QA / QC Engineer (Mechanical)

QA / QC Engineer (Mechanical) Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

IRCA Certified QMS Lead Auditor.

Welding Inspector Certification (CSWIP 3.1 / AWS-CWI), Painting Inspector Certification (BGAS Grade-2 / NACE Level-2), and NDT Level-2 Certification in RT, MT, UT, and PT (ASNT / ACCP) - mandatory. Equivalent international certifications acceptable.

IIW-Welding Engineer / NDT Level-3 and advanced NDT certifications (PAUT, TOFD, Auto UT, etc.) - advantageous.

Professional memberships / affiliations with recognized institutions (ASNT / AWS / TWI / NACE / ASQ-CMQ&OE / MCQI-CQP, etc.) - desirable.

Experience

Minimum 15 years' experience in construction of major greenfield or brownfield process plants in oil & gas, including large-scale solar (Photovoltaic) projects.

Worked with major EPIC contractors / end-users in similar positions, responsible for QA of Piping / Mechanical discipline construction and commissioning.

Strong working knowledge of QA / QC aspects, testing requirements, and acceptance criteria for Piping systems, rotating / static equipment, and mechanical disciplines.

Good knowledge and application of international codes and standards (ASME, TEMA, ASTM, API, ISO, AWS, BS EN, NACE, IOGP, Shell DEP, MESC).

Experience managing discipline inspectors, coordinating inspections / testing, and monitoring KPI performance.

Experience in Quality Surveillance Programs, Completion Management Systems (CMS), Inspection & Test Records (ITRs), Technical Integrity Verification (TIV), Flawless Project Delivery (FPD), Project Quality Health Check (PQHC) programs.

Experience implementing and conducting Pre-Qualification / QMS / technical compliance checks, quality walkthroughs, and audits.

Ability to resolve complex QA / QC issues and disputes in multidisciplinary, multicultural project environments.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities QA / QC Document Management

Support contractors in identifying and submitting QA / QC documents (ITPs, QCPs, Welding / NDT / HT / Painting procedures, MARs, etc.) in line with construction programs.

Assist functional supervisor in review / approval of QMS, engineering, and procurement documents.

Project QA / QC Implementation

Ensure implementation of project QA / QC requirements at site and supplier / subcontractor works in compliance with project specifications.

Organize pre-activity review meetings, attend quality walkthroughs, and QA / QC weekly meetings.

Inspection & Testing Oversight

Conduct surveillance of on-site / off-site structural, piping, pipeline, and equipment erection activities.

Monitor surface preparation and painting activities; identify potential / actual non-conformances and direct corrective actions.

Initiate or ensure NCRs for recurrent observations and non-conformities; follow up for RCA, correction, corrective / preventive action, and timely closeout.

Monitor compilation of material test certificates and construction records; ensure traceability.

Verify implementation of preservation management systems.

System & Process Monitoring

Ensure contractors maintain and update inspection / test registers and calibration records.

Ensure systems / processes / procedures / databases are established to maintain inspection / test status and allow statistical analysis.

Monitor KPIs, special processes, and personnel performance.

Audit & Compliance

Participate in project QHSE audits and pre-qualification audits of vendors / suppliers / subcontractors.

Conduct ITP / QCP / MS / process / activity-level compliance audits / checks.

Team & Stakeholder Management

Monitor contractor / subcontractor / third-party inspectors, engineers, and subordinates; provide guidance and support, reporting to functional supervisor.

Implement and enforce the organization's Quality Management System requirements.

Safety & Work Environment

Spend at least 50% of time exposed to construction site and prevailing climatic conditions.

Ensure personal safety and the safety of others affected by project activities, whether directly controlled or not.

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