Painting Engineer / QAQC Engineer - Painting & Coating

ADC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai seeks a Painting/Coating QAQC Engineer to ensure the integrity of protective coating systems for critical infrastructure. Candidates must have over 5 years of experience in industrial painting inspection and hold NACE Level 2 certification or equivalent. Responsibilities include conducting thorough inspections, documenting compliance, and collaborating with engineers and contractors to optimize performance. This role is vital for asset preservation and operational safety in harsh environments.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial painting/coating inspection and QA/QC roles required.
• Certification in NACE Level 2 or higher (or equivalent SSPC certification) is necessary.
• Strong understanding of NACE, SSPC, ISO 12944, and other relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure integrity and longevity of protective coating systems.
• Conduct inspections at all project phases using advanced tools.
• Collaborate with corrosion engineers and project managers.

Skills

Industrial painting/coating inspection

Failure analysis

Report writing

Vendor auditing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Corrosion Engineering

Tools

DFT gauges

Adhesion testers

Holiday detectors

Job description

Overview

Country United Arab Emirates

Job type Permanent

Location Dubai

Specialism Quality Control / Inspection / HSE

The Painting/Coating QAQC Engineer ensures the integrity and longevity of protective coating systems applied to critical infrastructure, including pipelines, storage tanks, and offshore structures. The professional oversees surface preparation, coating application, and curing processes while enforcing strict compliance with international standards (NACE, SSPC, ISO 12944). The role involves conducting inspections at all project phases—from abrasive blast profile checks to final dry film thickness measurements—using advanced tools like DFT gauges, adhesion testers, and holiday detectors. Whether approving coating procedures or investigating premature coating failures, the engineer\'s expertise prevents corrosion-related asset degradation in aggressive service environments. The Painting/Coating QAQC Engineer serves as the technical authority for material selection, specifying coating systems tailored to operational conditions (CUI prevention, immersion service, or high-temperature resistance). The position requires meticulous documentation of inspection reports, non-conformance tracking, and vendor qualification audits to maintain quality assurance protocols. The professional collaborates with corrosion engineers, painting contractors, and project managers to optimize coating lifecycles while meeting safety and environmental regulations. The engineer\'s specialized knowledge in industrial coatings—from epoxy systems to thermal spray aluminization—directly impacts asset preservation and operational safety in hydrocarbon facilities.

Responsibilities

• 5+ years of experience in industrial painting/coating inspection and QA/QC roles

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial painting/coating inspection and QA/QC roles
• Certification in NACE Level 2 or higher (or equivalent SSPC certification)
• Strong understanding of NACE, SSPC, ISO 12944, and other relevant standards
• Proficiency in coating inspection tools (DFT gauges, adhesion testers, holiday detectors)
• Experience in failure analysis and corrective action planning for coating defects
• Knowledge of coating systems for CUI prevention, immersion service, and high-temperature applications
• Strong report writing, documentation, and vendor auditing skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Corrosion Engineering preferred