Quality Engineer – Soil and Geotechnical Materials Laboratories

Alqotr; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Alqotr seeks a qualified professional to ensure the effective implementation of a laboratory Quality Management System in line with ISO/IEC 17025. You will verify the quality and accuracy of laboratory and field testing, monitor personnel competency, and ensure compliance with SAAC requirements to obtain and maintain accreditation.

The role includes audits, nonconformity handling, reporting, and ongoing training to uphold standards and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical or related engineering discipline.
• Additional training in quality management, ISO/IEC 17025 and internal auditing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain ISO/IEC 17025-compliant Quality Management System.
• Verify laboratory and field test quality against standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS, SBC).
• Monitor internal quality control, proficiency testing, and interlaboratory comparisons.
• Oversee equipment calibration, verification and maintenance.
• Conduct internal audits and investigate nonconformities; monitor corrective actions.
• Prepare accreditation documentation for SAAC and coordinate assessments.
• Train personnel, assess competency, ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Review testing records and technical reports for completeness and confidentiality.

Skills

ISO 17025 knowledge

Testing standards knowledge

Quality management

Technical reporting

Training & competency

MS Word & Excel

Education

B.Sc. in civil/geotechnical or related

ISO 17025 training / internal auditing

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Ensure the effective implementation of the laboratory Quality Management System in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, verify the quality and accuracy of laboratory and field testing, monitor personnel competency and equipment performance, and ensure compliance with Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) requirements to obtain and maintain accreditation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Management System: Implement and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, including quality procedures, documentation, records, and performance indicators.
• Testing Quality Control: Verify that laboratory and field tests comply with applicable standards, including ASTM, AASHTO, BS, and SBC, and review the accuracy of test results, data, and calculations.
• Quality Assurance Activities: Monitor internal quality control, proficiency testing, and interlaboratory comparisons, as applicable.
• Equipment and Calibration: Monitor equipment calibration, verification, and maintenance, ensuring equipment remains suitable for its intended use.
• Audits and Nonconformities: Conduct and follow up on internal audits, investigate root causes of nonconformities, and monitor corrective actions to ensure their effectiveness.
• Accreditation and Compliance: Prepare accreditation documentation for the Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC), coordinate assessments, address findings, and monitor the approved scope of accreditation.
• Personnel Competency and Safety: Train laboratory personnel, assess their competency, and ensure compliance with quality procedures and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Reports and Records: Review testing records and technical reports to ensure completeness, accuracy, traceability, and confidentiality, and follow up on quality-related complaints and risks.

Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Additional training in quality management, ISO/IEC 17025, and internal auditing is preferred.

Required Experience

• Experience in soil, geotechnical, or construction materials testing laboratories.
• Experience implementing quality management systems and preparing procedures and records.
• Knowledge of laboratory accreditation requirements, auditing, and nonconformity management.
• Previous experience preparing laboratories for accreditation by the Saudi Accreditation Center is preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 requirements and relevant testing standards for soil and geotechnical materials.
• Familiarity with soil testing methods, including particle size distribution, Atterberg limits, compaction, density, soil bearing capacity, and shear strength tests.
• Ability to prepare technical reports, analyze problems, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with strong communication, organizational, and training skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Compliance with applicable regulations in Saudi Arabia and confidentiality and impartiality requirements.
• Willingness to visit work sites and monitor field testing activities as required.