Sr. Materials Engineer
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About This Role
Overview
The Senior Material Engineer is responsible for managing and controlling the quality, testing, and approval of construction materials used in civil engineering projects.
The role ensures that all materials meet project specifications, industry standards, and contractual requirements while providing expert support to construction and QA/QC teams to achieve high-quality and durable project outcomes.
Your role
- Review, evaluate, and approve construction materials, mix designs, and material submittals.
- Supervise laboratory and field testing of soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, bitumen, and related materials.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and applicable standards (ASTM, BS, IRC, MORTH, AASHTO, etc.).
- Monitor and implement material quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) processes.
- Analyze test results, identify non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions.
- Provide technical guidance to site teams on material-related issues and performance.
- Oversee calibration, operation, and maintenance of laboratory and testing equipment.
- Prepare and review material approval logs, test reports, and quality documentation.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, QA/QC, and construction teams on material matters.
- Supervise and mentor material engineers, inspectors, and laboratory personnel.
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental requirements related to materials testing.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline. UPDA Grade A Registration required.
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in construction material engineering.
- Strong knowledge of concrete technology, asphalt, soil mechanics, and pavement materials.
- Proven experience in field and laboratory material testing and inspections.
- Thorough understanding of QA/QC systems and construction material standards.
- Ability to interpret specifications, drawings, codes, and test results effectively.
- Experience in infrastructure, road/highway, or large civil construction projects preferred.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
- Good communication and coordination abilities.
- Leadership experience in managing teams and site-based activities.
- Rewards & benefits
- Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This Includes
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
- Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization.
We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems.
Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world.
We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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