SOCOTEC Spain
SOCOTEC Spain

Hydrology and Drainage Engineer – Linear Works

Barcelona, Spain·Competitive·Hybrid·Mid·Permanent

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About the role

At SOCOTEC Spain we are looking for a Hydrology and Drainage Engineer to join our engineering team and take part in the development of road, railway and other linear infrastructure projects.

The selected candidate will be responsible for hydrological analysis and the design of drainage solutions associated with linear works projects, taking part in the definition and sizing of longitudinal and transverse drainage systems.

They will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working in coordination with the alignment, structures, geotechnics and environment areas to ensure the correct integration of hydraulic solutions into the overall infrastructure design.

What you'll do

  • Preparation of hydrological studies for road, railway and other linear infrastructure projects

  • Watershed analysis and determination of design flows

  • Development of hydraulic studies and modelling associated with the project

  • Design and sizing of longitudinal drainage systems

  • Design and sizing of transverse drainage structures

  • Analysis of the interaction between the infrastructure and existing watercourses and drainage systems

  • Carrying out simulations and calculations using specialized software

  • Definition of hydraulic solutions adapted to the alignment and project constraints

  • Coordination with the alignment, structures, geotechnics and environment disciplines

  • Drafting of reports, hydrology and drainage annexes, drawings, measurements, budgets and technical specifications

  • Participation in preliminary studies, construction projects and technical reviews

  • Technical support in the preparation of proposals and bids related to infrastructure projects

What we're looking for

  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil, Canal and Port Engineering or equivalent qualification

  • Experience: In hydrology and drainage applied to civil works projects

  • Specific experience in road, railway or other linear infrastructure projects

  • Experience in hydrological studies and determination of design flows

  • Experience in the design and sizing of longitudinal and transverse drainage

  • Experience in drafting technical documentation for infrastructure projects

  • Knowledge of hydrological and hydraulic modelling software such as HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, Iber, Geostorm or equivalent tools

  • Ability to work in a coordinated manner with different engineering disciplines

Nice to have

  • Experience in road and railway construction projects

  • Experience in projects for public administrations and infrastructure managers

  • Knowledge of drainage regulations and design criteria applied to linear infrastructure

  • Experience in advanced hydraulic modelling

  • Knowledge of GIS tools applied to hydrological studies

  • Experience in technical coordination of projects

  • Fluent level of Catalan

What you'll get

  • Competitive and commensurate with experience

  • Intensive working day during July and August

  • Flexible compensation programme

  • December 24 and 31 off

  • Birthday day off

  • Hybrid work model

  • Participation in road, railway and highly technically complex infrastructure projects

  • Integration into a specialized multidisciplinary team

  • Professional development within an international company

  • Participation in national and international projects

How you'll work

  • Location: Barcelona or Madrid

  • Contract: Permanent

  • Working hours: Full-time

  • Work model: Hybrid

Full-time

permanent

About the company & team

SOCOTEC is a global engineering consultancy specialized in TIC services (Testing, Inspection & Certification), supporting the entire lifecycle of infrastructure, from design through to operation and maintenance.

With more than 40 years of experience, SOCOTEC develops technical solutions focused on quality, safety, sustainability and risk management, taking part in highly complex projects at both national and international level.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

SOCOTEC Spain

SOCOTEC Spain

Engineering consulting

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International company
2500 employees
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