Geotechnical SME (Saudi Arabia) Al Khobar

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and possess at least 20 years of experience in relevant industrial sectors. Proven experience as a Technical Authority or equivalent senior role is required, along with expertise in site investigations and foundation solutions.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Geotechnical SME to serve as the Technical Authority across our
portfolio of energy, oil & gas, mining, industrial and infrastructure projects
in Saudi Arabia.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the
project lifecycle, including proposals, concept studies, FEED, detailed
engineering, construction support and commissioning. Acting as the highest level
of technical authority within their discipline, the successful candidate will
provide specialist expertise, ensure engineering excellence, strengthen
technical governance and support the delivery of safe, innovative and
high-quality engineering solutions.

In addition to supporting projects, the SME will mentor engineering teams,
establish and maintain technical standards, support business development
activities, contribute to technical assurance and build trusted relationships
with clients and key stakeholders across the region.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Role Purpose:

* Provide specialist expertise in ground engineering and foundation solutions.
 

Key Responsibilities:

* Act as the Technical Authority across multiple projects.
* Lead technical reviews during Concept, FEED and Detailed Design.
* Perform independent design assurance and peer reviews.
* Resolve complex engineering challenges and provide specialist guidance.
* Support proposals, client workshops and business development.
* Mentor engineers and develop technical capability.
* Develop and maintain engineering standards and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant Engineering discipline.
* Chartered Engineer/Professional Engineer status is preferred.

Experience:

* Minimum 20 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, Mining or
Industrial projects.
* Proven experience as a Technical Authority, Chief Engineer, Principal
Consultant, Engineering Fellow or equivalent.

Technical Expertise:

* Site investigations, settlement, piled foundations, numerical analysis.

Knowledge of Standards

* Eurocode, ASTM.

What We’re Looking For

* A recognized industry expert with a proven track record of solving complex
engineering challenges, influencing clients, mentoring engineering teams and
driving technical excellence across major international projects.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy
and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports
clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes
while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the
Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara – a global partnership uniting leading
multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.
www.woodgroup.com [https://www.woodgroup.com/]

Diversity Statement 
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse
workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the
following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender,
national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected
veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant
governing laws.

Responsibilities

The Geotechnical SME will serve as the Technical Authority for energy and infrastructure projects, providing specialist expertise throughout the project lifecycle. They are responsible for leading technical reviews, ensuring engineering excellence, mentoring staff, and supporting business development activities.

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