Senior Materials Engineer — QA/QC Leader for Infrastructure

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight allowance

Transportation allowance

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Material Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead material testing, approvals, and QA/QC for civil projects. You will manage laboratory and field testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt, ensuring compliance with standards and project specs.

You will guide site teams, analyze results, and mentor engineers while upholding health, safety, and environmental requirements. A UPDA Grade A registration and 15+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.
• UPDA Grade A Registration is required.
• Strong knowledge of concrete technology, asphalt, soil mechanics, and pavement materials.
• Experience with field and laboratory material testing and inspections.
• Familiarity with QA/QC systems and construction material standards.

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, etc.).
• Monitor and implement material QA/QC processes.
• Analyze test results, identify non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance to site teams on material-related issues and performance.
• Oversee calibration, operation, and maintenance of lab/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.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements related to materials testing.

Skills

Concrete technology

Asphalt

Soil mechanics

QA/QC systems

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering

UPDA Grade A Registration

Job description

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Material Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead material testing, approvals, and QA/QC for civil projects. You will manage laboratory and field testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt, ensuring compliance with standards and project specs.

You will guide site teams, analyze results, and mentor engineers while upholding health, safety, and environmental requirements. A UPDA Grade A registration and 15+ years of experience are preferred.