Marine and Coastal Modeler

The Marine Environmental Modeler will support marine and coastal projects through numerical modelling of sediment transport, hydrodynamics, water quality and environmental impacts associated with infrastructure, dredging, ports, offshore energy and coastal developments.

The role will work closely with WSP Italia and international marine specialists delivering feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, permitting studies and detailed engineering support.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental engineering, coastal engineering, ocean engineering, marine sciences, hydraulics or related disciplines

Experience

• 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.

• Exposure to wave modelling concepts and coastal process assessments would be considered an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and geographically distributed international project teams.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and project deadlines.

• 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.

Additional Information

• The role will contribute to model development, calibration, technical interpretation and reporting. Final model validation and regulatory sign-off will remain under the responsibility of the designated senior technical specialists.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

• Develop and execute numerical models for:

  • Sediment transport

  • Coastal morphology processes

  • Wave processes and coastal dynamics

  • Hydrodynamics

  • 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

  • GIS Specialists