Umdaschgroup

Senior Project Engineer (Chinese Native Speaker)

Riyadh, RIYADH, Saudi Arabia · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerUmdaschgroup
LocationRiyadh, RIYADH, 12253, Saudi Arabia
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted5 months ago

Advanced Formwork Co. Ltd (Doka) is looking for a dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Engineer (Chinese) to join its versatile team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is pivotal in supporting projects with Chinese contractors and requires a strong background in formwork design, structural analysis, and project coordination.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting projects with Chinese construction companies, delivering efficient and safe formwork engineering solutions from concept through execution. The position requires strong expertise in AutoCAD-based formwork design, structural analysis, and close technical coordination with clients, consultants, and Doka’s internal teams, both locally and internationally.

This role is ideal for a Chinese national engineer who is comfortable working in a multicultural Middle East environment, able to communicate confidently in Mandarin and English, The position offers professional growth with a globally reputed company that values collaboration, performance, and long-term development.

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Key Responsibilities

Analyse structural drawings given by clients and consultants
Develop formwork concepts and engineering solutions in line with project requirements, safety standards, and company systems
Special formwork design in AutoCAD
Create formwork design for customer presentations
Propose the most economical and best technical solution
Conduct basic static calculations and advanced structural analysis
Produce material list, offer drawings and shop drawings
Assist Sales Engineers with site visits and client presentation
Prepare and present formwork solutions to clients, including technical explanations and value engineering proposals.
Coordinate the timely delivery of shop drawings as per instructions
Coordinate with clients for technical issues
Coordination with other involved departments
Consideration of availability of material in the design stage

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (2D & 3D) for formwork design.
Revit knowledge is an advantage
At least 5 years of intensive experience in formwork engineering (and statics)
Chinese National with excellent verbal and written communication skills in Mandarin.
Good working proficiency in English for technical documentation and coordination
Strong analytical thinking with high attention to detail.
Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage a project and its internal and external stakeholders
Ability to make decisions, take responsibility, delegate and deliver presentations
Eager to learn and improve knowledge and skills
Show adaptability, is open to change and able to manage it
Thorough understanding of our business model and cross-functional collaboration
Understanding of logistics and contract management

Your Benefits will be:

Dynamic working environment where teamwork, innovation, and personal development are valued.
Training and continuous development of employees to maintain a high level of expertise and competitiveness, as well as opportunities for advancement

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