Modelling Expert (3D) in Hydraulic Engineering

About the job

Modelling Expert (3D) in Hydraulic Engineering

University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW, Institute of Civil Engineering

Teaching, research and practice - we combine them

Your Tasks:

In the "Hydraulic Engineering and Water Management" department of the Institute of Civil Engineering (IBAU), we focus on modelling water and environmental systems. In applied research projects, we contribute to sustainable planning and operation of infrastructure in times of climate change. We conduct practice-oriented research and implement innovative scientific findings in projects for our clients.
As a research associate, you are responsible for hydraulic modelling in the department. This includes excellent knowledge of the relevant software as well as implicit numerical models and solution methods. Additionally, you operate the physical hydraulic laboratory, plan hydraulic experimental models, and also oversee their construction and operation. Daily interaction with our students and clients completes your range of tasks. Specifically, the tasks include:

• Hydraulic modelling (CFD) for applied research projects
• Planning, construction and operation of hydraulic experimental models
• Management of the hydraulic laboratory
• Planning and conducting laboratory weeks and elective courses
• Support in teaching (e.g. tutorials)

Your Profile:

As a research associate, you work at a very high professional level. You independently develop technical solutions, prioritise and organise your tasks reliably and punctually, and can communicate confidently with clients.

• Completed Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or similar with a focus on "Hydraulics" and "Hydraulic Engineering"
• Experience and very good (academic) knowledge in hydraulic modelling of channel flows in 1D (e.g. Hec-Ras, Mike11), 2D (e.g. Hec-Ras2D, Basement) and/or 3D (e.g. OpenFoam, Flow 3D)
• Additional skills in programming for pre- and post-processing (e.g. MatLab, R, Python, etc.)
• Experience in hydraulic experimentation, planning, construction and operation of scaled models of channel flow and hydrometry

Your Prospects:

The uniqueness of FHNW lies in the combination of teaching and application-oriented research as well as collaboration with practice. The complementary perspectives enable a differentiated understanding and action in a rapidly changing world. Exchange and collaboration are paramount.

Your Benefits:

 

Wide range of university sports

Cultural programme with lectures, concerts, theatre and films

Practised equality of pay between women and men

Targeted support for doctoral projects

Annual working time (42 hours/week) with option for part-time and home office

Mentoring programme for career development and doctoral support

Start date: Position start from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement, limited until 31 December 2027. Apply online Your workplace: University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW
Hofackerstrasse 30
4132 Muttenz Any questions? About the position:

Dr Henning Lebrenz, Department Head, Contact: +41 61 228 55 64

About the application process:

Sarah Wirth, HR Assistant, Contact: +41 61 228 50 74

Will you soon be part of our team? We look forward to your application.

www.fhnw.ch/de/architektur-bau-geomatik