Architectural Engineering Technician - Senior Associate
Quick answer
UNOPS is hiring a Senior Associate Architectural Engineering Technician in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to support infrastructure and building projects, with a focus on expanding access to healthcare, education, energy, and livelihoods in underserved regions. The role requires a High School Diploma and seven years of relevant experience, with a preference for a Technical/Professional Diploma or a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering.
- Role
- Architectural Engineering Technician - Senior Associate
- Organization
- UNOPS
- Location
- Addis Ababa
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The Architectural Engineering Technician Senior Associate will contribute to the design and documentation phase of infrastructure and building projects, ensuring the accuracy and quality of architectural and engineering drawings. This role is essential for the effective implementation of development initiatives aimed at expanding access to healthcare, education, energy, and livelihoods in underserved regions.
What you'll do
- Contribute to the preparation of CAD drawings, 3D models, renderings, and design documentation for infrastructure and building projects.
- Support the development of design concepts and presentations to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery.
- Prepare architectural drawings including plans, sections, elevations, site layouts, and detailed working drawings using the latest version of AutoCAD, REVIT or equivalent software.
- Ensure drawings are prepared in accordance with given instructions, schematic designs, and technical specifications.
- Participate in technical coordination meetings and attend site visits as required.
- Maintain organized records of drawings, revisions, and project documentation.
What it takes
- A High School Diploma/Secondary School Diploma, combined with seven (7) years of relevant experience, is required.
- A Technical/Professional Diploma is desired and may substitute for some of the years of experience required.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field is an asset and may substitute for up to four (4) years of the required relevant work experience.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
- Experience of working in multicultural environments or UN system organizations in a developing country is desired.
- Fluency in English and Amharic is required.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a High School Diploma/Secondary School Diploma, combined with seven (7) years of relevant experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and fluency in English and Amharic.
How do I apply?
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.
Is the job remote?
The job location is specified as Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, but the work schedule is not specified.
How to apply
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