Senior Structural Bridges Engineer (Steel) — GCC

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; 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 Structural/Bridges Engineer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to lead the design, analysis and delivery of steel bridge structures across all project phases. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and provide construction supervision to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in bridge engineering, strong software skills (MIDAS, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, RM Bridge, SOFiSTiK) and familiarity with Saudi/GCC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum 12 years of bridge engineering experience with exposure to steel bridge design and construction supervision.
• Proven experience delivering bridge projects in Saudi Arabia and/or GCC region.
• Strong knowledge of bridge analysis and design software (MIDAS Civil, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, RM Bridge, SOFiSTiK).
• Experience with international bridge design standards and Saudi regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, and delivery of steel bridge structures across all project phases, from concept to closeout.
• Develop innovative bridge engineering solutions for complex urban corridors and highway networks.
• Coordinate bridge designs with multidisciplinary teams including highways, utilities, traffic, drainage, geotechnical, and construction disciplines.
• Perform structural analysis, design calculations, technical reviews, and independent design verification.
• Provide construction support including reviewing shop drawings, method statements, and temporary works proposals.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor construction activities for compliance with designs and standards.
• Review contractor submissions and oversee bridge construction, erection, launching, rehabilitation, strengthening, and maintenance works.
• Identify and resolve design and construction issues arising during project execution.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, Saudi regulations, and international bridge design standards (AASHTO, Eurocodes, local codes).
• Support stakeholder engagement and coordinate with contractors, consultants, utility agencies, and government authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within bridge design and supervision teams.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Project coordination

Construction supervision

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

MIDAS Civil

SAP2000

CSI Bridge

RM Bridge

SOFiSTiK

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Structural/Bridges Engineer in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to lead the design, analysis and delivery of steel bridge structures across all project phases. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and provide construction supervision to ensure quality and safety.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in bridge engineering, strong software skills (MIDAS, SAP2000, CSI Bridge, RM Bridge, SOFiSTiK) and familiarity with Saudi/GCC standards.