Saudi Arabia approved new salary scale to enhance engineers pay

• The Saudi government has just approved a new salary scale for engineers.
• This major shift was approved during a Cabinet meeting led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
• But…there is a catch.

Overview of the new salary scale

The Saudi Arabian government has just rolled out an exciting new salary scale for engineers, effective December 31, 2024.

This move is set to revitalize the engineering sector, creating a more dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals across government agencies.

Approval by the Saudi Cabinet

The new salary structure was approved by the Saudi Cabinet during a meeting chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh.

The initiative targets government employees who hold engineering positions and have a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from recognized universities, both from Saudi Arabia and abroad.

Targeted groups in the engineering sector

The salary scale overhaul focuses on engineers working only in the public sector. The changes will affect the following categories of professionals:

• Engineer
• Associate Engineer
• Professional Engineer
• Consultant Engineer

These categories are aligned with the Saudi Council of Engineers’ system, which sets professional accreditation standards.

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Expected benefits for engineers

Experts believe the updated salary scale will,

• Create a more attractive and motivating work environment for engineers.
• Boost both the professional practice of engineers and their career growth.
• Include provisions for bonuses, promotion conditions, and other job benefits.

Minister’s remarks on the initiative

Ahmed Al Rajhi, the Minister of Human Resources, praised the new pay scale, calling it an empowering step for engineers.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), he mentioned that the new initiative would support and empower engineering personnel in the government sector.

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Future Impact

While the precise figures of the new salary scale are not yet available, the changes are expected to positively impact engineers’ job satisfaction and career prospects.

The overhaul is seen as an important step in strengthening the engineering profession in Saudi Arabia.