Apply as Mechanical Engineer at Green Habitat Initiative (GHI) Contract

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Locations: Kebbi / Sokoto
Job Type: Contract Full Time
Tenure: 8 Months

About the Project

• GHI is implementing the Project for Improved Sustainability of Integrated WASH Services (I-WASH) project inKebbi and Sokoto states in collaboration with USAID.
• The project components involve integrating WASH-WRM and watershed studies for the associated catchments in the region.
• The activities will include provision of integrated WASH facilities, watershed studies of the river basins associated with the 4 states, remote monitoring of the WASH facilities and community advocacy. Expected start date is March 2021.

Job Description

• Mechanical Engineer would be responsible for the design and development of the water flow detection sub-system and making sure it meets the usability, durability and environmental requirements.
• Perform engineering duties in planning and designing tools, engines, machines, and other mechanically functioning equipment.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of such equipment as centralized heat, gas, water, and steam systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications using computer software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and work with vendors and contractors.
• Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process.
• Ensure project timeline is met and project stays within budget.
• Plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for new products.
• Develop testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience working in engineering.
• Firm grasp of engineering concepts, and experience designing mechanical systems and products.
• Excellent math skills: ability to apply advanced mathematical principles and statistics to solve problems.
• Experience using CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly.
• Must be self-motivated and a great team worker.

Application Closing Date
26th February, 2021.

Note: We will recruit once we find the right candidate, so we strongly advise you to submit your applications as soon as possible.