Інженер/ка (Electrical Engineer)

Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is an international energy, engineering, and development assistance consulting firm, established in 2010 in Arlington, VA, with a Mission to help further sustainable, innovative energy and engineering solutions globally. We are a leading innovator in green energy systems, and provide sustainable, cost-effective energy solutions to governmental, commercial, and energy-impoverished clients. Our goal is to employ innovative energy and engineering solutions that realize the full potential of Earth’s resources. We work across three practices areas—Energy, Infrastructure, and Development—to support clients, such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Trade and Development Agency, Millennium Challenge Corporation, and the U.S. Agency for International Development. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.

About the Project:

U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)/Ukraine requires a broad array of professional architecture and engineering (A&E) services in support of the Mission’s technical offices. Areas of support include agriculture, education, economic growth, export, passive protection, governance, and health. In particular, the Mission requires A&E services in support of critical infrastructure restoration projects in Ukraine with a focus on aiding Ukraine recover and rebuild from Russia’s unprovoked war. Critical infrastructure includes, but is not limited to, energy generation plants; electricity and natural gas transmission; distribution networks; substations; energy storage systems; heating systems and networks; water and sanitation systems; building, housing, and telecommunications networks and systems; transportation systems and networks; border crossing facilities; and railways and ports. 

GPTech is seeking an Electrical Engineer to provide A&E technical support to the USAID/Ukraine Reconstruction Support Program in Ukraine. This is a full-time role based in Kyiv, Ukraine, with travel to project locations required. This position is designated for Ukraine nationals only.

Responsibilities:
The Electrical Engineer will provide independent design, engineering, construction, and quality assurance supervision for ongoing and planned Mission-supported infrastructure projects. This work will support associated services, such as construction, design, and operations; procurement; government-to-government/host country contracting; and maintenance. The services are equally necessary to ensure that infrastructure projects across the Mission portfolio are designed and built to proper standards. Work in each specific area of expertise will support five key areas:

• Technical assessment of facilities
• Design
• Construction Supervision
• Quality Assurance Services
• Training

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or related engineering degree from an accredited University in Ukraine, the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
• 7 years’ experience in design, construction, and quality assurance of electrical engineering activities, and at least 2 years’ experience working in developing countries
• Demonstrated experience supporting professional A&E services for electrical engineering activities, including, but not limited to, quality assurance services and other logistical and technical support across all areas of critical infrastructure
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering principles of construction management and quality control
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic principles of physics, chemistry, and mathematics as applied to electrical engineering and design principles. 
• Knowledge of engineering surveying, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in construction 
• Proficient knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, process, and design/build issues
• Working knowledge of processes and concepts of latest developments in electrical engineering
• Working knowledge of processes and concepts of energy efficiency sphere
• Working knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and recordkeeping requirements related to electricity
• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations
• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities or structures, applying applicable regulations and policies
• Experience working on a USAID project preferred 
• A B1 level of English, both written and spoken, required. Specifically, the ability to effectively communicate complex engineering terminology. Fluency in Ukrainian also required.  
• Valid certificate for energy efficiency expert/auditor/engineer or designer preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, and comfortable learning new software including document controls using cloud storage software, instant messaging, project management, and mobile phone-based inspection forms
• Knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD and ArchiCAD

We thank all those for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, or customer approval.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described in this document are purely representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list encompassing all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.

Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This is a regular full time position

Please apply following the link: https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=gr808