SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.
Context
The Senior Materials Engineer will be responsible for managing and overseeing all material engineering and quality-related activities for the project, ensuring that all road construction materials and associated testing comply with project specifications, approved standards, and client requirements.
This requirement is for a bid opportunity for a major roads project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Material Engineer to be proposed as part of the PMC team, subject to project award and client approval.
Missions/Main Duties
Profile/Skills
The proposed candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. A higher qualification will be considered an advantage.
The candidate must have at least 15 years of relevant professional experience in materials engineering, with significant exposure to roads, highways, and infrastructure projects. Experience in PMC or engineering consultancy roles is highly desirable.
Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in Saudi Arabia, particularly those familiar with local authority requirements, regional specifications, and project delivery standards. Strong technical knowledge of pavement materials, geotechnical materials, concrete, asphalt, and QA/QC procedures is essential.
Excellent communication and reporting skills in English are required. Arabic language capability will be an added advantage.
Preferred Profile
Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.
Workplace Type
Remote
