Principal Engineer

2 months ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Fashion Institute Of Design & Merchandising Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer - Hydrology and Hydraulics to join our team at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising. As a key member of our water resources engineering team, you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and leadership in the development of flood modeling and technical reporting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide flooding design input into civil engineering projects, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver best-for-project solutions.
  • Mentor and provide technical direction to other relevant professionals, ensuring the highest standards of technical excellence.
  • Undertake validation and verification of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
  • Lead the development of flood modeling and technical reporting, including the creation of practical solutions to flood-related issues.
  • Apply engineering techniques to develop innovative and robust solutions to complex hydraulic constraints, ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities.
  • Carry out flood risk analysis and floodplain management, working closely with stakeholders to ensure effective and sustainable outcomes.
  • Carry out bridge-related flood assessments, including scour analysis and potentially form loss 3D modeling, to ensure the integrity and safety of our infrastructure.
  • Demonstrate a keen interest in understanding and communicating the nature of flooding, interactions with the built environment, and development of project-specific solutions within the context of wider floodplain risk management.
  • Keep abreast of engineering practices, Australian standards, sustainability, and flood resiliency best practice, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of industry knowledge.
  • Liaise with statutory authorities as required, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Requirements
  • 12+ years' relevant experience in water resources engineering, with a strong background in flood modeling and technical reporting.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification, such as a Bachelor or Master's degree in civil, environmental, or other relevant discipline.
  • Accreditation as a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland and/or Chartered Engineer (or reciprocal accreditation).
  • Extensive experience in flood modeling and delivering flood studies, with a strong understanding of Australian Rainfall and Runoff 2019, Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads' Road Planning and Design Manual Volume 3: Parts 5, 5A & 5B, and Queensland Urban Drainage Manual.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, standards, and processes, including one- and two-dimensional hydraulic modeling skills and experience using industry-standard hydrologic and hydraulic modeling software packages (TUFLOW essential; WBNM, XP-RAFTS, URBS, MIKE FLOOD, HEC-RAS desirable).
  • Experience using geographic information system (GIS) software, such as Map Info, ArcGIS, or QGIS.
  • Highly motivated and well-organized, with the ability to lead and organize the work of team members, and a willingness to be accountable and responsible.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Exposure to broader water resources projects, particularly relating to water quality assessment and modeling, and proficiency in industry-standard file management packages, such as Project Wise, 12d Synergy, Team Binder, or Ansarada.
What We Offer

As a Principal Engineer - Hydrology and Hydraulics at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of exciting and challenging projects, collaborating with a talented team of professionals who share your passion for water resources engineering. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive salary and benefits package.



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