Engineer at Aecom USA

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Flood modelling, Water resources assessment, Hydrologic modelling, Hydraulic modelling, TUFLOW, QGIS, GoldSim, Drainage assessment, Water balance modelling, Hydrological assessment, Technical reporting, Project delivery, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Proposal preparation, Client service

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description "I have built genuine life-long friendships with colleagues and clients alike. We foster a culture of mutual respect, and are given opportunities to learn and grow." – Richard Corbett, Water Services Lead, Rockhampton Come grow with us. Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems. We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing). With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible. Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Water Resources professional to join our Perth team. In this role, you’ll contribute to flood modelling, drainage, and water resources assessments across diverse projects in transport, Defence, mining, and energy transition (including wind, solar, and BESS). You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally and nationally, while benefiting from mentoring by industry-leading specialists and opportunities to work across Western Australia and nationally. This position suits an engineer with 3 - 7 years’ post-graduate experience looking to further develop their technical skills in a collaborative consultancy environment. How you’ll make a difference Undertake hydrologic and hydraulic modelling to support planning, design and approvals Prepare flood studies, drainage assessments, flood impact assessments and technical reports Develop water balance models and hydrological assessment to support mine water management and water yield studies Support the development of solutions for transport infrastructure, mining, Defence facilities, and renewable energy projects Work collaboratively with civil, environmental, mining, transport and planning teams to deliver integrated outcomes Support proposal preparation and contributing to strong client service outcomes Continue to develop your technical skills, industry knowledge and local market understanding. Qualifications About you We are looking for a motivated and technically capable professional who can contribute to project delivery and continue to grow within the team. You will ideally have: 3 to 7 years of relevant post-graduate experience Experience delivering work within a consulting, design or engineering environment Demonstrated experience in flood modelling and/or water resources assessments Proficiency in TUFLOW and QGIS at a minimum Proficiency in GoldSim, or working knowledge as a minimum Experience with some other relevant modelling or design software would be advantageous, but experience across all platforms is not required A sound understanding of floodplain, drainage and catchment processes Strong written and verbal communication skills The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams Desirable experience The following would be viewed favourably, but are not mandatory: Exposure to software such as HEC-RAS, RORB, URBS, XPRAFTS, DRAINS, 12d, MUSIC, MIKE or similar tools Familiarity with Australian rainfall, runoff and drainage guidance, including ARR 2019 and relevant local or state-based standards Experience in transport, Defence, mining, renewables, energy or major infrastructure projects Programming capability in Python and/or R Local Western Australian project experience Qualifications Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology or a related discipline Eligibility for or progress toward CPEng registration would be well regarded The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. The qualities that help you thrive Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering, Water Resources, Hydrology or related field and 3+ years of relevant professional experience Experience in flood modelling and/or water resources assessments and a strong understanding of floodplain, drainage and catchment processes Competent in the use of TUFLOW and QGIS & a working knowledge of GoldSim Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams Experience with tools such as HEC-RAS, RORB, XPRAFTS, DRAINS, 12d, MUSIC, MIKE or similar and a familiarity with ARR 2019 and Australian drainage guidelines will be highly regarded. Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Volunteer and representation leave Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. State/Province: Western Australia Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Water Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road

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Responsibilities

You will undertake hydrologic and hydraulic modelling to support planning, design, and approvals for diverse infrastructure projects. Additionally, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated water management solutions and support proposal preparation.