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We’re looking for a Hydraulic Specialist to join our growing Water team. You’ll play a senior technical role, leading small teams to deliver critical hydraulic analysis of clean water and wastewater treatment facilities in the UK. 

Although your primary focus will be on hydraulic modelling of treatment facilities, you’ll also have opportunities to work on wider range of treatment plant and civils design projects.

Here's what you'll do

• Set up HADES models for treatment plant infrastructure
• Calibrate the model with physical data
• Explore hydraulic modelling scenarios
• Develop hydraulic solutions
• Present findings to clients
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams within AECOM and externally to develop solutions
• Prepare  high-quality technical reports, clearly documenting model assumptions, build processes, results, and uncertainties.
• Support project delivery tasks, including preparation of hydraulic profiles and working with other disciplines to help develop detailed design drawings.
• Engage with clients.
• Use company project management systems to help deliver work on time and within budget.

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject (e.g. Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,  Chemical Engineering)
• Technical Reporting: Writing clearly and concisely, summarising technical concepts for clients.
• Experience in open channel hydraulic design, including sub critical and super critical flow and hydraulic jumps.
• Experience with design of hydraulic structures, including weirs and flumes.
• Gravity pipe and pressure pipe design experience.
• Experience in developing hydraulic models and / or producing calculations for a range of sizes and complexities of treatment plants independently,.
• Experience and understanding of hydraulic modelling scenarios
• Regsitered Engineer

Desirable but not essential:

·       HADES modelling experience

You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline driven team environment.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.