Senior Mechanical Engineer
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A 24-month mechanical engineering role based in Kampala, Uganda, providing construction quality assurance and technical oversight on a major building project. The position requires a mechanical engineering degree and at least seven years of relevant construction experience, with responsibilities covering HVAC, plumbing, fire protection systems, and contractor compliance monitoring.
- 24-month contract with expected follow-on work within the DoS program
- Based in Kampala, Uganda with full-time working hours (8 to 5)
- Requires mechanical engineering degree and minimum 7 years of construction experience
- Focus on HVAC, plumbing, boilers, chillers, and fire protection systems
- Applicants must be located in Uganda
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Experience
Level:
Senior level
Length:
7 years
Language Requirement:
English
Working Hours:
Full Time - 8 to 5
Applicant
Location:
Uganda
Job descriptions &
with building construction related to onsite major mechanical and plumbing component for large buildings to include HVAC systems, indoor utilities, boilers, valves and pumps, chillers, air-handling equipment, refrigeration, water systems, drains and plumbing, and demolition is required.
Ensuring that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents
Reading design/construction drawings and understanding design narratives and calculations
Reviewing engineering shop drawings and determining if the contractor has complied with the final design parameters
Observing onsite construction and determining if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
Performing quality assurance tasks, ensuring contractor's work is properly inspected and corrective actions take place, ensuring materials meet contract, reviewing contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements, and resolving conflicts
Monitoring the construction contractor’s quality assurance and safety program, observing onsite construction and determining if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
Monitoring construction progress vis-à-vis the project schedule and submit weekly progress reports with recommendations based on the technical review of project documents and field inspections
Performing technical inspections of the mechanical elements of the project during construction and commissioning, to include a general working knowledge of Fire Protect Systems
Understanding and interpreting drawings in his/her discipline and having a basic understanding of the principals of his/her engineering discipline and how it fits in with other engineering disciplines
Reviewing shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determining if coordination with other disciplines are necessary in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications
Preparing construction reports detailing construction progress and identifying any problem with the construction process related to the incumbent’s area of expertise, after problems are discovered, evaluate contractor’s proposed remedy, formulating solutions for the Project Director
Performing work to U.S. standards; the incumbent should have current working knowledge of acceptable products and procedures
Reviewing design documents (drawings and specifications) that the A/E prepares as well as perform quality assurance for the construction project in his/her technical area of expertise
required on construction projects of similar scope and dollar value to the project supported by this Task Order
Design office
shall not count toward an employee’s
A Professional Engineering license (PE) is acceptable in lieu of a degree
Overseas
is
in Design-Build is
in conducting three phase construction inspections, quality assurance for ongoing construction project
in reviewing and commenting on contractor design, construction, and administrative submittals
in assessing and responding to Requests for Information (RFI) for questions related to engineering and construction
Knowledge of project execution schedules and reviewing contractor invoices for work completed
in proposing submittal substitutions with engineering implications; makes recommendations to the Project Director
in developing Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders, related to discipline
in Reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an engineering perspective during the construction phase
in preparing Monthly Progress Reports and attends meetings summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e. EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc.
Knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required
Other related duties as assigned by the Project Director
Desired Skills
with NOX, SPX, UTIL, CACs, PKG, EOB renovations and perimeter wall and site work
Clearance Information
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY
Travel
Requirements
Location: Kampala, Uganda
WORK
PROJECT DURATION: 24 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE DoS PROGRAM
The position functions as the Mechanical Engineer, providing OBO a full range of critical engineering and construction quality assurance and management and technical oversight of the Kampala, Uganda project. The incumbent is responsible for performing technical inspections of mechanical and plumbing work, monitoring the contractor's quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance. A Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited University is required for this position. Candidate must have
An mechanical engineering degree from an accredited program and a minimum of seven years of
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About Us
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility
for access to classified information.
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Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
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