Marine and Coastal Modeller

We are seeking a Marine and Coastal Modeller to support marine and coastal projects through numerical modelling of sediment transport, hydrodynamics, water quality, and environmental impacts.

The role involves working closely with WSP Italia and international marine specialists to deliver feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, permitting studies, and detailed engineering support.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute numerical models for sediment transport, coastal morphology processes, wave processes and coastal dynamics, hydrodynamics, and water quality assessments.
• Analyse marine and environmental datasets.
• Support Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and modelling documentation.
• Interpret field monitoring data and calibration datasets.
• Support feasibility studies and concept design phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including marine engineers, coastal engineers, environmental consultants, and GIS specialists.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental engineering, coastal engineering, ocean engineering, marine sciences, hydraulics, or related disciplines.
• 3 to 8 years of relevant professional experience in hydrodynamics, water quality, coastal, or sediment transport modelling.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of marine hydrodynamics, wave processes, sediment transport, coastal morphology, and environmental impact assessment.
• Experience with numerical modelling software such as Delft3D, MIKE 21 & MIKE 3.
• Knowledge of coastal, estuarine, and offshore modelling methodologies.
• Experience in numerical model setup, calibration, validation, and interpretation of results.
• Proficiency in GIS tools, including ArcGIS and QGIS.
• Ability to process and interpret bathymetric, metocean, ADCP-derived current, water quality, and sediment sampling datasets.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting processes and Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Familiarity with wave climate analysis and interpretation of wave modelling outputs for marine and coastal engineering applications.
• Ability to prepare clear technical reports, modelling documentation, and effective data visualizations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and geographically distributed international project teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery and continuous improvement.
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate and high-quality outputs.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective coordination with project managers and technical leads.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new modelling tools, methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Client-focused mindset and ability to operate effectively in a dynamic consulting environment.