Material Engineer - Dam and Hydropower Project

About the role

SMEC is looking for a qualified and experienced Material Engineer to join its team for a dam and hydropower project in Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The ideal candidate has a strong background in materials engineering and substantial experience in material testing, quality control and quality assurance for large-scale civil engineering projects.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee material sourcing, inspection, testing and quality control for the project.
• Ensure construction materials comply with project specifications, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess the quality and suitability of materials.
• Monitor and coordinate material testing (strength, durability and other performance tests) with laboratories and stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation on test results, certifications, approvals and quality control records.
• Liaise with project engineers, contractors, suppliers and testing laboratories to ensure timely availability and quality of materials.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety requirements for material handling, testing and storage.
• Provide technical advice on the suitability and performance of concrete, aggregates, cement, steel and other materials.
• Help identify and resolve material-related quality issues during construction.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification or a related discipline (e.g. B.Sc/BS in Geology).
• At least 10 years of relevant experience as a Material Engineer, preferably on dam, hydropower or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience in a consultancy environment and a track record of achievement in a related role.

Required skills

• In-depth knowledge of construction materials such as concrete, cement, aggregates, steel and geotechnical materials.
• Experience in material testing, quality assurance, quality control and compliance with project specifications.
• Familiarity with construction standards, testing methods and quality management procedures.
• Strong analytical, technical reporting and problem-solving skills.

Applications are submitted online through the recruitment team; direct contact with SMEC employees is not required.