Materials Engineer

Materials Engineer

Joinery Experience Required Only! All other non-joinery experience applications will be automatically rejected.

Are you a detail-oriented technical professional ready to build your career with one of the region’s leading construction companies?

ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC), part of ICD, is a leading GCC construction company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects. With 20+ years of experience, ALEC builds across sectors including airports, hospitality, retail, and high-rises.

In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation’s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.

ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.

As a Materials Engineer at ALEC FITOUT, you’ll play a key role in managing and optimizing all material-related technical aspects within our bespoke joinery factory. This is your opportunity to support engineering excellence, production efficiency, and successful project delivery across high-end fit-out and joinery projects.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and play a pivotal role within the Engineering Department, supporting engineering, procurement, production, and installation teams by providing technical expertise on materials, finishes, fabrication requirements, and quality compliance to ensure efficient manufacturing and project execution.

As a Materials Engineer, you will manage and oversee all material-related technical activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, production requirements, cost targets, and delivery timelines.

• Review and approve materials, finishes, and hardware to ensure compliance with project specifications and production requirements
• Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams on material submittals, samples, substitutions, and lead times
• Support production teams with technical guidance on materials, fabrication methods, finishes, and manufacturability
• Monitor material quality and resolve production or installation-related issues
• Support value engineering, waste reduction, and material optimization initiatives
• Maintain approved material lists, technical documentation, and fabrication standards
• Research and introduce innovative materials and fabrication solutions to improve quality, sustainability, and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout production and installation activities

• 5+ years of experience in joinery, carpentry, interior fit-out, or bespoke manufacturing environments, with strong technical exposure to materials and fabrication processes

• Wood materials, veneers, laminates, solid surfaces, metals, finishes, joinery fabrication methods, CNC manufacturing, and material compliance standards

• Material selection, technical coordination, value engineering, quality control, material tracking, and production optimization

• Degree in an appropriate discipline or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Strong understanding of bespoke joinery production processes and material behavior
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, CAD models, and material submittals
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical coordination abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, ERP/MRP systems, and project management software
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation control skills
• Commitment to quality standards, sustainability, and continuous improvement

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s most iconic projects
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression

Ready to elevate your career? Join ALEC and play a key role in delivering iconic projects while growing in a dynamic and supportive team environment. We’re excited to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of something excellent!