Position: Materials Engineer (GCC Only)

Arab Center for Engineering Studies; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialized engineering firm in Jeddah is seeking a Materials Engineer to manage testing activities and ensure compliance with specifications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and some experience in materials testing. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth in the Middle East.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in Civil Engineering.
• Knowledge of ASTM, BS, AASHTO testing standards.
• Ability to analyze test data.

Responsibilities

• Issue testing reports and coordinate activities with clients.
• Prepare and check material testing reports.
• Supervise material testing schedules.

Skills

Building Codes knowledge

Various testing methods knowledge

Basic Technical and Laboratory Skills

Data Analysis

Knowledge of ISO requirements

Fundamentals of Materials Science

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Materials Testing Equipment

Job description

Position: Materials Engineer

About the Arab Center of Engineering Studies (ACES):

ACES is a Leading Specialized Engineering Company in the Middle East. At ACES, we offer a wide range of specialized engineering services, including site and geotechnical investigation, materials technology and testing, quality control of projects, special studies, land and marine surveying, and chemical and environmental testing.

With our wealth of experience, strong relationships, technical knowledge, and focus, we help our clients with fast, reliable, cost-effective, and quality engineering solutions that meet their expectations.

What ACES is Looking For?

ACES is looking for a Materials Engineer to join our team in KSA.

Job Summary:

Issue testing reports, coordinate construction testing activities with technicians and clients and ensure all testing are performed according to required specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Managerial Duties:

·Implement section’s policies, goals, objectives and procedures and support in their development as needed.

·Support Senior Engineer/Department Manager in the implementation of operations plans, policies, procedures, and transition/migration plans.

Technical Skills

·Respond to customers’ inquiries concerning testing progress and reporting.

·Prepare and initially check material testing reports prior to their submission for approval by the Materials Department Manager.

·Follow-up laboratory tests of various construction materials including soil, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, steel, tile, kerbstone ...etc.

·Analyze test data and conduct corrective action to prevent non-conforming products.

·Set materials testing schedules and supervise work performed by materials testing technicians.

·Conduct materials testing and special inspection reports and communicate results to Department Manager, client, contractor and other relevant parties.

·Ensure tests are carried out in accordance with relevant standard test methods and according to agreed customers’ requirements.

·Conduct analysis as required after receiving tests results from technicians, and ensure it compliance with national and international standards.

·Ensure all site equipment and instruments are fit for use by provision of necessary resources for the implementation of calibration and maintenance programs.

·Ensure proper implementation of safety regulations and protection measures are taken in the lab.

·Receive and inspect material samples delivered to the Laboratory.

·Perform review of related orders and ensure all the required information is clear and available.

·Ensure proper storage of received samples, maintain and record specified sample storage conditions, if any, curing and ambient temperature.

·Prepare Sample Disposal Schedule on bi-weekly basis and in coordination with Lab Supervisor and follow up sample disposal and maintain related records.

·Prepare MS & special test reports in coordination with the Sr. Civil Engineer & Department Manager.

·Monitor the productivity of the data entries reports on daily basis.

·Any duties or responsibilities assigned by the management.

Reporting To:

This position will directly report to the Materials Department Manager/ Material Section Head.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience:

·Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or any related field.

·0-2 years of experience in the field of Civil Engineering.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

·Building Codes (i.e., ACI, UBC & SBC) and Specifications

·Various testing method knowledge (i.e., ASTM, BS, AASHTO, ANSI and CIRIA) and Local or International Standards

·Measurement, Basic Technical and Laboratory Skills.

·Fundamentals of Mathematics, Calculations, Statistics and Data Analysis.

·Knowledge of ISO 17025/9001/45001/14001 requirements.

·Fundamentals of Materials Science.

·Materials Tests.

·Materials Testing Procedures.

·Operation and Use of Materials Testing Equipment.

·Occupational Safety.

Why work for ACES?

At ACES, we believe in potential. We strive to create a work environment that is professionally stimulating, intellectually challenging, and personally rewarding.

ACES is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified, motivated staff who can support our clients effectively on projects throughout the Middle East. We are involved in a wide array of projects, large and small, in various markets. Our extensive portfolio provides numerous opportunities for our staff to improve their skills and to meet new challenges.

ACES has a diverse employee base, made up of individuals with widely varying backgrounds who are at different stages of their professional careers. They share a common goal: serving our clients according to the highest standards of excellence.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At ACES, sustainability is integrated into our daily operations and strategic direction, guided by the ISO 14001 Environmental Management Standard. We maintain a fully digitized, paperless environment to reduce our ecological footprint, while our Board and executive management have embedded environmental sustainability into our governance framework. We actively seek environmentally conscious talent and provide ongoing training and awareness programs to empower employees, along with opportunities to contribute to sustainability initiatives and projects.