Responsibilities

The Associate Engineer is responsible for applying standard engineering practices and precedents in the design, construction, maintenance, repair and liquidation of structures, facilities and systems required for field missions. Within delegated authority, the Associate Engineer will apply professional engineering knowledge and expertise in the performance of the following duties: 1. Planning and Design: • Applies commonly used engineering calculations, practices and precedents in completing portions of larger projects related to the design, construction, or repair of buildings, roads, bridges, airfields, helipads, railways, docks, waste disposal systems, flood control systems, water treatment facilities, electrical power generation and distribution systems, environmental control systems, field defenses, mine detection and clearance, and other related structures and activities in the field. • Conducts preliminary site investigations to obtain field data such as soil characteristics, drainage and other data required for building site selection. • Prepares design layouts for smaller or less complex portions of buildings and facilities. • Produces cost data and estimates on engineering-related requirements of current and planned field missions. Participates in budget projections. • Completes architectural and engineering drawings using AutoCAD software. Where necessary, visits work sites for inspection of site conditions and/ or for taking of measurements. • Converts old/ historical drawings to AutoCAD files liaising with GIS office as and when appropriate in providing a consolidated mission wide reference source for maps and layouts. • Maintains and controls any request for copies of architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical plans. 2. Implementation: • Develops technical data and scopes of work regarding materials and methods, sizes, quantities and costs to be incorporated in formal specifications. • Analyzes project proposals to ensure technical feasibility and to ensure that project objectives are attainable within the prescribed resources. • Liaises with other engineers and mission specialists responsible for related specialized phases to arrive at mutually satisfactory approaches to problems by exchanging and comparing data. • Undertakes research to gather information related to engineering projects. • Prepares engineering presentations using advances in technologies. • Evaluates technical proposals from bidders/vendors for solicitation processes. • Provides where possible recommendations for improvement to current Unit workflows/processes and implement (in coordination with respective unit staff). • Supervises construction as and when required. • Performs other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Ability and experience across a broad range of administrative functions, which should include budget/work programme, human resources and database management; Knowledge and application of the UN systems and Staff Regulations and Rules; A high degree of commitment to ensure the proper use of the Organization’s resources; Proven capability to put all the above knowledge to work, working, independently with a high degree of responsibility; Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments and adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary and uses time efficiently. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; Is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical engineering, architecture or other related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in engineering or related areas is required. Experience in construction supervision and safety coordination for an international organization is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the position advertised, fluency in English and Arabic (both oral and written) is required. NOTE: Fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and “knowledge of” equals a rating of “confident” in two of the four areas.