Welding QC Engineer (Senior)

• Assists in the preparation of quality documentation, including the Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and in the review of construction documents for compliance with project quality requirements related to Welding works.
• Monitors all phases and processes required for the effective completion of all related Welding works and in particular issues of design, procurement, construction and final hand over of the related Welding works.
• Monitors the implementation of Method Statements, and, Inspection & Test Plans related to Welding works, and ensure all necessary records are generated in a timely manner in their area of assigned responsibility.
• Manages the inspection and testing of Welding works in their area of assigned responsibilities, including monitoring the work of QC Inspectors under their authority.
• Monitors the close out of punch lists established for incomplete related to Mechanical works.
• Monitors all measurement & testing instruments employed for Welding works, that they are functional and calibrated.
• Witnesses, reviews and approves welder qualifications and WPS, PQR qualifications.
• Liaises and coordinates with 3rd Party Testing /Inspection Company as required related to Mechanical works.
• Statistical analysis and evaluation of test data related to Welding works.
• Prepares, files, maintains test/inspection records and any other quality records generated related to Welding works.
• Assisting construction personnel to identify and resolve problems and potential or actual non-conformances related to Welding works.
• Advises the QC Manager of non-conformance occurrences and where necessary, raises a Non-conformance Report for non-compliant work, and monitors the closeout and effectiveness of the correction and corrective action undertaken.
• Where required, assists the QC Manager in undertaking periodic audits, including those of sub-contractors and suppliers, in particular technical compliance audits in their field of specialization.
• Attends and witnesses all Client verification of work (inspection, test and the like) on site, and coordinates close out of any and all outstanding issues related to Civil works.
• Where required, assists in the preparation of final document for certification.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Metallurgy Engineering with Master's Degree in Welding
• at least 15 years of related experience (ADNOC experience will be an advantage).
• Professional certification in welding engineering (IWE, CWE)
• ASNT Level II in RT, UT, MT and PT
• Certified ISO 9001:2015 Internal auditor. lead auditor is preferred
• Certified 3.1 CSWIP required, 3.2 is preferred
• Knowledgeable in Welding Process, Welding Procedure Qualification in line with ASME SEC IX, AWS D1.1, API 1104, ISO 13847, SHELL DEP, ADNOC specifications.
• Familiar with Welding defect identification and root causes with control measures to prevent occurrence, hands on welding training for implementation contractor and vendor welding teams,
• Well versed in monitoring of welding repair data and welder performance. Shall be conversant with resolution of site welding issues including selection of welding consumable based on various material groupings.
• Ability to optimize welding procedure qualification based on material standard and production thickness
• Oil & Gas EPC Projects experience.

Note: Depending on the nature of the position and its associated compliance risk level, a background check on your profile may be carried out.