Flows and Levels; MFL Engineering Scientist

The Minimum Flows and Levels (MFL) Engineering Scientist independently performs complex statistical data analysis and hydrologic modeling activities to support the MFLs program, including development, implementation, and review of surface and groundwater models. The position assists with developing new and improved MFL technical approaches, preparing technical reports, and performing critical review of technical work from internal staff, other agencies, and contractors.

• Develop and utilize surface and groundwater models to conduct assessments of MFLs and withdrawal impacts for priority water resources.
• Manage workflows on a high-performance cluster computer using a Linux operating system.
• Perform data analysis, including use of complex statistical techniques to assess relationships between hydrologic variables including rainfall, evapotranspiration, surface/groundwater levels, withdrawals, and discharge.
• Review, modify, or build hydrologic or model-related data sets or perform analyses based on available data and information.
• Evaluate project needs for appropriate analysis techniques and evaluate existing statistical and hydrologic models for use on specific projects.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and memoranda based on analysis, findings, and work completed.
• Conduct technical reviews of work prepared by District staff, other agencies, contractors, and peer reviewers.
• Ensure best practices are followed by maintaining awareness and knowledge of developments and tools in the fields of statistics, hydrology, and modeling.
• Manage technical work conducted by public and private contractors.
• Coordinate with District staff, cooperating agencies, contractors, and the public to complete projects within statutory and District time frames.
• Prepare Board materials, including technical staff reports, memos, Final Orders, exhibits, and location maps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in hydrology, engineering, geology, or a closely related field required. Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in hydrology, engineering, geology, or another closely related field preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in hydrologic and statistical analysis required. Surface and groundwater modeling experience preferred.
• Engineering Intern (E.I.) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with Florida water resource management, Florida water resource issues, and/or Florida water law preferred.