Technical Translator

WSP in the Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East in Jeddah seeks a Technical Translator to deliver accurate Arabic-English translations for technical, engineering, and project documentation within a consultancy setting. The role requires native Arabic, advanced English, and meticulous attention to detail, with experience supporting large-scale engineering projects.

The candidate will translate a wide range of documents, review translated materials, and assist with interpretation during meetings, ensuring confidentiality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in translation, languages, linguistics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of professional translation experience.
• Native-level Arabic proficiency and excellent English communication skills.
• Experience translating technical and engineering documentation.
• Experience in engineering consultancy, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical, engineering, contractual, and project-related documents between Arabic and English.
• Review and proofread translated materials for accuracy and terminology consistency.
• Translate reports, specifications, correspondence, meeting minutes, presentations, policies, and procedures.
• Support project teams with interpretation and language assistance during meetings and workshops.

Skills

Arabic native proficiency

Strong English communication

Technical translation experience

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple assignments

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Translation/Languages/Linguistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Translation tools

Job description

Job Description

WSP is seeking a highly skilled Technical Translator to join our team in Jeddah. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing accurate and high-quality Arabic-English translation services for technical, engineering, infrastructure, and project-related documentation. The role requires excellent linguistic skills, attention to detail, and experience supporting large-scale engineering and construction projects within a consultancy environment.

Responsibilities

• Translate technical, engineering, contractual, and project-related documents between Arabic and English.


• Review and proofread translated materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project terminology.


• Translate reports, specifications, correspondence, meeting minutes, presentations, policies, and procedures.


• Support project teams with interpretation and language assistance during meetings and workshops when required.


• Maintain consistency in technical terminology across all project documentation.


• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and technical specialists to ensure translations accurately convey technical concepts.


• Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive project information.


• Assist in preparing bilingual communications for clients, stakeholders, and government authorities.


• Develop and maintain translation glossaries and terminology databases.


• Support document control and project administration teams as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Translation, Languages, Linguistics, or a related discipline.


• Minimum 5-8 years of professional translation experience.


• Native-level Arabic proficiency and excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.


• Proven experience translating technical and engineering documentation.


• Previous experience within engineering consultancy, construction, infrastructure, or project management environments.


• Strong understanding of technical terminology related to infrastructure, transportation, utilities, and construction projects.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and translation tools.


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work under tight deadlines.


• GCC experience is preferred.

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