Mechanical Engineer

Organization: UNDP Yemen, through Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development (SOC). VA No. VA26/153 Position Title: Mechanical Engineer Duty Station: Yemen, Aden National or International Consultancy: National Duration: 58 working days distributed across 5 active months with the possibility of extension, subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance, and continuing need for the position Number of Required Positions: 1 Vacancy Date of Issue: 31 August 2026 Vacancy Closure Date: 06 September 2026 Expected Starting Date: As soon as possible To review the full job description, please click on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L7FXhCfBBjfcHI9hXFitARYUu3xPVhsu/view?usp=sharing Academic Qualifications B.Sc. Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum Years Of Relevant Work Experience Bachelor’s degree + at least 7 years of relevant professional experience, or Master’s degree + at least 4 years of relevant professional experience, in mechanical/electromechanical infrastructure, including design review, contract support and construction supervision. Demonstrated participation in at least three assignments/projects of similar nature and complexity. Relevant experience should include mechanical or complex infrastructure projects and substantial involvement in design review and/or supervision, technical submissions, QA/QC, testing/commissioning and contract administration. Ability to review technical calculations, drawings, specifications, equipment schedules and BOQs is required. Experience using computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), Engineering Programs (AUTO-CAD electrical, OpenPLC, Modbus), and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems. Knowledge of international standards for infrastructure projects and contracts management (ISO standards, British Standards, FIDIC contracts, IEC, etc.) and experience from international donor-funded infrastructure projects. Experience with port, industrial, cold-storage/cold-chain, RO/water-treatment, pumping, fire-protection or facilities-related mechanical systems. Experience working with multi-disciplinary design and construction teams and liaising with end users and local authorities. A proven track of excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Knowledge of UNDP program management and financial procedures and policies. Knowledge and working experience with UNDP, the United Nations system, and INGOs, particularly with governance and recovery programmes. Required Language(s) Fluency in both written and spoken English and Arabic is required.

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for design review, contract support, and construction supervision of mechanical and electromechanical infrastructure. This includes managing technical submissions, QA/QC, and overseeing the commissioning of complex systems like water treatment and fire protection.

Requires a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with at least 7 years of experience (or a Master's with 4 years) in infrastructure projects. Fluency in English and Arabic, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and international engineering standards, is mandatory.

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• Mechanical Engineering
• Design Review
• Construction Supervision
• Contract Administration
• QA/QC
• Testing and Commissioning
• Auto-CAD Electrical
• OpenPLC
• Modbus
• FIDIC Contracts
• ISO Standards
• British Standards
• IEC Standards
• Technical Calculations
• BOQ Analysis

• Engineering
• Construction
• Consulting
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

7+ years

Apply by

Sep 30, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level