Research Consultant (Mechanical Engineering)

Job description

The Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Division (PEMRD) of the Center for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (CEGIS) invites applications from qualified, competent and motivated young professionals on a full-time contractual basis. The selected candidates will be engaged in multidisciplinary teams undertaking Feasibility Studies, Environmental Studies (IEE, EIA, ESIA etc.), Engineering and Planning Studies, Survey Activities, Land Acquisition and Resettlement Planning, and other technical assignments related to Solar Parks, Gas Transmission Pipelines, Electricity Transmission Lines, Heavy Industrial Facilities, Power and Energy Infrastructure, and other development projects.

Employment conditions: Full-time, contractual. Initial contract duration 6 (six) months, extension subject to project requirements and satisfactory performance. Salary negotiable. Duty station: CEGIS, Dhaka, with frequent field visits to project locations (including occasional weekends) as required.

How to apply: submit an updated and detailed CV (relevant experience, projects, technical competencies, software proficiency, research experience and publications) and a cover letter to [email protected]. Candidates must clearly mention their expected monthly salary (in BDT) in their CV or cover letter; applications without it may not be considered. Email subject line: "Application for Research Consultant - Mechanical Engineering". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; assessment may include a written examination, practical assessment, technical interview and/or presentation. The authority reserves the right to reject all or any application.

Responsibilities

• Perform and contribute to hydraulic modelling and analysis of gas transmission pipeline systems
• Carry out pipeline sizing and design calculations, including pipe diameter, wall thickness, material grade and operating pressure
• Contribute to preparation and review of preliminary pipeline design packages, layouts, schematic drawings and technical illustrations
• Assist in assessing existing and projected gas demand and supply scenarios
• Review and evaluate mechanical facilities, equipment and associated infrastructure for gas transmission and heavy industrial projects
• Contribute to selection and evaluation of appropriate technologies and engineering alternatives
• Assist in quantity estimation, cost estimation and preliminary budgeting of pipeline and mechanical infrastructure components
• Contribute to Feasibility study reports, engineering assessments and other technical documents

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from a reputed university
• M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline preferred
• Preferably 1-3 years of experience in gas transmission pipelines, energy infrastructure, industrial facilities, mechanical engineering design or feasibility studies
• Practical knowledge of gas transmission pipeline engineering, including hydraulic modelling, pipeline sizing and design calculations
• Working knowledge of pipeline simulation and hydraulic modelling software
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and preparation of engineering layouts and schematic drawings
• Experience in quantity, cost estimation and preliminary budgeting of mechanical and pipeline components
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary professional teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Good communication, coordination and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical writing skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to undertake frequent field visits to remote project locations, including occasional weekends

Benefits

• Initial six-month contract with possible extension
• Exposure to multidisciplinary energy and infrastructure projects

Skills

• AutoCAD
• Cost Estimation
• Hydraulic Modelling
• Mechanical Engineering
• Pipeline Design