Structural & Civil Subject Matter Expert

About the role

SGS is seeking a senior Structural & Civil Subject Matter Expert to lead quality assurance and control activities for power generation and transmission & distribution assets up to 380kV across Saudi Arabia. The role combines technical inspection expertise with the development and management of quality documentation throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Support engineers in reviewing and developing quality documents, procedures and checklists.
• Develop, implement and review quality inspection procedures for design, FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and de‑commissioning.
• Perform QA/QC inspections of civil and structural assets in power generation and transmission networks up to 380kV.
• Conduct audits, compliance evaluations, gap analyses and verification activities against Saudi and international standards.
• Provide technical inspection expertise, review engineering drawings, specifications and OEM manuals.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, inspection reports and quality records.
• Develop Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, quality procedures, checklists and work instructions.
• Perform root‑cause analysis, manage NCRs and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
• Support type testing, FAT and SAT activities and carry out condition assessments and monitoring of civil assets.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Saudi Council of Engineers membership preferred).
• 15‑20 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in the Middle East on QA/QC for power generation and transmission assets.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi Standards, international standards and best practices for civil/structural assets up to 380kV.
• Extensive experience with QA/QC inspection methodologies, audits, compliance evaluation and gap analysis.
• Proficiency in ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and ISO 55001 Asset Management.
• Professional fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Required skills

• Condition Monitoring
• Root Cause Analysis
• Quality‑related Documentation
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• ISO 55001 Asset Management
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Method Statements
• Quality Procedures
• Checklists
• Work Instructions
• QA inspections
• QC inspections
• Gap analysis
• Compliance evaluation
• Technical documentation