Mechanical Engineering Jobs in International Development

Browse international development jobs in the Mechanical Engineering sector. Roles are posted daily from UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, ReliefWeb, and 200+ other sources.

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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers·Vicksburg, United States

Civil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
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United States Army Installation Management Command·Fort Leonard Wood, United States

General EngineeringCivil EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringMechanical Engineering
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers·Bossier City, United States

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers·Bossier City, United States

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical Engineering
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers·Elmendorf AFB, United States

EconomistArcheologyGeneral Natural Resources Management And Biological SciencesWildlife Biology

FAQs — Mechanical Engineering jobs in international development

What qualifications do I need for Mechanical Engineering jobs in international development?

Most Mechanical Engineering positions require a relevant master's degree, 3–7 years of field experience, and strong written English. French or Spanish is often required for francophone Africa or Latin America programmes. Specialised certifications (e.g., WASH engineering, epidemiology) strengthen applications.

Which organisations hire Mechanical Engineering specialists?

Key employers for Mechanical Engineering roles include UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, WFP, FAO, the World Bank, bilateral donors (USAID, FCDO, GIZ), and international NGOs listed on ReliefWeb. Dev Procure aggregates all their vacancies in one place.

Are Mechanical Engineering jobs mostly field-based or HQ-based?

It depends on career stage. Entry to mid-level Mechanical Engineering roles tend to be field-based in developing countries; senior advisory, policy, and research positions are more commonly based in Geneva, New York, Washington D.C., or London.