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Resident Engineer (Ballasted Tracks)
SYSTRA Arabia
LocationDammam, KSA
SalaryNegotiable
Vacancies1 Open Role
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Role at a Glance
SYSTRA Arabia has an opening for Resident Engineer (Ballasted Tracks) in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This is a Full-time position in the Engineering category. Salary is not disclosed in this posting, so confirm the full package with the employer before you accept. Apply directly by the application link using the buttons on this page. Khaleej Rozgar never charges candidates a fee. Posted on 11 Nov 2026 and valid until 11 Dec 2026.
Job Description & Details
SYSTRA Arabia is seeking a seasoned Resident Engineer to lead onsite delivery for the Tracks package within a major rail/metro program across Saudi Arabia. The role operates under a PMC scope, embedded alongside the client and contractors, overseeing construction quality, safety, progress, interfaces, and regulatory compliance. Lead supervision of permanent way works including formation, subgrade, ballast, sleepers, rail installation, turnouts, welding, stressing, grinding, fastening, drainage and ancillary works; coordinate civil interfaces to meet geometry and alignment. Drive HSE leadership on rail sites and assure quality to IFC, standards, ITPs and QMS, witnessing key tests and closing NCRs. Manage site‑level contract processes, validate progress and payments, support time/cost assessments and claims, and maintain as‑built documentation. Lead and mentor inspection teams, ensuring safety, quality and continuous improvement.
Candidate Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree is an advantage
- ✓Minimum 10 years post‑graduate experience in construction supervision for rail/metro or major transport infrastructure with substantial trackwork exposure
- ✓Mandatory experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC with familiarity of regional codes
- ✓authorities and permitting processes
- ✓Demonstrated PMC/client‑side supervision on large
- ✓multi‑package programs
- ✓Strong knowledge of ballasted track systems
- ✓geometry
- ✓tolerances
- ✓welding (aluminothermic/flash‑butt)
- ✓stressing and handback criteria
- ✓Proven HSE leadership
- ✓quality assurance
- ✓interface management and schedule‑driven delivery
- ✓Experience with FIDIC‑based contracts and claims/change procedures
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