Principal Water Resources Engineer

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• Industry leading, global engineering consultancy
• Opportunity to work on iconic projects and a variety of interesting projects both locally and nationally
• Flexible working conditions with genuine career growth opportunities

About SMEC

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organisation.

At SMEC, we understand that our continued success within the infrastructure market is the result of building long-term client relationships. We listen and understand the specific needs of our clients and deliver a complete value chain of services to provide sustainable solutions across major infrastructure projects worldwide.

The role:
We are seeking a Principal Water Resources Engineer (Flooding) wishing to join an industry leader. You will work closely with our other specialists in the Water Resources team, predominantly on Queensland projects, but also supporting the wider ANZ business.

SMEC's Water Resources team works across a diverse portfolio of projects including flood studies, flood mitigation projects, dam break and consequence studies, urban development stormwater management, and irrigation. We have a solid pipeline of interesting and challenging projects and an excellent team culture where you will further develop broad capabilities.

With a minimum of 15+ years' experience, your core responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership and proactively collaborate with the Flooding team members, contributors, and stakeholders to maintain quality, timeliness, and coordination of project deliverables.
• Provide expert advice and demonstrate advanced technical skills, ensuring analysis and design tasks meet appropriate standards and client requirements.
• Conduct flood studies and assessments, including the impact of flood mitigation options.
• Expert in Hydrologic and Hydraulic modelling using 2D TUFLOW, HEC-RAS, RAFTS, and RORB.
• Apply project management principles to accomplish project deliverables on time and to standard.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and RPEQ.
• Extensive experience with modelling software including TUFLOW, HEC-RAS, RAFTS, and RORB. Experience with GoldSim and Source (Bulk Water Assessments) is a plus. Stormwater design (12D) experience is also beneficial. Knowledge of scour and erosion assessments.
• A minimum of 15+ years' experience in design and management.
• Familiarity with relevant Australian standards.
• Ability to lead small teams to achieve project outcomes.

What we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements supporting work/life balance.
• Ethical client base.
• Opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by industry leaders.
• Professional development programs, from graduates to leaders, including in-house, external courses, and tertiary education support.
• Dynamic career pathways with opportunities on national and international projects.
• Purchased additional annual leave and generous paid parental leave.

How to apply:
All applications must be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Helen Kruimel at Helen.Kruimel@smec.com.
Please note: All recruitment activities are managed through our Recruitment & Talent team. This role does not require agency input. Do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees or managers.