Senior Water Resources, water supply and sanitation engineer, Hydrology & Hydraulic Modelling Expert (Permanent Staff)

Position: Senior Water Resources, water supply and sanitation engineer, Hydrology & Hydraulic Modelling Expert (Permanent Staff)

Type of Contract: Permanent, full-time

Location: Padova HQ / hybrid / international missions as applicable]

Availability: As soon as possible

 

Background

 

Required Qualifications

 

Education

• Master’s degree (MSc) in Civil Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, Hydrology, or closely related discipline.

 

Training and hands-on experience in advanced modelling tools, including but not limited to:

• Integrated catchment and hydrological modelling (e.g. MIKE SHE, HEC-HMS)
• Groundwater modelling (e.g. FEFLOW or equivalent)
• Hydraulic and hydrodynamic modelling (1D/2D/3D) (e.g. MIKE 11, HEC-RAS, TELEMAC, BASEMENT)
• Drainage and urban flood modelling (e.g. EPA SWMM)
• Water distribution systems (e.g. EPANET)

 

Professional Experience

• Minimum 08 years of professional experience in water resources engineering, hydrology, hydrogeology, hydraulics, and water quality.
• Strong background in:
• Water resources planning and management,
• Water supply and sanitation engineering
• River basin management and IWRM
• Flood risk management and urban drainage
• Irrigation and dam projects (including gravity dams and multipurpose schemes)
• Hydropower, water supply and sanitation infrastructure
• Climate change adaptation and environmental management
• Demonstrated experience in hydrological surveys, monitoring of surface and groundwater, and data analysis.
• Extensive involvement in modelling-based feasibility studies, master plans, and detailed design.

 

Technical Skills

• Experience in procurement processes, Proposals preparation and Tender documents.

• Solid experience in preparation and implementation of technical assistance projects,

 

Languages:

• English and French: Excellent spoken and written proficiency
• (Additional languages are an asset)

 

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• A detailed CV in word format, clearly demonstrating relevant experience
• A brief cover letter outlining availability and suitability for a permanent position

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.