Lead coating Engineer

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory in Abu Dhabi seeks a seasoned Coating QC Inspector to lead coating inspections on major projects, ensuring all work complies with international and client standards. You will review procedures, advise on coating systems and monitor all stages from surface prep through final acceptance.

The role requires a strong technical background, 8+ years in coating engineering, and ability to mentor inspectors and coordinate with subcontractors, engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, materials, metallurgical or chemical engineering or equivalent.
• NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or FROSIO Level III preferred; BGAS Grade 1 or SSPC certification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of coating engineering experience in coating, painting, insulation and surface preparation.
• Strong leadership, coating inspection, surface preparation, problem-solving and quality control skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and coating management/document management software.

Responsibilities

• Review contract specifications, coating procedures, ITPs and client requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to QC Painting Inspectors and painting subcontractors.
• Review and approve coating procedures, repairs, and technical queries related to coatings.
• Monitor surface preparation, environmental conditions, coating application, curing and final acceptance.
• Lead investigations related to coating failures, NCRs and customer complaints; recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Coating inspection

Surface preparation

Problem-solving

Subcontractor management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Coating management software

Document management systems

Job description

Review contract specifications coating procedures ITPs method statements and client requirements Prepare and review coating quality plans Inspection and Test Plans ITPs and project-specific procedures Provide technical guidance to QC Painting Inspectors and painting subcontractors Review and approve coating procedures repair procedures and technical queries related to coating systems Monitor surface preparation environmental conditions coating application curing insulation and final acceptance activities Ensure compliance with project specifications ISO 12944 NORSOK SSPC ASTM ISO 8501 ISO 8502 and ISO 8503 manufacturer recommendations and applicable client standards Evaluate coating material approvals technical data sheets material certificates and storage conditions Verify coating consumables mixing ratios pot life DFT requirements adhesion testing holiday testing climatic conditions and coating compatibility Lead investigations related to coating failures defects NCRs and customer complaints and recommend corrective and preventive actions Review and approve inspection reports daily reports quality records and final coating dossiers Coordinate with Engineering Production Procurement Planning Clients and Third-Party Inspection agencies to resolve coating-related technical issues Participate in internal and external quality audits and client inspections Monitor subcontractor performance and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and quality Ensure all coating activities comply with QA QC procedures HSE requirements and project quality objectives Support project completion by ensuring timely release of coated items and preparation of final turnover documentation Mentor and develop QC Painting Inspectors and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.

Technical Qualification:

• NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or FROSIO Level III preferred. BGAS Grade 1 or equivalent and SSPC Protective Coatings Inspector certification are preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in coating engineering, with strong experience in coating, painting, insulation, and surface preparation activities.

Skills:

• Strong technical leadership, coating inspection, surface preparation, coating application, problem-solving, subcontractor management, and quality control skills.

Software:

• Proficient in MS Office, coating management software, and document management systems.

Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of coating systems, surface preparation, DFT, adhesion and holiday testing, environmental monitoring, coating failure investigation, and applicable international coating standards.