Lead QA / QC Engineer - E&I [Offshore Project]

MPC Moving Picture Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UAE is seeking a Lead QA/QC Engineer to manage and implement the Quality Management System for an offshore project. This role demands extensive experience in the Oil & Gas sector, particularly with EPC projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, an engineering degree, and certifications in quality management. Responsibilities include overseeing quality activities and compliance with ADNOC standards. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore).
• Minimum 5 years ADNOC Offshore experience (Preferred).
• Strong exposure to offshore brownfield projects and live facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and implement the Quality Management System for the Offshore project.
• Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan, procedures, and Inspection & Test Plans.
• Conduct quality audits, surveillance, and compliance inspections.

Skills

QMS implementation

NCR management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Certified ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

ADNOC Offshore approval

CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector

BGAS Grade 2 Painting Inspector

Job description

Company Description

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Description

Role Purpose

To lead, manage, and implement the Quality Management System (QMS) forthe Offshore project, ensuring full compliance with ADNOC standards, ISO 9001 : 2015 requirements, contractual obligations, and project specifications. The Lead QA / QC Engineer is responsible for overseeing all quality-related activities across engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases, ensuring consistent quality performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

QA / QC Planning & QMS Implementation

• Hold overall responsibility and accountability for all QA / QC activities on the project
• Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP), procedures, work instructions, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Ensure effective implementation of QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 : 2015 and ADNOC Offshore requirements
• Define and monitor project quality KPIs and performance metrics
• Promote continuous improvement and integration of lessons learned across project phases

Quality Assurance & Control Execution

• Ensure contractual quality requirements are fully implemented throughout the project lifecycle
• Conduct quality audits, surveillance, and compliance inspections at all project locations (onshore, offshore, yards, vendors)
• Lead management of NCRs including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, and closure verification
• Ensure timely reporting of quality performance, trends, and risks to Project Management and ADNOC Offshore Quality Representative
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation, registers, and records

Interface with ADNOC Offshore & Stakeholders

• Act as the primary focal point for all quality-related communication with ADNOC Offshore
• Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, HSE, and Project Management teams
• Attend quality review meetings, audits, and management review sessions with ADNOC Offshore
• Ensure timely submission of quality reports, dashboards, and documentation

Contractor & Subcontractor Quality Management

• Review and approve contractor and subcontractor quality documents, PQPs, ITPs, and procedures
• Ensure subcontractor QA / QC teams meet competency and certification requirements
• Monitor vendor and subcontractor compliance with approved quality plans and inspection requirements
• Conduct vendor inspections, audits, and surveillance activities

Team Leadership & Management

• Provide leadership, direction, and technical guidance to the QA / QC team
• Manage QA / QC personnel across offshore platforms, fabrication yards, manufacturing facilities, and site installations
• Ensure effective coordination between multi-discipline QA / QC teams
• Support training, mentoring, and development of QA / QC personnel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Certified ISO 9001 : 2015 Lead Auditor
• ADNOC Offshore approval (preferred)
• CSWIP 3.1 / AWS Certified Welding Inspector
• BGAS Grade 2 Painting Inspector

Additional Information

Experience

• Minimum 15–20 years of EPC project experience in Oil & Gas (Onshore & Offshore)
• Minimum 5 years ADNOC Offshore experience (Preferred)
• Strong exposure to offshore brownfield projects and live facilities
• Proven experience managing QA / QC activities across EPC project phases

Skills & Competencies

• Strong expertise in QMS implementation, audits, NCR management, and documentation
• In-depth knowledge of ADNOC Offshore standards, specifications, and EPC processes
• Excellent coordination and communication skills with ADNOC, vendors, OEMs, and subcontractors
• Ability to lead and manage multi-discipline QA / QC teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and accountable
• Detail-oriented with strong execution focus
• Able to work under pressure and tight project schedules
• Strong ownership and leadership mindset
• Willing to travel and work offshore as required

Key Deliverables

• Project Quality Plan (PQP) and compliance records
• Approved ITPs and quality procedures
• Audit and surveillance reports
• NCR register and closure reports
• Quality KPI dashboards and performance reports
• ADNOC Offshore quality submissions and management review inputs