National Electrical Engineer At CTG (Committed To Good)

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Overview of position

Background:

The Aden fishery harbour, located in Yemen, serves as a critical infrastructure hub for the country’s fishing industry & coastal economy. Established in the late 1970s & operational by 1986, the harbour was initially equipped with comprehensive facilities for fish handling, processing & marketing. Covering an area of 96,612 square meters, the harbour played a pivotal role in connecting the eastern & western coastal governorates along Yemen’s coastline.
However, years of conflict, neglect & inadequate maintenance have significantly degraded the harbour’s infrastructure. Core systems, including wastewater facilities, roads, electrical systems & sewage networks, are in critical disrepair. Operations have been severely hampered due to corroded sewage pipes, damaged pumping stations & outdated treatment facilities, posing risks to public health & the marine ecosystem.
In response, our client in Yemen has launched an initiative to rehabilitate the harbour, contributing to improved food security, economic recovery & the empowerment of coastal communities. This project aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation (UN SDG) framework (2022 – 2024), emphasizing sustainable infrastructure development & environmental preservation.
The electricity supply to the harbour comes from a substation located east of the port. The electricity is transferred to the harbour via medium voltage cables in poor condition, supplying six step down dry transformers (four rated at 1000 kVA & two at 650 kVA). Additionally, three emergency generators are non functional due to missing parts & a lack of routine maintenance. The fishing harbour’s electrical infrastructure has suffered from years of neglect, with most components requiring either major rehabilitation or complete replacement.
There are electrical boxes located at the edge of the quay for supplying vessels with electrical energy & it has been found that electrical boxes are completely damaged & the cables are torn & damaged. Some of the cables are buried in dust & dirt.
The site contains 28 lighting poles along the sidewalk, many of which are in poor condition. Some poles lack arms, others have two arms & most are missing lighting units. Furthermore, the harbour lacks fibre optic cables for telecommunications, as well as a telephone exchange or accessories in the communication room. The administration building has landline & internet connections sourced from a nearby telephone box, but the connections are unorganized. Surveillance cameras are installed only on the outer walls of the central workshop & the fishing port gate, leaving the rest of the site without coverage.

Previous work included the following tasks:

Initial assessments & site inspection: Evaluating the existing electrical network, including medium voltage cables, transformers, disconnect switches, power generators, main distribution panels & the earthing system.
Technical evaluation & preliminary design Solutions: Partial testing of transformers, power cables & generators. Also, energy requirement calculations & demand forecasts for future operations were not detailed or based on technical & scientific grounds.
Initial design proposals for rehabilitation: Proposing preliminary designs for the rehabilitation of energy distribution without integrating modern & sustainable energy solutions, such as solar power.
To ensure the successful rehabilitation of the harbour, the Electrical Engineer will now be required to review past assessments, finalize technical designs & prepare comprehensive tender documentation.

Role objectives

The Electrical Engineer shall play a key role in the successful rehabilitation of the Aden fishery harbour’s electrical infrastructure. The objective of this consultancy is to ensure that all electrical rehabilitation efforts align with modern technical, safety & environmental standards, contributing to a sustainable & resilient power supply system for the harbour. Key goals of this consultancy include:

Conducting a comprehensive review & validation of prior assessments, ensuring that findings are technically sound & reflective of current conditions.
Identifying gaps & deficiencies in the existing electrical infrastructure, proposing remedial measures based on international best practices.
Developing detailed engineering designs & specifications for the rehabilitation & modernization of electrical & communication systems, including transformers, distribution panels, emergency generators, street lighting & fibre optic communication networks.
Integrating sustainable & energy efficient solutions, including the possible incorporation of solar power for street lighting & backup energy supply.
Ensuring that technical tender documents comprehensively outline scope, materials & implementation methodologies, facilitating a transparent & effective procurement process.
Engaging with key stakeholders, including public electricity corporation & Aden harbour management, to align rehabilitation efforts with national policies & infrastructural priorities.
Preparing a detailed cost estimate & budgeting framework for the recommended upgrades, providing a comprehensive financial analysis.

The consultant will perform the following tasks:

Task 1: Document review & verification & stakeholder consultations:

Conduct a meticulous evaluation of previous assessments & testing, identifying technical gaps & areas requiring further investigation.
Assess the findings related to power supply infrastructure, transformers, generators, High Voltage (HV) & Low Voltage (LV) cables, street lighting & backup power sources, then review electrical network conditions for them.
Analyse the feasibility & effectiveness of prior recommendations, ensuring alignment with international electrical safety & efficiency standards.
Provide detailed recommendations for system optimization, modernization & long term sustainability strategies.
Engage with key stakeholders, including our client, harbour authorities, public electricity corporation & relevant, to gather feedback on the findings & recommendations of the detailed assessments & consultations.
Conduct virtual or in person consultations as necessary to align on project priorities & address potential technical or operational concerns.
Conduct regular coordination meetings with the project team, our client & harbour authorities to review progress, resolve any design issues & ensure alignment with the project’s objectives.
Coordination with engineers who are working on the site on shared tasks is crucial to avoid conflicts, ensure efficient resource use & maintain progress through regular communication & clear responsibilities.

Task 2: Development of design:

Prepare the final design brief & conceptional design:

In this part, the consultant is expected to develop & confirm a mature concept for the required design works including determining the scope of work. This should be supported with detailed environmental assessments, design sketches, project plan & other required elements. The consultant will prepare the design concept(s) to obtain the best option that meets the following criteria:

Review & refine the scope of work based on findings & recommendations.
Functional, operation & aesthetic requirements to meet the stakeholder inputs.
Available resources.
Site, resource, social & environmental constraints.
Safeguarding considerations.
Cost benefit analysis & budget limitations.
Risk assessment & mitigation strategies.
Sustainability.
Pros & cons, economic viability, investment costs criteria & any other required criteria from the designer perspective.

In this phase, the consultant shall prepare the concept design, concept layouts, a brief regarding required structural, coordination, systems, assessment of the site seismicity for the project, etc. Also to deliver a concept design for the remaining other facilities as applicable. It is also required to review & determine the design codes that will be adopted, after making sure that they are applicable in Yemen. The consultant should also coordinate closely with the Project Engineer in regard to the expected cost of the proposed solutions & keep track with the available project budget. Specify construction materials that are going to be used and identify & assess the nearest & most suitable resources. Consider the use of innovative materials or construction techniques to enhance the project’s sustainability. In case where multiple design options are prepared, they should be evaluated across the above mentioned criteria to select the best option for design concept.

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for designing a comprehensive electrical rehabilitation plan for the harbour, ensuring reliability, safety & sustainability. The following aspects will be covered in this phase:

Specify high quality materials, equipment & construction methodologies that comply with international standards (IEC, IEEE & NEC).
Develop structured implementation phases to minimize disruptions during rehabilitation.
Develop detailed engineering designs for the rehabilitation of the electrical system, including transformers, power distribution, emergency backup generators & modern communication infrastructure.
Ensure proper design of infrastructure requirements (ducts, manholes) for connecting power supply & communication networks.
Specify materials, equipment & installation methodologies for compliance with best practices & sustainability.
Proposals for durability enhancements & adherence to safety standards.
Perform operational & maintenance plan by establishing a maintenance schedule, train harbour staff on operations, upkeep & ensure accessible components like manholes & pumping stations for inspections & repairs.
Implementation planning by creating detailed plans with construction schedules, resource requirements, risk mitigation strategies & stakeholder engagement for approvals & feedback.
Design reports with all related calculations notes (overing electrical load calculations, short circuit analysis, voltage drop calculations & power distribution studies etc.). For all the work, use internationally recognized design software based on established standards & when performing manual calculations, maintain neat & accurate records. The design record must be available for reviews & checks at any time & must be handed over to our client if requested at any time before the end of the assignment. The report should also include an executive summary.
All the documents should be submitted in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PDF, Word, DWG, Revit) & the source of the designed program.
Final report for the design brief & conceptional design.

Electrical infrastructure layout & system design:

Design load distribution for various facilities, including:

Docking & berthing areas.
Fish processing & storage units & Ice plant.
Administrative offices, workshops & warehouses.
Vessel shore power (cold ironing).
Navigational aids & marine signalling systems.
Security, lighting & surveillance systems.
Water supply, firefighting & sewage pumps or treatment plants.
Assess peak load demand, redundancy needs & future expansion capacity.

Power supply & backup system:

Assess the feasibility of integrating renewable energy sources, such as solar power, for energy efficiency.
Propose & design emergency backup solutions, including sizing & placement of diesel generators & UPS systems.
Upgrade / rehabilitate transformers, considering their capacity, efficiency & protection requirements or replace them or determine transformer capacity & locations based on the cost benefit analysis.
Develop Medium Voltage (MV) & Low Voltage (LV) power distribution layouts.
Design main switchgear & power distribution boards.

Shore power (cold ironing) for vessels:

Design shore power supply connections to reduce vessel fuel consumption.
Ensure compliance with international frequency & voltage.
Implement power quality measures to prevent voltage fluctuations.

Street & site lighting design:

Conduct an assessment of existing lighting infrastructure & propose a new optimized design covering all the lighting required for the design of the harbor’s lighting system.
Incorporate energy efficient lighting solutions such as LED & solar-powered lighting.
Solar powered navigational lights for marine safety.
Ensure proper placement & uniformity of lighting to enhance security & operational safety.

Safety & protection systems:

Design an earthing system to protect infrastructure from electrical surges & faults.
Implement surge protection measures for all critical power & communication networks.
Develop fire protection strategies, including automated fire suppression systems for electrical control rooms.

Safety & protection systems:

Design an earthing system to protect infrastructure from electrical surges & faults.
Design lightning protection system for buildings & high mast lighting poles.
Implement surge protection measures for all critical power & communication networks.
Develop fire protection strategies, including automated fire suppression systems for electrical control rooms.

Telecommunication & security systems:

Design & integrate fibre optic networks for improved communication within the harbor.
Propose structured cabling plans for voice, data & surveillance (CCTV) systems.
Ensure interoperability between electrical & security systems, allowing for centralized monitoring & control.

Implementation & phasing plan:

Develop a phased approach to minimize disruption to ongoing port operations.
Establish technical specifications for materials, installation methodologies & quality assurance standards.
Outline maintenance strategies for sustained long term operational efficiency.

SCADA & automation system:

Develop SCADA (Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition) for monitoring power distribution & performance.

Integrate electrical systems with:

Fire alarms.
Security monitoring.
Renewable energy management.
HVAC & refrigeration systems.

Task 3: Tender document preparation:

Prepare comprehensive technical tender documents, including:

Clearly define the scope of work, including technical & operational requirements for each component of the project.
Develop updated & itemized Bills of Quantities (BOQs) with precise cost breakdowns based on local market rates & international best practices.
Provide detailed technical specifications for materials, equipment, compliance sheet & construction methods to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Include detailed design drawings and layouts (PDF, DWG, Revit), showcasing but not limited, as single line diagrams, panel schedules, power distribution layouts, grounding system design, lighting layouts, cable routing plans, emergency power system drawings, instrumentation, control schematics, telecommunication & surveillance layouts. These documents ensure a complete representation of power distribution, safety measures, automation & communication systems etc.
Incorporate environmental & safety management plans, outlining measures to mitigate construction impacts, safeguard workers & protect surrounding ecosystems.
Draft detailed implementation methodologies, timelines & quality assurance protocols for contractor adherence.
All drawings shall be prepared to ISO standards. They shall include all layouts, sections, details, dimensions etc. Drawings shall be presented in standard scales, with a minimum scale of 1:100 for engineering plans & a more detailed scale for the detailed drawings. Drawings shall include title blocks featuring the name & logo of the donor, beneficiary & our client. They shall also include drawing numbers, revision numbers, revision dates, legends, scale & the necessary technical content. A complete set of drawings shall consist of, but is not limited to, the following main components namely cover sheet, index sheet, general notes & legend, engineering drawings & book of details.

Task 4: Design support during tendering & construction:

The design support during tendering & construction ensures a successful transition from design to execution by providing critical technical assistance at two key stages: tendering & construction. Key tasks in this phase include:

Tendering process support:

Respond to technical queries from bidders as requested by our client, ensuring clarity of the project’s technical requirements & promoting adherence to design specifications.
Provide clarification on design intent, offer additional information & address any ambiguities in the tender documents to facilitate a fair & competitive bidding process.

Construction phase support:

Offering ongoing technical support during construction, including responding to inquiries from the construction team & overseeing necessary design modifications due to unforeseen site conditions.
Ensure that any design changes are effectively integrated without compromising the project’s quality or objectives, maintaining the integrity of the original design throughout the construction period.

The consultant is expected to adopt a participatory and iterative approach, involving:

Prepare a methodology for his understanding the task outline in TOR.
The consultant will thoroughly review existing assessments, testing, reports, drawings & technical documentation to establish a comprehensive understanding of the electrical system condition & the prior work undertaken.
The approach will emphasize meaningful interactions with stakeholders to ensure alignment, address concerns & integrate their inputs into the rehabilitation framework. Regular consultations with relevant authorities, our clients representatives & technical experts will be conducted.
Field visits will be undertaken to validate the findings of previous assessments, observe the current structural conditions & gather any additional data needed for accurate analysis.
Performing load flow analysis, short circuit studies & power quality assessments.
The methodology will integrate international best practices in marine infrastructure rehabilitation, including sustainable & environmentally friendly techniques, ensuring compliance with applicable standards & codes.
Draft designs, specifications & tender documents will undergo iterative review processes to incorporate feedback from stakeholders & technical reviewers, ensuring the final deliverables are robust & actionable.
The consultant will identify potential risks, such as construction challenges, environmental impacts, stakeholder concerns & propose mitigation strategies to address these risks proactively.
A robust quality assurance framework will be implemented to verify the accuracy & integrity of all deliverables, ensuring alignment with the project objectives & our clients expectations.

Each delivery will be subject to review & approval by our client & relevant stakeholders. The consultant must ensure that the quality of all deliverables aligns with the best international practices & our clients standards. Any revisions or additional information requested during the review process must be incorporated within agreed timelines shared below:

Deliverable 1: Document verification report & stakeholder consultations

Description: Review & report for findings of detailed assessments & proposed methodology for next step preparation after stakeholder consultations

Timeline: Within 2 weeks after Notice to Proceed (NTP)

Payment: 25% of total payment

Submission requirement / approving authority: Upon submission & approval of the deliverable report covering the required outputs. Our client, in consultation with stakeholders, will review & send in case of any enquiry within one week

Deliverable 2: Draft technical documents

Description: Design brief & conceptional design including all calculations & drawings layouts

Timeline: Within 7 weeks of the start of the consultancy

Payment: 40% of total payment

Submission requirement / approving authority: Design brief & conceptional design should be approved before moving to the detail design. Upon submission & approval of the deliverable report covering the required outputs. Our client, in consultation with stakeholders, will review & send them in case of any enquiry within two weeks

Deliverable 3: Final technical documents

Description: BOQs & specifications, scope of work, detailed drawings, compliance sheet, cost estimates, designed report, implementation methodologies, timelines, workflow & environmental plans. Finalized documents incorporating feedback from stakeholders & our client

Timeline: Within 9 weeks of the start of the consultancy

Payment: 25% of total payment

Submission requirement / approving authority: Upon submission & approval of the deliverable report covering the required outputs. Our client will review & send in case of any enquiry within two weeks

Deliverable 4: Design support during tendering & construction

Description: Design support during tendering & construction ensures a successful transition from design to execution

Timeline: Twelve months after the tendering process for the construction work

Payment: 10% of total payment

Submission requirement / approving authority: The retained amount will be released upon the issuance of the substantial completion certificate. However, in case the project is cancelled or any unforeseen circumstances arise that prevent the implementation of the project, the full retained amount should be released

Project reporting

The National Engineering Consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Project Engineer in close coordination with our clients engineering unit. The consultant will provide regular updates to our clients Yemen team on progress, key findings & strategic recommendations throughout the consultancy period. Additionally, the governance structure will include:

The consultant will participate in bi weekly progress review meetings with the Project Manager & stakeholders to report on milestones, discuss challenges & ensure timely resolution of issues.
The consultant must maintain detailed records of all activities, including meeting minutes, field observations & technical analyses. These records will be submitted as part of the project documentation & will be subject to review by our client.
All deliverables must adhere to our clients policies on environmental & social safeguards, financial transparency & ethical standards. The consultant is accountable for ensuring that all project activities comply with these policies.

Accountability will be ensured through a transparent reporting mechanism, where progress updates are shared with all stakeholders & deliverables are reviewed & approved based on predefined criteria.

Key competencies

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, an advanced degree (master’s or Ph.D.) in a relevant discipline is desirable.
Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in electrical system assessment, design & implementation.
Demonstrated experience in electrical modeling using advanced computational tools.
Previous experience in port or landscaping infrastructure projects (related to the electrical systems), including design & implementation phases.
Proven track record of working on environmentally compliant projects aligned with international standards.
Strong analytical & problem solving skills with the ability to address complex technical challenges effectively.
Performed at least 2 projects as a consultant related to ports or landscaping scaled projects rehabilitation & reconstruction related to the electrical systems.
Proven track record in preparing tender documents & BOQs.
Experience in development of compressive scope of works, BOQ’s, drawings & designs.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP & other electrical design software.
Familiarity with IEC, NEC, ANSI, IEEE, BS & local electrical codes.
Fluency in English & Arabic (written & spoken) is required.
Ability to work in Yemen governorates specifically in Aden.
Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values & ethical standards.
Strong knowledge & experience in building capacities in reporting, particularly in the context of technical & engineering projects.
High level of professionalism & ability to work independently, often in high pressure situations & under tight deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to facilitate training sessions, workshops & presentations for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to engage with stakeholders at multiple levels (government, contractors, our clients teams) & maintain collaborative relationships.
Proven expertise in technical report writing, including strategic recommendations & detailed engineering assessments.

Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

Facilities to be provided by our client:

Our client will provide support letters to facilitate access to the site visits. In addition, they will provide feedback on any inquiry regarding any specific requirements.
Our client will appoint a focal point for the assignment.
All requests for information, guidance & assistance should be addressed & provided with the focal point.
This includes liaison with other client units & national departments as well as access to any relevant data that is not classified as restricted.
Other personnel from the our clients organization to be assigned to the project shall be as agreed during the pre contract meeting.

Contract duration:

The contract will be for a total of 35 working days over a 2 month period.
Specific working days will be allocated based on project requirements, deliverable deadlines & coordination with our client.
Additionally, 10% of the contract amount will be retained for one year to support during tendering & construction.

Duty station:

The consultant will be based in Aden, Yemen with regular participation in meetings with our client & stakeholders will be necessary.

Scope of price & payment:

Payment shall be provided upon satisfactory completion of the deliverables outlined in the table above.
Payment requests submitted by the consultant & must be certified by the supervisor(s).
Payments are to be made within 30 days from receipt of invoice.
A certification of payment needs to be signed & approved by the direct supervisor.

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