Senior QA/QC engineer

Requisition ID: 297698 Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Riyadh ​​​​​​​ Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . Project Overview: Expo 2030 Riyadh is a global platform where countries, organizations, and individuals will come together to collaborate. Under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow,” the Expo promotes sustainable development, innovation, and transformative thinking. The event will be held from October 2030 to March 2031 and is expected to welcome over 40 million visits. The 6 km² Masterplan outlines a comprehensive framework for participation and infrastructure at the Expo. The exhibition space, totaling 491,100 m² GFA, can accommodate up to 197 participating countries and 29 international organizations. Working collaboratively with our customer, Expo 2030 Riyadh Company (ERC), Bechtel will manage the infrastructure program which comprises early works, utilities, and publicly accessible spaces like streets and parks. Our scope on the six-square-kilometer site will transition into a mixed-use legacy development to serve the community after the six-month event is over. The project’s master plan leverages international sustainability standards for urban afforestation, treated water, and energy sources. Job Summary: The Senior QA/QC Engineer - Electrical supports implementation of the Expo 2030 Quality Management System and Project Quality Plan by providing quality assurance oversight, audit leadership, and technical quality support for electrical infrastructure, utility, testing, commissioning, and handover activities. The role focuses on monitoring contractor and consultant compliance with approved project requirements, specifications, contract obligations, inspection and testing programs, quality procedures, and applicable codes and standards. The position is a PMC quality assurance and oversight role and shall not replace the contractor's responsibility for quality control execution or the supervision consultant's inspection duties. The electrical-related scope includes, as applicable, primary substations, LV electrical networks, street lighting, ICT network assets, traffic signaling, temporary power interfaces, testing and commissioning interfaces, and related electrical utility systems forming part of the Early Works, Major Utilities, Infrastructure and Public Realm program. Major Responsibilities: Implement and monitor the Project Quality Plan, audit program, and quality procedures. Verify compliance with project quality requirements across design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover. Identify quality risks, nonconformances, and improvement opportunities, and maintain audit-defensible quality records. Provide QA oversight for electrical infrastructure, utilities, testing, and commissioning activities. Review and monitor compliance of PQPs, ITPs, method statements, material submittals, and quality records. Coordinate resolution of electrical quality issues and interface gaps across disciplines. Plan and perform quality audits, surveillance, and supplier assessments. Issue audit findings and verify effective closure of corrective actions. Maintain audit schedules and quality improvement actions. Monitor NCRs and quality observations related to electrical works. Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Escalate significant quality issues impacting project objectives. Monitor quality KPIs, trends, and project quality performance. Provide inputs to quality reports, dashboards, and management reviews. Support lessons learned, quality training, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support management of quality-related interfaces across project disciplines. Provide quality guidance and recommendations in accordance with project governance. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or international equivalent recognized engineering and 10-15 years of relevant experience. Minimum 5 years of experience on major infrastructure, utilities, transportation, industrial, power, or mega-projects. Required Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated experience with electrical infrastructure works including substations, LV networks, street lighting, ICT interfaces, traffic signaling, electrical equipment installation, testing, commissioning, and handover documentation. Experience working in a PMC, EPC, contractor, supervision consultant, owner, or major program environment with multi-contract interfaces. ISO 9001:2015 Certified Lead Auditor (IRCA approved) – required. Professional engineering registration or membership with a recognized engineering institution is preferred where applicable. Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt, Lean, or Certified Quality Manager qualification. Preferrable Training in root cause analysis, corrective action management, electrical inspection, electrical testing and commissioning, IEC/IEEE standards, NEC/NFPA requirements, or Saudi electrical utility requirements. Training or experience in digital quality, document management systems, Power BI dashboards, Aconex, Unifier, or equivalent project systems is advantageous. Quality planning, ITP development and review, inspection hold/witness points, surveillance techniques, quality records, and handover dossier requirements. Electrical construction, equipment installation, cable systems, earthing and bonding, lighting, communications interfaces, traffic systems interfaces, FAT/SAT, testing, commissioning, and energization readiness controls. Applicable electrical codes, standards, authority requirements, project specifications, and good industry practices relevant to electrical infrastructure delivery in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Strong technical judgment and ability to identify quality risks before they become construction or handover issues. Strong audit discipline, objective evidence gathering, report writing, and finding classification skills. Ability to communicate professionally with contractors, supervision consultants, project management, and the Employer. Strong analytical capability for KPI trend review, dashboard input, quality performance monitoring, and management reporting. Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]