R&D Engineer 3 - 128542

The Center for Western Weather and Water Extremes (CW3E) is leading the development and implementation of new research and applications capabilities focused on extreme weather and climate events in the Western US. CW3E is developing and implementing weather and climate observations, numerical models, machine learning algorithms, and decision support tools focused on atmospheric and land-surface conditions related to extreme events and their impacts. CW3E is an interface between UCSD departments, other universities around the country and local, state, and federal agencies, in the operation, utilization and expansion of a new state- of-the-art weather observing network recently deployed in California. A key program of the Center is Forecast Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO), with goals to develop, demonstrate, and implement tools, including enhanced monitoring, and science that enable more effective management of reservoirs. CW3E’s mission is to provide 21st century water cycle science, technology and outreach to support effective policies and practices that address the impacts of extreme weather and water events on the environment, people and the economy of Western North America. To learn more, refer to the center’s webpage at .

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, CW3E strives to maintain a climate of fairness, cooperation, and professionalism.

CW3E aspires to promote the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our work. The Center understands the intrinsic value of a diverse workforce and continually seeks to expand the representation of people from diverse backgrounds and identities in geosciences. CW3E aims to foster an environment where all of our members feel valued, supported and included. The Center strives to partner with and include the perspectives of historically underrepresented communities in our research, education, and outreach. More information can be found on our dedicated EDI website at .

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with engineering principles and methods to independently perform the full range of engineering professional design work.

Thorough knowledge of the development and evaluation of reservoir operations through numerical modeling and analysis.

Thorough knowledge and experience with water resources engineering principles and methods to independently perform a full range of professional water resources engineering studies and evaluations.

Thorough knowledge of engineering computer software and numerical models especially models developed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers such as HEC-ResSim, HEC-RAS, HEC-WAT, and HEC-DSSVue.

Knowledge of the field of hydrometeorology with an emphasis on the Western U.S.

Experienced with computer coding in Python and other languages for the analysis of data and the development of hydrologic simulation models.

Thorough knowledge necessary to apply principles, practices and procedures in the completion of assignments.

Demonstrated organizational and decision-making abilities to prioritize competing work assignments in order to meet deadlines and adherence to quality standards.

Strong analytical and judgment skills to independently conduct analyses and develop appropriate recommendations.

Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Ability to work in a collaborative manner; identify challenges and barriers and recommend resolutions.

Ability to lead and influence others.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be willing and able to travel.