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Hydraulic Specialist – Clean Water & Wastewater Treatment Modelling
Location: Hybrid (Primarily London, City of, UK – office base in Croydon) Role: AECOM (World’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm) Business Line: Water
Company Description
“Build hydraulic models that treat our water, strengthen infrastructure, and shape a more resilient future — together.” At AECOM, we deliver a better world by improving commutes, ensuring energy access, providing clean water, and transforming landscapes. Our 50,000+ global team combines planning, engineering, design, science, and digital innovation to tackle infrastructure challenges. With growing demand for clean water solutions, we’re seeking a Hydraulic Specialist to join our dynamic Water team and drive impactful projects.
About the Role
We’re looking for a senior technical leader to:
- Design and validate hydraulic models for clean water and wastewater treatment plants.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver HADES modelling for UK-based projects.
- Expand expertise into broader treatment and civil infrastructure design.
Your work will directly influence sustainable water solutions, fast-tracked by global infrastructure investment.
Key Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Develop and calibrate HADES models for treatment plant infrastructures.
- Run hydraulic scenarios, analyse results, and refine design solutions.
- Prepare technical reports, documenting assumptions, methodologies, and uncertainties.
- Collaborate with engineers, clients, and project teams to deliver on schedule and budget.
- Provide hydraulic design insights for gravity/pressure pipe systems and civil structures (weirs, flumes).
- Support project management systems (budget tracking, progress updates).
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Client & Team Engagement
- Present findings to clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
- Engage with local government, private sector, and water utilities on facility designs.
Requirements & Qualifications
Must-Have
- Degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering (or related discipline).
- A sound grasp of open-channel hydraulics (subcritical/supercritical flow, hydraulic jumps).
- Proven experience in:
- Designing hydraulic structures (weirs, flumes).
- Developing hydraulic models for treatment plants (independent and multi-scenario).
- Gravity/pressure pipe design for robust infrastructure.
- Chartership (CIWEM/ICE) or eligible.
- Strong technical reporting skills (clear, client-focused narratives).
- Self-motivated with adaptability, commitment, and problem-solving drive.
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Experience with HADES modelling.
What You’ll Love (Why Join AECOM?)
- Purpose-driven work: Shape a resilient water future—directly influencing public/private sector projects.
- Dynamic team culture: A collaborative collective of engineers, specialists, and leaders.
- Career growth: Opportunities to lead innovation, mentor teams, or specialise in expansion projects.
- Flexibility: Hybrid work model with Croydon office presence and site assignments.
- Development: Paid training, skill-building (e.g., new tech adoption), and career mentorship.
- Inclusivity: Disability Confident Employer; diversity and neurodiversity celebrated.
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Benefits & Offerings
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience.
- ** Hybrid work policy** balances office/remote/client-site flexibility.
- Global opportunities: Reshape the water sector, locally and internationally.
- Well-being support: Holistic health programs for professional + personal balance.
- -shift to the real impact: Every role is part of solving critical infrastructure needs.
To Apply
京三通官：#AECOMUKWATERMODELLERS “Are you ready to join us? If some requirements overlap or you possess transferrable skills, we’d love to hear from you.”
About AECOM (Beyond the Job)
- Fortunes’ 500 firm; $16.1 billion revenue (2025).
- ESG commitments: Sustainable solutions, equity, and digital innovation shaping future economies.
- A trusted partner: Protecting the planet, providing safety, and empowering communities.
Inclusivity & Support
AECOM champions a supportive, diverse environment. If you need accommodations to apply, contact: black@aecom.com. We protect your data in compliance with EEO guidelines.
Learn more: aecom.com | #sqrt@AECOM
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