Expression Of Interest - Material Engineer/Inspectors - Site Based

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We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Material Engineer to join our dynamic team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. As a Material Engineer, you will play a crucial role in developing, testing, and evaluating materials for various engineering projects, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with industry standards.

• Develop, modify, and evaluate materials for engineering applications
• Conduct in-depth material testing and analysis to ensure quality and performance
• Prepare and obtain approvals for material submittals in all project activities
• Design and implement laboratory operations for material testing procedures
• Analyze product failure data and laboratory test results to determine causes of problems and develop solutions
• Provide technical advice on material suitability and selection based on project specifications
• Oversee operational quality control processes and maintain quality management documentation
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and manufacturing/development staff to address material concerns
• Supervise technical staff and coordinate material-related activities across project teams
• Stay updated on industry trends and innovations in material engineering
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, including Abu Dhabi Standards and Regulations
• Contribute to the development of material specifications for roads, structures, and civil infrastructure works

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of overall experience, with 3 years of experience in the UAE preferred
• Proven expertise in materials testing procedures and quality control processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide innovative solutions
• Proficiency in materials characterization techniques and material processing methods
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software and material modeling tools
• In-depth knowledge of material properties, behavior, and failure analysis
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi Standards and Regulations, particularly in relation to construction materials
• Understanding of roads, structures, and civil infrastructure works
• Excellent technical writing skills for preparing comprehensive reports and documentation
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to stay updated on the latest advancements in material engineering

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AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.