Research Engineer/Senior Research Engineer, Metocean (TCOMS)

Key Responsibilities

1. Be involved in a vibrant team leading the development of ocean and coastal modelling capabilities, including:
2. Development of high-resolution coastal models for the regional and local waters using DELFT3D-FM/MIKE; and/or
3. Development of high-resolution ocean circulation models for the regional waters using NEMO;
4. Development of relevant tools, techniques, and methodologies, such as data assimilation, data-driven models and Bayesian networks.
5. Working together with a research team carrying out projects related to the development of models for forecasting and prediction of the metocean environment.
6. Undertake management of project tasks and produce the deliverables within the agreed parameters in an appropriate format, to ensure that relevant project tasks are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
7. Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track project progress and performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
8. Present at conferences, attend training as required to maintain proficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering (Ocean/Coastal Engineering or Hydraulic/Environmental/Mechanical engineering majoring in Fluid Dynamics/Mechanics) or other related discipline.

Preferred Experiences and Knowledge

• Oceanography, ocean and coastal hydrodynamics.
• Open-source models for coastal modelling and ocean circulation modelling e.g. DELFT3D-FM, NEMO.
• Knowledge in sensing, data analytics, machine learning will be an advantage.

Others

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt and work effectively as a member of a team.
• Resourceful and self-driven with high degree of professional integrity.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.