Arabic-English Technical Translator

WSP in the Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East in Jeddah seeks a Technical Translator to deliver accurate Arabic-English translations for technical, engineering, and project documentation within a consultancy setting. The role requires native Arabic, advanced English, and meticulous attention to detail, with experience supporting large-scale engineering projects.

The candidate will translate a wide range of documents, review translated materials, and assist with interpretation during meetings, ensuring confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in translation, languages, linguistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional translation experience.
• Native-level Arabic proficiency and excellent English communication skills.
• Experience translating technical and engineering documentation.
• Experience in engineering consultancy, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical, engineering, contractual, and project-related documents between Arabic and English.
• Review and proofread translated materials for accuracy and terminology consistency.
• Translate reports, specifications, correspondence, meeting minutes, presentations, policies, and procedures.
• Support project teams with interpretation and language assistance during meetings and workshops.

Skills

Arabic native proficiency

Strong English communication

Technical translation experience

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Translation/Languages/Linguistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Translation tools

Job description

WSP in the Middle East in Jeddah seeks a Technical Translator to deliver accurate Arabic-English translations for technical, engineering, and project documentation within a consultancy setting. The role requires native Arabic, advanced English, and meticulous attention to detail, with experience supporting large-scale engineering projects.

The candidate will translate a wide range of documents, review translated materials, and assist with interpretation during meetings, ensuring confidentiality