Materials Engineer
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About the Role
Tractebel seeks an experienced Materials Engineer with 7+ years in infrastructure/construction projects to oversee material selection, testing, quality control, and compliance in Jeddah.
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Responsibilities
- Review and approve construction materials submitted by contractors and suppliers.
- Ensure all materials comply with project specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
- Supervise and monitor material testing activities conducted in laboratories and onsite.
- Review material submittals, technical data sheets, method statements, and test reports.
- Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, laboratories, and client representatives regarding material approvals.
- Conduct inspections of material manufacturing plants, quarries, asphalt plants, concrete batching plants, and suppliers.
- Monitor quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) procedures throughout project execution.
- Investigate material related issues and provide corrective actions and technical recommendations.
- Verify compliance with international standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, BS, EN, and local authority requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, non conformance reports (NCRs), and material approval documentation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in construction materials engineering, quality control, or infrastructure projects
- Strong knowledge of material testing methodologies and quality assurance practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) preferred
- Professional certification in quality management or materials engineering is an advantage
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Job Description
- We are seeking an experienced Material Engineer with 7+ years of experience in infrastructure, transportation, building, or construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing material selection, testing, quality control, and compliance with project specifications and
Responsibilities
- Review and approve construction materials submitted by contractors and suppliers.
- Ensure all materials comply with project specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.
- Supervise and monitor material testing activities conducted in laboratories and onsite.
- Review material submittals, technical data sheets, method statements, and test reports.
- Coordinate with design consultants, contractors, laboratories, and client representatives regarding material approvals.
- Conduct inspections of material manufacturing plants, quarries, asphalt plants, concrete batching plants, and suppliers.
- Monitor quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) procedures throughout project execution.
- Investigate material related issues and provide corrective actions and technical recommendations.
- Verify compliance with international standards such as ASTM, AASHTO, BS, EN, and local authority requirements.
- Prepare technical reports, non conformance reports (NCRs), and material approval documentation.
- Support project teams during audits, site inspections, and regulatory reviews.
- Maintain records of approved materials, test results, and quality documentation.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in construction materials engineering, quality control, or infrastructure projects.
- Professional certification in quality management or materials engineering is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of material testing methodologies and quality assurance practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams, clients, and stakeholders.
- It is preferred that he be fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
Technical Skills
- Extensive knowledge of: Concrete materials and mix design; Asphalt materials and pavement construction; Soil and aggregate testing; Steel reinforcement and structural steel materials; Masonry and building materials; Geotechnical and road construction materials.
- Familiarity with: ASTM Standards; AASHTO Standards; BS/EN Standards; ISO Quality Standards.
- Proficiency in interpreting laboratory test reports and engineering specifications.
- Experience with construction quality management systems.
- Strong command of Microsoft Office and engineering documentation tools.
Soft Skills
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
- Strong technical report writing abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in major infrastructure, transportation, highway, rail, airport, or building projects.
- Familiarity with GCC/Middle East construction specifications and authority requirements.
- Experience working with engineering consultants, contractors, and government agencies.
- Knowledge of sustainability and innovative construction materials.
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