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About the Role

TASNEE, established in 1985 as Saudi Arabia's first fully owned joint-stock industrial company by the private sector, is seeking a dedicated Civil Engineer. This full-time position is based in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, and reports to the Superintendent, Static. The role is a key part of the R&I Static inspection team, focusing on the management, inspection, and maintenance of existing plant civil structures.

The Civil Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing Civil Inspection procedures, conducting thorough inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This position is integral to maintaining the integrity and safety of in-service plant civil structures and foundations, contributing to the operational reliability of TASNEE's facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Explore and utilize advanced inspection techniques for concrete structure health assessment.
• Lead and perform comprehensive civil and structural inspections, including foundations, steel structures, concrete works, and underground utilities.
• Conduct detailed inspections to determine the present condition of steel structures, identifying types, extent, rate, and causes of deterioration.
• Estimate the time remaining before repair or replacement is necessary and assess the effects on serviceability if deferral occurs.
• Determine the most cost-effective means to prevent further deterioration of structures and study material performance under specific exposure conditions.
• Provide expert recommendations for repair methods for concrete structures.
• Review structural vibration measurements, evaluate them against construction codes and standards, and provide solutions to resolve any identified vibration issues.
• Identify the root causes of identified steel deteriorations and provide clear recommendations to prevent reoccurrence and rectify findings, separating short-term and long-term recommendations.
• Apply experience in the construction and repair of tanks, reservoirs, ponds, drainage pits, sump pits, and basins within a live plant environment.
• Apply experience in the repair of steel structures, beams, columns, slabs, dykes, and foundations within a live plant environment.
• Apply experience in retrofitting and strengthening of concrete and steel structures within a live plant environment.
• Apply experience in the inspection and maintenance of seawater cooling towers.
• Lead soil settlement surveys and develop correction plans for settled areas within the plant.
• Maintain a strong focus on quality assurance by implementing rigorous inspection and testing protocols to ensure structural integrity.
• Conduct detailed assessments of existing structures, identifying weaknesses, and providing recommendations for re-strengthening and rehabilitation.
• Successfully execute structural rehabilitation projects to extend the lifespan of aging infrastructure and enhance safety and reliability.
• Evaluate complex technical issues and provide clear, actionable recommendations.
• Review and validate engineering design packages, drawings, specifications, calculations, and contractor submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements and international standards.
• Participate in site audits and quality surveillance for ongoing repair or maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as ACI, AISC, ASTM, ASCE, Saudi Building Code, and company internal standards.
• Review geotechnical studies and reports, including soil profile interpretation, subsurface investigations, soil foundation engineering, settlement analysis, lateral earth pressures, slope stability, and site investigation surveys.
• Participate in multi-disciplinary technical discussions and provide reliable guidance.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices in QA/QC to continuously improve processes and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in structural engineering, specifically for petrochemical plant structure inspection and health assessment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with civil inspections and quality management systems.
• Professional certification is preferred (*, PE, PEng, Chartered Engineer, PMP).

Required Skills

• Technical Expertise in Civil Engineering.
• Proficiency in civil engineering software, including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MS Project.
• Expertise in structural analysis.
• Deep understanding of engineering codes such as ACI, AISC, ASCE, SBC, and API RP 752/753.
• Ability to analyze complex structural problems and implement corrective actions.
• Resource Planning capabilities.
• Strong Decision Making skills.
• Proficiency in Project Management.
• Effective Teamwork and collaboration.
• Demonstrated Leadership skills.
• Strong written and oral Communication skills.
• Excellent Problem Solving abilities.
• Sharp Analytical thinking.

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position located in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 5-10 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on structural inspection and health assessment within petrochemical plant environments. TASNEE is committed to employee development and offers a range of career opportunities.