Senior Engineer, Design Structure

Job description / Role

Group overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design and development centers, and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar building systems
alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia. alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under alfanar Building Systems are:

• Real estate development
• Façade cladding, glazing systems and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements

Job purpose

Leading the development and evaluation of advanced structural systems for buildings and infrastructure to ensure safety, stability, and efficiency. Directing the design of complex structural elements, validating material performance and load conditions, and enforcing rigorous compliance with building codes and regulations. Coordinating with architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams to drive the integration of innovative structural solutions into comprehensive project plans.

Key accountability areas

Design and analysis:
Lead the development and validation of sophisticated structural designs for buildings and infrastructure using advanced engineering principles and software.
Oversee and review comprehensive structural calculations to ensure resilience against loads and environmental factors, including wind, seismic activity, and snow.
Determine and approve appropriate materials based on structural requirements, cost-effectiveness, and durability.

Compliance and documentation:
Ensure and enforce adherence of all designs to local, national, and international building codes and standards.
Direct the preparation and approval of detailed drawings, specifications, and reports for construction and regulatory compliance.

Collaboration and communication:
Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, and contractors to integrate structural designs seamlessly with broader project components.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while providing guidance and alignment to stakeholders on project objectives.

Site and construction management:
Lead site inspections to monitor construction progress, verify compliance with design specifications, and resolve technical issues.
Anticipate, evaluate, and resolve design or construction challenges by delivering practical, cost-effective solutions.

Professional development and innovation:
Champion continuous improvement by staying at the forefront of industry trends, new materials, and emerging technologies to elevate design practices and structural performance.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing across the engineering team.

Role accountability

HR proficiency:
Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.
To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery:
Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-solving:
Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality:
Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business process improvements:
Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:
Comply with related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, safety, and environment:
Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products and services.

Academic qualification

Bachelor degree in civil engineering

Work experience

5 to 10 years

Technical / functional competencies

Design tools
Design specifications
Compliance
Reporting

About the Company

alfanar builds efficient energy systems & solutions of the present and sets up infrastructures for a brighter future.

We assist utility sector partners & customers in transforming cities into sustainable, habitable, and inclusive Smart Cities by harnessing renewable energy resources from wind, solar, and waste heat energy. Promoting the transition to a sustainable eco-conscious future.

Using world-class technologies, we develop unrivaled quality electrical solutions & products from our manufacturing facilities, to solve the world’s major energy challenges and make the world a better viable place.

Diligence, Efficiency, and Innovation are the key criteria our teams adopt in order to continuously provide effective solutions. We’re constantly equipping our teams with the tools they need to expand their horizons and reach higher grounds.

Being in an ever-changing environment with a crucial impact on their surroundings, our employees are nurtured to become keen thinkers with highly refined skills and a consistent outlook on the future, working together on finding the next big innovation.