Water Resource Modeler

Ulteig is hiring a Staff Water Resource Modeler in San Diego, CA. The role involves developing and applying hydrology, sediment, and water quality models for urban and natural systems. Responsibilities include data analysis, model calibration, scenario assessments, and collaboration with a team of engineers and scientists. Candidates should have a graduate degree, experience with modeling tools, programming skills, and strong interpersonal abilities.
Position: Staff Water Resource Modeler

Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for a Staff Modeler position within the Transportation & Water Team. The Staff Modeler is responsible for supporting the development and application of water resources model applications for simulating hydrology, sediment, and water quality across both urban and natural water systems. This individual will work closely with our experienced team of engineers, scientists, planners, and software developers to apply models that support our client's program needs in the areas of regional planning, regulatory compliance, reporting and tracking, alternative scenario assessment, and climate change and resiliency analyses.

What You'll Do
• Develops and applies hydrologic, hydraulic, and water quality models to simulate watershed processes and water systems
• Uses modeling tools such as SWMM, HSPF, LSPC, CE-QUAL-W2, SWAT, and MODFLOW, or similar software
• Collects, processes, and interprets hydrologic, climatic, land use, and water quality data for model input and calibration
• Analyzes surface water and groundwater flow, runoff, sediment transport, and pollutant loading data
• Calibrates and validates models using observed data to ensure reliability
• Conducts scenario analyses to evaluate the impacts of land use change, climate variability, or infrastructure improvements on water systems
• Prepares technical reports, maps, and visualizations to communicate model results to stakeholders and decision-makers
• Collaborates with engineers, scientists, planners, and public agencies to integrate modeling results into broader water resource management strategies
• Stays current with modeling best practices, advancements in modeling tools and techniques, and regulatory requirements

What We Expect from You
• Graduate degree in engineering or science with an emphasis on hydrology, modeling, analytical approach development, and GIS
• A solid understanding of basic hydrology, sediment, and water quality principles
• Experience with at least one common hydrology, hydraulic, sediment transport, and/or water quality models model application (e.g., LSPC, SWMM, HSPF, CE-QUAL-W2, and SWAT)
• Experience with stormwater best management practice modeling
• Experience with programming in Python or R
• Experience with machine learning and/or optimization techniques a plus
• Experience with compiled programming languages (e.g., C, C++, C#) or demonstrated ability to update and maintain model code a plus
• Experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task under strict deadlines
• Must be comfortable working in a highly collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated initiative and drive to succeed with new and challenging tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, public and external agencies
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees - for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce;

this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members :
• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug-Free Workplace

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