Structural & Civil Subject Matter Expert

SGS; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking an experienced QA/QC professional in Saudi Arabia to support engineers in developing quality documentation and procedures. The role covers QA/QC inspections for civil and structural assets up to 380kV, ensuring compliance with Saudi and international standards and conducting audits and NCR management.

The ideal candidate will have 15–20 years in QA/QC in power sectors, English proficiency, and preferably Saudi Council of Engineers membership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; Saudi Council of Engineers membership is highly preferable.
• 15–20 years of experience in QA/QC inspections in Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution networks up to 380 kV, with at least 5 years in the Middle East.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and review quality inspection procedures and related documentation across asset lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop quality documents, procedures, and checklists.
• Develop, implement, and review QA/QC inspection procedures across the asset lifecycle (design, FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, decommissioning).
• Perform QA/QC inspections for civil and structural assets up to 380 kV.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi standards, international standards, and industry best practices.

Skills

QA/QC inspections

Quality assurance

Documentation

Root cause analysis

English proficient

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Tools

ITPs

Quality Procedures

Checklists

Work Instructions

NCR Tracking

Job description

• Full-time

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Job Description

• Supportengineers in reviewing and developing quality documents, procedures, and checklists.
• Develop, implement, and review quality inspection procedures and quality-related documentation across the asset lifecycle, including design review, FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning.
• Perform Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) inspections for civil and structural assets within Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution networks up to 380kV.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Standards and Specifications, international standards, and industry best practices.
• Conduct quality audits, compliance evaluations, gap analyses, and quality verification activities.
• Provide technical inspection expertise for civil and structural works.
• Apply Quality and Inspection Management strategies across supplier qualification, EPC projects, testing and commissioning, and maintenance activities.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and OEM manuals.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, inspection reports, and quality records.
• Develop and review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, Quality Procedures, Checklists, and Work Instructions.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements for Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution assets up to 380kV.
• Support Type Testing, FAT, and SAT activities.
• Conduct civil asset inspections, condition assessments, condition monitoring, and maintenance evaluations for Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution facilities.
• Provide hands-on expertise in maintenance of civil assets and civil infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Saudi Council of Engineers Membership is highly preferable.
• Minimum 15-20 years of experience, including at least 5 years in the Middle East, performing Quality Inspection functions in Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution networks up to 380kV.
• Preferred experience with SE, GCC utilities, or equivalent operators in QA/QC inspection activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Saudi Standards and Specifications, as well as international standards and best practices.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and reviewing quality inspection procedures and quality-related documentation across all phases of the asset lifecycle.
• Fully qualified and experienced in Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) inspections, including inspection methodologies, quality verification processes, quality audits, compliance evaluation, and gap analysis.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and ISO 55001 Asset Management.
• Thorough knowledge of international standards applicable to Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution civil and structural assets up to 380kV.
• Familiarity with SE and GCC Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution standards related to materials, engineering, construction, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Strong background in Quality and Inspection Management strategies for supplier qualification, EPC projects, testing and commissioning, and maintenance.
• Strong quality management and documentation experience.
• Experience preparing, reviewing, and maintaining technical documentation, inspection reports, and quality records.
• Knowledge of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, Quality Procedures, Checklists, and Work Instructions.
• Demonstrated hands‑on expertise in civil asset inspections, condition assessment, condition monitoring, and maintenance of Power Generation and Transmission & Distribution assets up to 380kV.
• Professional proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• Arabic language proficiency is an advantage but not mandatory.