U.S. Embassy in Bujumbura, Burundi Mechanical Engineer (ME) Employment Opportunity

Vacancy Announcement No. 2010-32

Position: Mechanical Engineer FSN 1105 -10

Opening Date: August 09, 2010

Closing Date: August 23, 2010

This position is recruited on a two (2) year contract

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

* Observe all mechanical construction, testing, commissioning and training activities to ensure adherence to approved plans and specifications, and all applicable codes.
* Make recommendations for corrective action if required.
* Maintain a daily log to record all activities, inspections, and all contact with the contractor.
* Assist in preparation of government estimates in support of contract modifications.
* Assist in Quality Assurance program in review of contract submittals, including shop drawings samples, calculations and test results.

Qualifications Required

* Education – A Bachelors degree (4 year course of study) from a technical college or university in mechanical engineering.
* Prior Work Experience -A minimum of ten years experience in construction/installation of mechanical systems in buildings.
* Language Proficiency-Fluency in English and French are required.

To apply to this position – Qualified individuals who are interested in applying for this position may:

1. Stop by the US Embassy’s main entrance to pick up an application packet or
2. Download the application form available on the Bujumbura Embassy Internet Site below; click on the link “Application form.”

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available at http://burundi.usembassy.gov/resources/employment-opportunities