Specialist - Engineer

Job Description

Title: Specialist - Engineer

Company Name: WaterAid Bangladesh

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Chattogram

Salary: Tk. 127500 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 6 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Masters in Engineering (MEngg) in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.

• At least 6 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Experience: Minimum 06 years of professional experience in water infrastructure design and implementation.

Skills, Knowledge and Competencies:

• Proven experience in supervising construction projects, preferably in WASH or utility sectors.

• Strong understanding of water treatment technologies, pipeline systems, and decentralized solutions.

• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPANET) and MS Office.

• Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.

• Experience working with government agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders.

• Willingness to travel and work in field settings.

Contract type: Long Term, Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Location: WaterAid Bangladesh, Utility Strengthening Project, Chattogram

About the role

The Specialist – Engineer will lead the design, planning, and supervision of water infrastructure components under the Utility Strengthening Project. This includes overseeing the design, construction and installation of pipelines, water ATMs, decentralized water systems, leakage detection systems and Reverse Osmosis (RO) units. The role involves close collaboration with CWASA, contractors, and community stakeholders to ensure infrastructure is technically sound, inclusive, and sustainable. The Specialist will ensure quality assurance, compliance with standards, and timely delivery of engineering outputs aligned with WaterAid’s strategic goals.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design and planning of water infrastructure systems such as pipelines, RO units, ATMs, and decentralized solutions, including preparing technical drawings, BOQs, specifications, and feasibility studies.

• Develop and implement leakage detection systems for piped water services.

• Supervise construction activities, ensuring contractors comply with design, safety, and quality standards, while monitoring progress and resolving technical issues.

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and support procurement by reviewing technical specifications and evaluating bids.

• Coordinate with CWASA engineers, contractors, authorities, and communities to ensure smooth project implementation and address local needs.

• Provide technical guidance to field teams and participate in coordination and technical meetings.

• Prepare and maintain technical reports, progress updates, and documentation to support audits, evaluations, and donor reporting.

• The responsibilities outlined above may be subject to periodic review and revision in consultation with the line manager.

Salary: Monthly gross salary BDT 127,500/- with excellent benefits (Flexible for successful candidates with strong track record and demonstrated credentials).