Mechanical Engineer

CTG overview:

• CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.
• CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.
• Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.
• Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Overview of position:

• Our client is an operational arm of the UN, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian & development projects around the world. Their mission is to help people build better lives & countries achieve peace & sustainable development. Our clients areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management & human resources.
• The purpose of this assignment is to contract a professional Consultant Engineer able to provide a variety of engineering services required by our client instructions & directions of the Project Manager, the Renewable Energy Specialist & the City Engineer. The engineering services desired include, but are not limited to that mentioned below.

Prepare of design studies:

• The engineering services desired include, but are not limited to preparation of plans, specifications & estimates of costs for project, detailed studies on specific items, conducting
• investigations, preparation of reports, inspection & construction contract administration. This will include but not limited to:
• Carry out field visits to target facilities to inspect & verify the actual needs, collect data, taking measurements, etc.
• Preparation of specialized engineering studies on a variety of subjects including, but not limited to project scope studies, plans, specifications, BoQs & tender documentations for construction projects varying in complexity, for a portion or the entire project. Services may include preliminary plans & cost estimates, necessary field work, drafting, design, surveying, bid assistance, construction inspection & project management to facilitate review & approval processes, in addition to provide a detailed estimate of cost for the work.
• Coordinate, facilitate & / or attend project related meetings, such as pre bid, preconstruction & project progress meetings.
• Perform various tasks as requested for the preparation of engineering construction plans. The desired services will include, but not be limited to the gathering of required data & providing digital submissions. It is understood that the final work product will be a complete document that will contain all known site features & will be ready for use as a base for final engineering plans.
• Provide technical & administrative support throughout all stages of designing processes by executing / administering a variety of technical design transactions, preparing materials / documentations, complying with our clients processes & procedures.
• Working in coordination with our clients design team, City Engineers & Social Safeguard Officer.
• The consultant will prepare & deliver the required documents in a professional way within specified working period(s).
• Any additional duties required to fulfil the project scope.
• All team’s members shall work side by side & perform all tasks assigned cooperatively.
• Protecting the confidentiality of work.
• Any additional duties required as needed within the scope of the project.

The consultant will prepare & deliver the required documents in a professional way within specified working period which will include but not limited to:

• Technical assessment report.
• High quality digital photographs.
• AutoCAD detailed design using approved layout templates.
• Sizing calculation sheets.
• Bill of Quantities (BOQ), including detailed specifications & cost estimation.

Project reporting:

• This role reports to the line manager.

Key competencies:

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills & ability to work as part of a team.
• 4 years working experience in project assessment, design & management experience in mechanical design & implementation is essential.
• Experience in the usage of computers & software packages (Autodesk AutoCAD, MS Office).
• Very good knowledge in written & oral English & Arabic languages is required.
• Treats all individuals with respect, responds sensitively to differences & encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational & ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity & inclusion.
• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates & supports the development of others.
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners & always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds & maintains strong external relationships & is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self & / or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities & takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our clients impact on their beneficiaries.
• Open to change & flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
• Reflects on experiences & modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Evaluates data & courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks.
• Applies innovation & creativity to problem solving.
• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise & open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings & needs of others. Actively listens & proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion & finding common ground.

Team management:

• This role has no team management resposibility.

Further information:

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.