Material Engineer

About SMEC

Delivering exceptional outcomes starts with having exceptional people.

SMEC provides unique opportunities to work on iconic industry projects with experienced colleagues and leadership teams. We support and empower employees to drive innovation initiatives within a well-established and growing organization.

Every employee plays a key role in shaping our business and is driven by teamwork, progressive thinking and creative ideas. We are committed to providing platforms to enable our people to engage in the business, deliver value to clients and develop their careers.

When you join SMEC, you join a flexible growing organization that has a genuine commitment to CSR, diversity and improving the world we live in.

The role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Material Engineer to join our team for a prestigious Hydropower project based in Lower Kohistan, KPK. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in material science and engineering, with substantial experience in managing materials for large-scale civil engineering projects, particularly in hydropower developments.

• Oversee and manage the sourcing, procurement, and quality control of materials required for the Hydropower project.
• Ensure materials meet project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess the quality and suitability of materials used in construction activities.
• Monitor and coordinate material testing, including strength, durability, and safety tests, in collaboration with laboratories and other stakeholders.
• Review and maintain documentation related to material certifications, approvals, and inventory management.
• Liaise with project engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective material deliveries.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations related to material handling and storage.

With a track record of achievement in a related role, you will have gained your experience in a consultancy environment and have a passion for building trusted relationships to drive positive change and win new work.

Suitable applicants will have/be:

• Tertiary qualifications or a related discipline (e.g. B.Sc/BS in Geology).
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Material Engineer, preferably in hydropower or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• In-depth knowledge of materials used in construction, including concrete, steel, and geotechnical materials.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality assurance procedures.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a remote field environment.

SMEC is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity is a source of strength for our people, our clients, our partners and our communities.

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online and for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Taimoor Tariq Taimoor.tariq@smec.com

For further details about us, please visit our website:

https://www.smec.com/

www.smec.com/careers

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent Team and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees.

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