alfanar

Senior QA/QC Material Engineer

alfanar

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Riyadh • Saudi Arabia

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • The Senior QA/QC Material Engineer will play a critical role within DAR Engineering's Project Management Consultancy team, overseeing all quality assurance and quality control activities related to materials used in the water network infrastructure project.
  • The incumbent will ensure that all materials, products, and processes comply with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements, while maintaining the highest levels of quality throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Lead QA/QC and material engineering activities for a water network infrastructure project in Riyadh under PMC supervision.
  • Ensure all materials comply with project specifications and international standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS, ISO).
  • Review and approve material submittals, technical data sheets, and material approval requests.
  • Oversee inspection, sampling, and testing of construction materials through site and third-party labs.
  • Supervise QA/QC processes for key materials including pipelines (HDPE, DI, GRP, PVC), valves, and fittings.
  • Review and ensure compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and method statements.
  • Evaluate and approve suppliers, conduct factory inspections, and ensure material traceability.
  • Coordinate with PMC team, contractors, and stakeholders on all material-related quality matters.
  • Monitor proper material storage, handling, and installation practices on site.
  • Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs) and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
  • Maintain QA/QC documentation, material logs, and prepare quality reports for stakeholders.
  • Ensure adherence to project Quality Management Systems (QMS) and reporting standards.
  • Apply expertise in water transmission and distribution systems, including testing and commissioning requirements.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of infrastructure project requirements and Saudi regulations/standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering from a recognized university.
  • ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / Internal Auditor and relevant QA/QC certifications.
  • Minimum of Fifteen (15) years progressive experience in QA/QC roles, with a strong focus on infrastructure and water network projects.
  • Prior experience with PMC/consultancy firms and major infrastructure projects is required.
  • Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure projects (water, utilities, pipelines).
  • Strong knowledge of: Material standards (ASTM, BS, AWWA, ISO) QA/QC procedures and audit systems.
  • Expertise in reviewing: Material submittals ITPs, Method Statements.
  • Proficient in QA/QC reporting tools and documentation systems.
Benefits
  • A chance to work on landmark projects in Saudi Arabia.
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • An engaged and supportive team that are passionate about encouraging each other to succeed.
  • Work for a company who values their employees and recognizes their contribution.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
QA/QCmaterial engineeringwater network infrastructurematerial complianceinspectionsamplingtestingnon-conformance reportsquality management systemsmaterial standards
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationcoordinationsupervisionproblem-solvingattention to detailorganizational skillsstakeholder managementanalytical skillsteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree in Materials EngineeringISO 9001 Lead AuditorISO 9001 Internal AuditorQA/QC certifications