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.