QA QC Engineer

URGENT HIRING FOR QA QC ENGINEER (Mechanical)

Industry: Oil & Gas / Refinery / Pipeline
Location: GCC / Middle East
Position: QC Engineer Mechanical
Experience: Minimum 15 Years

We are looking for an experienced QC Engineer – Mechanical with extensive experience in pipeline, piping, tanks, pressure equipment, valves, rotating equipment, and refinery construction projects.

Qualification & Certifications

HNC / HND / Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgy, or relevant technical qualification
CSWIP 3.1 / AWS or equivalent certification
ASNT / EN 473 / PCN Level II certification in RT, PT, MT & UT techniques
Strong knowledge of mechanical and metallurgical testing requirements

Experience Required

Minimum 15 years of relevant inspection/QC experience for HNC/HND candidates
Extensive experience in Oil & Gas, Pipeline, Piping, Tanks, Pressure Equipment, Valves, Rotating Equipment, and Refinery Construction
Strong knowledge of welding, NDT, mechanical inspection, testing, and quality documentation
Experience working with approved ITPs, procedures, method statements, and project quality requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Implement QA/QC activities, including inspection and surveillance of subcontractors and suppliers, in accordance with approved ITPs, procedures, method statements, and quality control documents.
• Prepare, review, and sign off applicable inspection, testing, and quality surveillance records.
• Conduct surveillance inspections to ensure compliance with approved processes and procedures.
• Monitor construction activities and ensure required quality standards are maintained.
• Raise RFIs (Request for Inspection) to the client for day-to-day construction activities.
• Witness pigging, hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, and other applicable inspection and testing activities.
• Conduct line walks and prepare, monitor, and close punch lists.
• Witness and verify PQR/WQT activities in accordance with approved PWPS/WPS.
• Verify that all materials are procured from approved suppliers and comply with project specifications.
• Monitor and ensure timely closure of NCRs, including suitable correction and corrective actions.
• Maintain records related to calibration, inspection, and testing equipment.
• Ensure the latest approved versions of applicable drawings, specifications, procedures, and quality documents are available at site.
• Witness qualification procedures and tests and certify the results as applicable.
• Issue Inspection Release Notes (IRN) and sign test packs / QC dossiers as required.
• Coordinate with clients, third-party inspectors, subcontractors, and construction teams on quality-related matters.
• Provide regular feedback to the Site Quality Engineer / Quality Manager regarding day-to-day quality issues and concerns.

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures and inspection practices
Good understanding of NDT techniques and welding inspection
Knowledge of quality audits and quality management systems
Strong knowledge of MS Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong reporting, documentation, coordination, and problem-solving abilities