Overview
The Asset Integrity Engineer (QA / QC Coordinator for Pressure Equipment) is responsible for ensuring that all pressure vessel components and assemblies are fabricated and / or installed in compliance with applicable codes and standards, and QAFCO specifications. The role involves coordinating and performing / witnessing inspection activities, reviewing quality documentation, liaising with third-party inspectors, and ensuring overall quality assurance throughout the fabrication and testing process.
Key Accountabilities
- Coordinate and perform / witness all inspection activities related to pressure equipment during fabrication, assembly and testing, and be a focal point for all Requests for Inspections (RFI).
- Ensure compliance with ASME Section VIII, API 510, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.8, API 650 and other relevant codes and standards.
- Supervise or witness Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), hydrotesting, and visual inspections.
- Coordinate in criticality ranking of the equipment fabrication based on QAFCO procedures and accordingly assign the Inspection Data Sheet (IDS).
- Coordinate with Asset Integrity Engineers in respective fields in Pre-Project studies to review the performance of the existing equipment and improvements needed.
- Follow up the inspection steps as per ITPs by coordinating contractors, internal as well as third party inspectors.
- Follow-up incoming material inspection in stores according to Company procedures / specifications. Reporting the discrepancies and non-compliances.
- Coordinate with third party inspection agencies to complete the Annual Lifting inspection certification programs. Communicate with the user sections for corrective actions and repairs for recertification. Review / approve contractors Lifting Equipment and Method Statements for critical lifts.
- Review and verify Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Procedures, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure
- Qualification Records (PQR) and Welding Performance Qualification (WPQ).
- Monitor and control quality records, inspection logs, and deviation reports.
- Review and monitor Non-Conformances and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive action.
- Review Manufacturer Data Records (MDRs), Quality Dossiers, and final documentation for issuance of Release Notes.
- Serve as the main point of contact between Asset Integrity, Engineering, Project, and Third-Party Inspectors.
- Attend quality and production progress meetings and report on inspection statuses and issues.
- Ensure all inspection activities meet the project specification, QAFCO requirements, relevant codes and standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Recommend and implement quality improvements to enhance fabrication efficiency and compliance.
Desired Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related fieldMinimum 8 years of experience direct and related to quality inspection roles, particularly with pressure equipment. Experience working in an EPC environment will be an advantage.Familiarity with ASME, API, and ISO quality systems.Qualified in API 510& 70, ASNT Level II NDT Certification (e.g., RT, UT, MT, PT) and welding inspection CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI.Strong knowledge of fabrication processes and sequences, welding and heat treatments, inspection and testing methods, material and its traceability, and good understanding of fabrication drawing.Having good knowledge of metallurgy, software tools like AutoCAD, SAP, or QMS platforms and ASME authorized inspector will be an advantage.#J-18808-Ljbffr