Senior Structural Engineer, Mining

EXP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

EXP Arabia is seeking a versatile, experienced Senior Structural Engineer for its Mining team in Riyadh. You will lead analysis and design of steel and concrete structures for complex mining projects, ensuring compliance with Saudi codes and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in mining project engineering, a Civil or Structural Engineering degree, and proficiency in STAAD.Pro and BIM/CAD tools. Saudi Council of Engineers membership is preferred.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project engineering, design and construction in surface and underground mining.
• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Heavy industry experience; structural inspection and assessment.
• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro and knowledge of Saudi engineering codes.
• Familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations.
• Active member of the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Experience with material take-offs for cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and design of steel structures and concrete foundations per codes for mining and heavy industry.
• Prepare sketches and collaborate with designers for detailed drawings.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specs, reports, and scope documents.
• Undertake detailed working drawings of steel, concrete, wood and masonry.
• Implement safety and integrity principles in structural documentation.

Skills

STAAD.Pro

Microsoft Office

CAD

BIM tools

Structural design

Design codes

Concrete foundations

Steel structures

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Job description

EXP Arabia is a multidisciplinary engineering design and supervisory consultant with over 100 years of experience in North America and around the world. Based throughout North America, and with a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.

We’re different – in our approach and in our way of doing business. We understand that building strong relationships is as important as the expertise we contribute to building today’s most advanced structures. We’ve built a reputation for outstanding client service and worked hard to create a culture that fuels creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.

Today, EXP’s employees share in the firm’s success and approach every project as an opportunity to plan, design and build better. Together, we stay nimble, and remain committed to delivering innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities, one project at a time.

EXP Arabia is seeking a versatile, experienced, and reliable “Senior Structural Engineer, Mining”. You’ll join our collaborative Mining team, working alongside multidisciplinary professionals to deliver practical, innovative solutions for complex mining projects.

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Job Requirements and Description

• Perform analysis and design of steel structures and concrete foundations per the applicable codes and standards in the mining and heavy industrial sector.
• Prepare sketches and collaborate with the designers to produce detailed drawings.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, reports, and scope documents.
• Undertake the detailed working drawings of steel, concrete, wood and masonry.
• Implement the safety and integrity principles in structural documentation.

Background and Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years project engineering, design and construction experience in surface and underground mining.
• Undergraduate or Graduate Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Design and construction experience in heavy industry with experience in structural inspection & assessment.
• Strong hands‑on experience in the analysis and design of steel structures, reinforced concrete structures, building and heavy equipment foundations preferably in mining. Experience in environmental structures considered an asset.
• Active member of the Saudi Council of Engineers.
• Familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations. Knowledge of mining‑related processes a definite asset.
• Proficiency in STAAD.Pro for Structural Analysis and Design.
• Sound understanding of design, Saudi engineering codes and technical standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.), CAD, and BIM tools.
• Experience in writing technical reports, specifications and in preparing the material take‑offs for Cost Estimates.

Non-Technical

• Professionalism: Appropriate written and verbal communications skills.
• Professional presentation external and internal to office. (IE: attire, engagement, meeting prep, etc.)
• Demonstrates presentation skills through internal and external technical presentations and white papers.
• Positively contributes to EXP and local office culture.