Materials Engineer - Infrastructure Quality

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Materials Engineer - Infrastructure Quality position in Abu Dhabi, UAE with AECOM. The role focuses on controlling material approvals, evaluating test results, coordinating testing activities, and ensuring materials meet project specs and standards.

Ideal candidate has infrastructure experience, road projects, and strong QA/QC skills. The engineer will work with laboratories, contractors, suppliers, and Resident Engineer teams to maintain traceable quality records and drive conformity throughout

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Relevant infrastructure and civil construction project experience.
• Experience reviewing material submittals, data sheets, certificates and product data.
• Ability to interpret lab and field test results against project criteria.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, inspection processes, and project specs.
• Knowledge of material sampling, testing frequencies, non-conformance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor material-related construction activities and verify compliance with project requirements.
• Review submittals, technical data sheets, certificates and samples prior to approval.
• Confirm proposed materials meet specifications, standards, designs and contractual criteria.
• Evaluate lab and field test reports and determine acceptance.
• Witness material sampling, testing, inspection at site and labs.
• Inspect delivered materials against approved submittals and certificates.
• Coordinate material matters with contractors, labs, suppliers, and site teams.
• Identify non-conforming materials and ensure proper reporting and control.
• Maintain traceable records of submissions, approvals, inspections and tests.

Skills

Construction materials engineering

QA/QC procedures

Material sampling

Laboratory testing

Material inspection

Material submittal review

Non-conformance reporting

Test result interpretation

Coordinate with contractors

Contract compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering

Job description

Materials Engineer - Infrastructure Quality Job Snapshot Role: Materials Engineer - Infrastructure Quality Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Production Quality Assurance Experience: Relevant infrastructure and civil construction experience Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Materials Engineer - Infrastructure Quality in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for a construction materials professional experienced in infrastructure, roads, laboratory testing, field inspections, and QA/QC compliance. AECOM is hiring an engineer to control material approvals, evaluate technical submittals and test results, coordinate testing activities, and ensure construction materials consistently satisfy project specifications, contractual requirements, and applicable standards.

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Production Quality Assurance Salary: 14000-21000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Materials Engineer provides technical oversight of materials incorporated into an infrastructure project, creating a critical quality link between design requirements, procurement, testing laboratories, suppliers, contractors, and site supervision teams. The position focuses on confirming material suitability before and during construction so that roads and associated civil works achieve the specified performance, durability, and quality standards. Effective materials control also reduces defective work, prevents unsuitable products from entering permanent construction, and supports efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor material-related construction activities and verify compliance with approved project requirements.
• Review material submittals, technical data sheets, product certificates, samples, manufacturer information, and supporting documentation before recommending approval.
• Confirm that proposed construction materials satisfy specifications, applicable standards, approved designs, and contractual criteria.
• Evaluate laboratory and field test reports and determine whether results meet specified acceptance requirements.
• Witness and monitor material sampling, testing, inspection, and verification activities at site and approved laboratories.
• Inspect materials delivered to the project and compare them against approved submittals, samples, certificates, and specified requirements.
• Coordinate material matters with contractors, testing laboratories, suppliers, Resident Engineer, QA/QC personnel, and site supervision teams.
• Identify unsuitable, damaged, unapproved, or non-conforming materials and ensure they are properly reported and controlled.
• Track corrective actions associated with material non-conformances through verification and satisfactory closure.
• Maintain traceable records covering material submissions, approvals, inspections, test reports, certificates, samples, and non-conformance documentation.
• Monitor testing frequency and sampling activities to ensure required quality control procedures are followed.
• Provide technical input to the Resident Engineer on material selection, compliance concerns, test results, and proposed alternatives.
• Support the QA/QC team in resolving material-related quality issues that could affect construction progress or finished asset performance.
• Review technical information from suppliers and laboratories to identify discrepancies before materials are incorporated into permanent works.
• Coordinate proactively with project stakeholders when test failures or material deficiencies require investigation, replacement, retesting, or corrective measures.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Relevant professional experience involving infrastructure, roads, or major civil construction projects.
• Practical understanding of construction materials and their application within road and infrastructure works.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing material submittals, technical documentation, certificates, and product data.
• Strong capability in interpreting laboratory and field testing results against project acceptance criteria.
• Sound knowledge of QA/QC procedures, inspection processes, project specifications, and construction quality requirements.
• Familiarity with material sampling, testing frequencies, inspection workflows, and non-conformance procedures.
• UAE or wider GCC infrastructure project experience is preferred.
• Able to coordinate effectively with contractors, suppliers, laboratories, consultants, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong technical judgment when assessing material suitability, failed test results, and corrective proposals.
• Methodical approach to documentation and maintaining auditable quality records.
• Clear communication and practical problem-solving skills suited to an active construction environment.

Skills Set

• Construction materials engineering
• Infrastructure materials
• Road construction materials
• Material submittal review
• Material approval procedures
• Technical data sheet review
• Material certificates
• Laboratory testing
• Field material testing
• Material sampling
• Material inspection
• Test result interpretation
• QA/QC procedures
• Project specifications
• Contract compliance
• Material acceptance criteria
• Non-conformance reporting
• Corrective action follow-up
• Supplier coordination
• Testing laboratory coordination
• Contractor coordination
• Quality documentation
• Material traceability
• Site inspection
• Civil construction quality control
• Technical compliance assessment

Why Join Us

This role offers direct involvement in the materials quality strategy of a major Abu Dhabi infrastructure project, where engineering decisions influence construction durability, compliance, and long-term asset performance. The position provides valuable exposure to road and civil works, specialist laboratories, contractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary supervision teams. It also creates a strong platform for developing deeper expertise in infrastructure QA/QC, materials engineering, construction supervision, and technical quality management within the Civil Engineering industry.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, advisory, program management, and construction management services. Its professionals support major transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy developments, working with public- and private-sector clients to deliver resilient infrastructure through multidisciplinary technical expertise and established project delivery practices.