Mechanics (Electrical Engineer), SC4, Cox's Bazar
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building a pathway to peace, stability, and prosperity. We operate in emergencies and support recovery from conflict, disasters, and extreme weather. WFP values diversity, inclusion, and a high-performing workforce committed to our mission.
Job Purpose
The Mechanics (Electrical Engineer) will be responsible for providing electrical design, budgeting, installation, maintenance, and repair services for WFP infrastructures and generators. This role involves supporting the planning and organization of workshop activities, ensuring compliance with national and international standards, and conducting necessary electrical tests. The incumbent will evaluate systems for functionality and safety, diagnose and fix performance issues, and prepare accurate reports. Additionally, the position requires knowledge of renewable energy systems, tender documentation, and providing technical guidance and training to various stakeholders. The aim is to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of all electrical systems supporting WFP's humanitarian operations.
Responsibilities
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide comprehensive electrical design, budgeting, installation, maintenance, and repair services for its infrastructure and equipment. Key responsibilities include designing electrical systems, preparing technical documentation such as drawings and Bills of Quantities (BoQ), and developing project timelines and material schedules. The role requires providing hands-on technical support and advice during implementation, ensuring adherence to national and international standards, and conducting necessary electrical tests. The engineer will evaluate system functionality, safety, and reliability, diagnose and fix errors in electrical assemblies, and prepare accurate reports. A strong understanding of renewable energy systems, particularly solar power, and lightning protection systems (LPS) is essential. The position also involves preparing tender and contract documentation and providing technical guidance and training to various stakeholders, including operators, partners, and vendors. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in electrical design, installation, and monitoring, with a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and fluency in both English and Bangla.
Work Experience
Requires at least 4 years of experience in the design, installation, and monitoring of electrical activities. A university degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) is mandatory, with a preference for Electrical Engineering or a related field. Desirable qualifications include experience managing electrical design and installations, knowledge of power generation and renewable energy, and proficiency with diagnostic equipment and CAD tools.
Skills
Electrical design, Budgeting, Installation, Maintenance and repair, Technical support, Renewable energy systems (solar), Power generation, transmission, and distribution, Electrical testing, Report preparation, Tender and contract documentation, Technical guidance and training, Use of CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical), Adherence to electrical codes and standards (IEC, ISO) standards, Communication with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders