Senior Materials Engineer - 100% (m/f)

About This Role

ARX is a global network of specialists in engineering, design, and architecture. Our team offers 360° consulting, project management, and technical services in:

airports, bridges, buildings, cableways,

digital innovation, environment, equipment,

geology, geotechnics, hydropower, metros,

nuclear plants, oil & gas, pipelines, ports,

railways, river engineering, roads, traffic, tunnels, and water/wastewater treatment.

With offices across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, our agile task force combines global expertise with local know-how. The result is our uniquely "glocal" approach, which allows us to meet the specific needs of each community while incorporating international best practices. At ARX, smart minds strive for a sustainable future, transforming communities one innovative project at a time.

People are the heart and soul of ARX. We are a home for innovators, visionaries, and experts to develop talents, launch careers, and collaborate with fellow specialists. ARX values individuals. Believing their brilliance and determination will provide solutions to tomorrow's challenges, we welcome professionals who will both benefit from and enrich our team.

ARX, marks a significant expansion into the Middle East with our offices in UAE and KSA. This establishment underscores our dedication to innovation and engineering excellence, bolstering our position in the dynamic GCC market.

For our office in Riyadh, we are looking for

Senior Materials Engineer ARX is recruiting a Senior Materials Engineer to support the delivery of major PMC road and infrastructure projects within Riyadh. This role is ideal for a senior professional with strong experience in materials engineering, quality assurance, and laboratory/testing oversight within a PMC/consultancy environment. You will act as the technical authority for materials compliance across multiple projects, ensuring adherence to specifications, standards, and quality requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead materials engineering scope across the program, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Review and approve material submittals, mix designs, method statements, and ITPs.
• Oversee testing and quality control for asphalt, concrete, aggregates, soil, and pavement materials.
• Supervise laboratory operations, field testing, and inspection activities.
• Monitor contractor compliance with QA/QC requirements and project specifications.
• Lead resolution of NCRs, technical issues, and material-related site challenges.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and supervision teams to ensure material suitability.
• Support audits, reporting, and handover documentation.
• Mentor materials engineers and inspectors across packages.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in materials engineering for road/highway or infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in asphalt, concrete, pavement, and soil testing.
• Experience working within PMC/consultancy or supervision roles.
• Familiarity with international and Saudi standards (AASHTO, ASTM, MOT, etc.).
• Strong reporting, coordination, and communication skills.
• English required (Arabic is an advantage).

We Offer:

• Opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking, synergistic, and innovative team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge projects driving Middle East / North African regions development.
• Personalized professional growth and developmental avenues tailored to your career aspirations.

If you would you like to join our highly motivated and very successful team please send us your complete application!

Sector: Construction/Civil Engineering

Role: Engineering

Will manage other people: Yes

Job type: Permanent job

Career level: Employee