Clean Water Network Modellers/ Engineers In Belfast

Work with AtkinsRéalis to make the world's outlook brighter and healthier. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally. We're passionate about what we do, and we have a thriving team culture, simply put, this is a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Our collaborative and multi-disciplinary team is one of the largest in the UK, providing water and wastewater infrastructure services alongside drainage design, SuDS and surface water management. Our wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies, local authorities, highways/rail authorities, and developers. It's an exciting time to be working for our UK Water business with unprecedented investment in the water industry.

Due to continued growth in the workload of our successful Water business, we seek to recruit Clean Water Modeller/Engineers across our UK offices to support our service delivery. You will join a team of engineers, modellers, geographers, GIS specialists and technicians and play a key role in delivering to a range of clients including Water Companies, Local Authorities, and developers with the potential to get involved with international projects.

What you can bring:

• Experience/awareness of clean water network modelling within Synergee, InfoWorks, GIS packages such as ARC or MapInfo and civil engineering would be advantageous but not essential as full on-the-job training will be provided where required.
• These roles will involve working on feasibility studies, using computer analysis typically to support water network improvement projects, liaison with clients, contractors, stakeholders and other professional bodies.
• Outputs will typically be in short reports to outline the approach taken and findings from the investigation.

Desirable requirements include:

• Understanding of UK Water Industry and regulatory issues.
• Experience in Clean water modelling and distribution networks.
• Building and calibrating network models.
• Using network models for planning, operational and design purposes.
• Management of Detailed Zonal Studies delivery, Pressure Management and DMA Design.
• Experience with SYNERGI, INFOWORKS WS, EPANET, Infowater and other modelling software.

For the more senior roles, varying levels of experience in model usage, hydraulic analysis, solution development and technical leadership are required to match the specific position. Expertise using SYNERGI, INFOWORKS WS, EPANET is also necessary. Proven track record in coordinating and delivering technically excellent projects is essential.

Desirable Qualifications:

• BSc/BEng/MEng degree level: geography, GIS, Science, engineering related subject or equivalent considered with appropriate professional qualifications at the senior levels.
• Technician roles require HNC, HND level qualification in similar subjects.
• Opportunities to work towards qualifications will be available for the successful candidates.

What we offer:

We aren't just engineers, environmental professionals, or consultants. We're pioneers, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges especially when it comes to water. From enhancing our beautiful rivers and urban landscapes to building sustainable cities in the harshest environments, our Networks & Drainage Solutions (N&DS) team is at the forefront. Over the next 10 years, we plan to expand the practice rapidly to meet our clients' objectives. We're developing enhanced training courses to accelerate our staff resource capability. It means great futures for both new and experienced colleagues. The opportunities in our practice to grow as an individual are immense. You'll receive mentorship from the outstanding leaders we have within the team. From day one your personal development plan puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported to go as far as you want to go.

Your purpose:

• Development of computer models to investigate water network issues and investment needs and generation of outline solutions.
• Analysis of data.
• Supporting the development of engineering solutions and advising our clients to help them make better asset investment decisions.
• Support development of reports and other project deliverables.
• Prepare (and adhere to) health and safety risk assessments.
• Support in the development of tender responses and fee estimates at higher grades.
• Supervising and developing staff and providing guidance to support their professional development at higher grades.
• Contributing towards technical innovation.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.