Mechanical Engineer, Homs, Syria

## Mechanical Engineer, Homs, Syria - Organization:UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services Position Title:Mechanical Engineer Job Category:Engineer Seniority Level:Associate Contract Type:ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer Contract Level:LICA 8 Posting Start Date:14-Sep-2026 Posting End Date:28-Sep-2026 This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to critical infrastructure and rehabilitation projects in Syria, working within a UN framework. The role offers exposure to diverse engineering challenges, the chance to apply analytical skills, and contribute to impactful projects that improve essential services and strengthen national systems, while developing professional expertise in a challenging and rewarding environment The UNOPS Middle East Region (MR) provides strategic leadership, performance oversight, and support to UNOPS operations across Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and the State of Palestine. MR is responsible for positioning UNOPS as a key development partner in the region through high-level engagement with regional bodies, UN coordination mechanisms, development banks, donors, and intergovernmental organisations. By fostering strategic partnerships and promoting operational excellence, the region supports country teams in delivering sustainable solutions to complex development, peace, and humanitarian challenges About the Country/Multi-Country Office Established in 2004, the UNOPS Amman Multi-Country Office (MCO) provides strategic and operational support to partners across Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, and the Gulf countries. The MCO delivers solutions that address development, peace, and humanitarian challenges through infrastructure, procurement, project management, and human resources services. Working in close collaboration with national governments, UN agencies, and donors, the office supports efforts to advance the Sustainable Development Goals. Its portfolio includes large-scale operations focused on improving essential services, strengthening national systems, and enhancing resilience in complex and fragile settings. The Nexus Response Mechanism (NRM) programme in Syria is funded by the European Union and managed by UNOPS. The programme aims to strengthen resilience and support sustainable and inclusive recovery through an integrated, conflict-sensitive and area-based approach. Its current focus locations include Haritan and Andan in Aleppo Governorate, Az-Zabadani in Rural Damascus, and Al-Qusayr in Homs Governorate. Under its infrastructure component, the NRM supports the rehabilitation of potable water supply and irrigation infrastructure identified as critical for sustainable recovery, return and livelihood restoration. The incumbent will provide discipline-specific technical support to the assessment, design review, procurement and implementation of relevant NRM infrastructure interventions, including construction supervision, quality assurance, testing, commissioning and handover, as applicable The Mechanical Engineer applies fundamental concepts to gather and analyze data in support of specialists and managers, contributing to the design, review, and supervision of mechanical engineering aspects of projects. This role involves interpreting basic rules and procedures, making initial recommendations based on straightforward analysis, and preparing inputs for reports and other documents, thereby providing the first level of \"thought leadership\" in the mechanical engineering domain Functions / Key Results Expected 1. Technical Support and Design Review - Coordinate and supervise the installation of mechanical systems associated with potable water supply and irrigation infrastructure, including pumps, pumping equipment, pipework, valves and associated mechanical components. - Assist the project team and logistics division in the procurement of mechanical machinery and equipment. - Design and review mechanical installations associated with potable water supply and irrigation infrastructure, including pumps and pumping systems, borehole mechanical equipment, pipework, valves, fittings and associated mechanical systems. - Design and review mechanical installations and services in buildings, including Ventilations, fire fighting & safety, Air Conditioning, HVAC and ducting systems, Hot and Cold Water, sanitary drainage, medical gas, and waste management mechanical systems. - Assist the contract division in preparing and evaluating tender documents for mechanical/plumbing engineering services (technical specifications, BOQs, equipment data sheets, rates, cost estimates, test requirements, etc.). - Design and produce mechanical and plumbing systems design calculations, equipment selection, drawings, and scope of works. - Review pump sizing and selection, operating requirements and technical data to ensure compatibility with the relevant civil and electrical systems. - Review the design of mechanical and plumbing services of projects. - Review and approve Submittals of Technical Material and Shop Drawings submitted by the Contractors for mechanical and plumbing services of projects. - Assist in testing, commissioning, training, performance verification, training and handover of mechanical and plumbing deliverables to clients/beneficiaries 2. Project Assessment and Quality Assurance - Support the project team in reviewing design briefs and design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary. - Support the project team in reviewing design documentation (e.g., drawings, BOQ, and specifications) to meet the required quality and detailing as stipulated by the Project Manager. - Work closely with different project team members during the planning phase, particularly in reviewing the assessment report and design brief summarizing the scope of work fulfilling the needs of the beneficiary, scheduling tasks, and developing an integrated design. - Review the design documents assuring that they meet the quality standard requirements. - Timely deliver the expected outputs. - Contribute to the design review services meeting the Client's Design requirement and support the project team in QA/QC relevant activities to assure that the relevant sections in the design comply with international standards and codes of practices. - Join the project team during site inspections and assessments as required and review the assessment reports only when required 3. Software and Administrative Support - Has the capacity and experience in using drafting software such as Autodesk - AutoCAD and Revit. - Has the capacity and experience to use standard mechanical & plumbing engineering systems design software. - Assist in mechanical and plumbing engineering related material archiving. - Assist in scheduling requested tasks related to mechanical works. - Perform any other tasks relevant to the Infrastructure and Engineering Unit when required 4. WASH and Pump supervision - Review and assess mechanical and hydraulic design for water systems, including pumping stations, boreholes, and transmission lines, ensure compliance with project requirements and international standard. - Supervise the installation, testing, and commissioning of mechanical equipment for water supply and irrigation systems, including pumps, valves, piping systems and related mechanical components. - Supervise the approved Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, and material submittals for mechanical components related to water and sanitation infrastructure, ensuring accuracy and completeness. - Other related tasks at the request of the UNOPS lesion senior officer 5. Administrative and Documentation Tasks - Contribute to the archiving and management of design and engineering documentation for mechanical systems. - Contribute to maintaining organized records, ensuring timely scheduling and tracking of project tasks. - Prepare inputs for periodic progress reports, highlig