Senior Materials Engineer - Metro Infrastructure

About the role

Egis Group is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Senior Materials Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role oversees material selection, testing and quality assurance for metro infrastructure projects, ensuring materials meet strict specifications and performance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and select materials for metro projects, balancing performance, cost and sustainability
• Run material testing and analysis in the lab to verify compliance with specifications
• Develop material specifications, testing protocols and quality control procedures aligned with international standards
• Work with design, construction and procurement teams to solve material issues and optimise performance
• Analyse material failures and carry out root cause investigations to prevent recurrence
• Manage supplier and vendor relationships for quality and timely delivery
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for stakeholders and management
• Maintain compliance with regulations, safety standards and quality protocols
• Mentor junior engineers and take part in continuous improvement initiatives

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience in materials engineering, with proven expertise in selection, testing and quality assurance
• Knowledge of material properties and performance across construction and infrastructure applications
• Understanding of international material standards, codes and specifications (ASTM, ISO or equivalent)
• Project management skills and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Preferred: metro, rail or large-scale infrastructure experience; material failure analysis; leadership of technical teams; project management software familiarity

Required skills

• Materials testing equipment and laboratory procedures, including mechanical and non-destructive testing
• CAD software and materials modelling tools
• Technical documentation, report writing and data analysis