Luzern
Project Engineer Hydraulic Engineering (m/f/d)
- 09 November 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- CHF 90 000 - 95 000 /year
- German (Fluent)
- 6003 Luzern
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Project Engineer Hydraulic Engineering (m/f/d)
Salary - CHF90,000 - 95,000Role:
On behalf of a client, we are looking for a committed specialist for project work in hydraulic engineering with a focus on hydraulic modelling, watercourse construction and urban infrastructure. You will support diverse engineering projects from feasibility studies through design to construction implementation and gradually take on more responsibility. The focus is on hydraulic calculations with HEC-RAS 1D/2D, the preparation of technical reports, and the development of sustainable solutions for the renewal, maintenance and rehabilitation of municipal infrastructures. The position is suitable for motivated civil engineers interested in hydraulic engineering who want to deepen their expertise and develop towards independent project work and project management in the long term.
Responsibilities:
Participation in hydraulic engineering and urban infrastructure projects from basic analysis and feasibility study to execution phase
Conducting hydraulic calculations and modelling with HEC-RAS 1D/2D to examine flow conditions and watercourse processes
Preparation of technical fundamentals for hydraulic engineering projects including analysis of hydrological and hydraulic conditions
Support in planning watercourse expansion, maintenance and rehabilitation measures considering technical and ecological requirements
Participation in the development of sustainable hydraulic engineering concepts to improve the functionality and long-term safety of hydraulic structures
Creation of technical reports and project documentation with clear presentation of calculations, results and solution variants
Preparation of decision-making bases and variant comparisons for technical and economic assessment of planned measures
Coordination and alignment within interdisciplinary project teams with civil engineers, specialist planners and other project participants
Collaboration with external specialists, authorities and clients to clarify project-specific requirements
Consideration of relevant Swiss standards, guidelines and hydraulic engineering regulations in planning and technical processing
Support in project organisation and scheduling with gradual assumption of independent partial tasks
Professional development in hydraulic engineering and urban water management with increasing responsibility for project coordination, client contact and technical project work
Qualifications:
Completed degree in civil engineering ETH or FH with interest in hydraulic engineering, hydraulics and municipal infrastructure
Solid engineering fundamentals and interest in hydraulic calculations as well as willingness to build or deepen knowledge in HEC-RAS 1D/2D
Strong interest in hydraulic engineering, water cycle and urban water management with motivation to develop sustainable and practical solutions
Analytical and technical thinking skills with ability to work in a structured manner on complex engineering issues
Independent, careful and solution-oriented working style with sense of responsibility and high willingness to learn
Team-oriented and communicative personality with enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration and interest in gradually taking on project responsibility
Good German language skills, spoken and written for preparing technical reports and collaborating with project teams, authorities and clients
Benefits:
- Interesting and varied activities/projects
- Attractive training and development opportunities
- Experienced and dynamic team
- Market- and performance-based salaries
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Work location
Lucerne
Contact
Robin Maurer,
+41443852153