Senior Materials Engineer: Lead QA/QC & Field Testing

atkinsrealis; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Company gratuity

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight allowance

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Material Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead material testing, QA/QC, and approvals for civil projects. You will supervise lab and field tests, review submittals, and ensure compliance with international standards.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, a UPDA Grade A registration, and strong leadership to guide site teams and inspectors in a demanding project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering is required.
• UPDA Grade A Registration is required.
• Strong experience with concrete, asphalt, soil mechanics and pavement materials.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and approve construction materials, mix designs and material submittals.
• Supervise laboratory and field testing of soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, bitumen, and related materials.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and applicable standards (ASTM, BS, IRC, MORTH, AASHTO).
• Monitor QA/QC processes and quality control of materials.
• Analyze test results, identify non-conformities, and propose corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance to site teams on material-related issues and performance.
• Oversee calibration and maintenance of laboratory/testing equipment.
• Prepare and review material approval logs, test reports and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, QA/QC and construction teams on material matters.
• Supervise and mentor material engineers, inspectors and laboratory personnel.

Skills

Materials testing

QA/QC

Leadership

Site coordination

Analytical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

UPDA Grade A Registration

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Material Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead material testing, QA/QC, and approvals for civil projects. You will supervise lab and field tests, review submittals, and ensure compliance with international standards.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, a UPDA Grade A registration, and strong leadership to guide site teams and inspectors in a demanding project environment.