Senior Associate Electrical Engineer (Design)

Jerusalem Office – UNOPS Project Management and Infrastructure Centre of Excellence

Since the opening of the Jerusalem Office in 2006, UNOPS has significantly strengthened its operations in Palestine. Our expert knowledge, skills and management systems contribute to the sustainable development of public infrastructure in Gaza and the West Bank, including Area C and East Jerusalem.

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. 

• Assist in the design & analysis of Electrical engineering systems for projects to be designed in-house as requested; utilizing research, development, relevant codes, and good engineering practices.

• Assist in preparing Electrical drawings including plans, sections, elevations, schematics, details, and other layouts as needed.

• Produce Auto-CAD design drawings according to the agreed scope of work, ensuring  accurate and high-quality drawings and in a timely manner meeting the set deadlines.

• Assist in preparing Electrical bills of quantities suitable for tendering in an accurate manner and in harmony with the produced design drawings.

• Perform quantity surveying for designed tasks.

• Assist in preparing and verifying technical specifications for Electrical systems including products, apparatus, services and associated quality of workmanship

• Produce programs of works for designed tasks to identify all timelines for the implementation of Electrical Works.

• Assist in Drafting Electrical Engineering design reports, Design Brief Reports, etc..

• Perform needed supporting design calculations.

• Assist in preparing estimates and prices for developed design packages.

• Review Electrical systems designs for Infrastructure projects as assigned by the chief engineer; in terms of accuracy, and suitability to overall design requirements, including Identifying improvements in the designs and being able to propose practical solutions.

• Perform any other related design tasks relevant to Electrical Engineering.

• Manage Electrical engineering-related material archiving.

• Keep files and records of the design processes.

• Coordination with other engineering design disciplines (Architectural /Structural/ Electrical). 

• Assist in scheduling requested tasks related to Electrical works.

• Perform any other tasks relevant to the ISSC Unit as required.

 Monitoring and Progress Controls

• Active participation in weekly Design progress meetings as needed.

• Active participation in periodical staff meetings as needed.

• Maintaining accurate, quality, and completion of documentation as identified in the responsibilities above.

 Final Product

• Deliver delegated tasks by the supervisor on time and as per the required quality parameters.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Education 

•  Completion of secondary school is required

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering from a reputable University is desired but not required. 

• A recognized diploma in Auto-CAD Drafting would be an asset.

1. Work Experience 

• 7 years of experience( or less depending on academic credentials- BA with 3 years and MA with 1 year) in Electrical medium and low current systems design and construction for medium to large scale infrastructure projects.

• Good knowledge in industrial equipment and machinery such as standby generators, UPS, and clean agent systems is an asset

• At least 3 year of comprehensive knowledge in computer drafting software, particularly BIM and “AutoCAD” is essential.

• Experience in using specialized Engineering Design Software such as Dialux software for the lighting systems is an asset

• Work Experience with an international organization and/or UN Agencies is an asset.

• Membership in an accredited Engineers Association is required.

• A valid driving license is an advantage but not essential.

• Good knowledge of the local & international  Building Rules and Regulations is an asset.

• General knowledge of the design standards required for a wide range of buildings, Facilities and equipment is an asset.

• Good report writing and oral presentation skills is an asset..

• High proficiency with computers in particular; G-suite, MS office, Internet, MS Project, and other related software related to the position's field of expertise is an asset.

1. Languages:

• Full proficiency in Arabic and English are required.

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses ( they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.