QA/QC Engineer - Rail Infrastructure

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer in Abu Dhabi, UAE to oversee quality across design, construction, testing and commissioning on a major rail infrastructure programme. You will lead contractor surveillance, reviews and audits, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and international standards.

With a minimum of 10 years in QA/QC for similar projects, you will coordinate with design teams, contractors and the client to maintain traceable quality records and

Qualifications

• Technical or engineering university degree.
• Minimum 10 years of QA/QC experience on similar projects.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management and auditing practices.
• Proven experience reviewing ITPs, method statements and submittals.
• Experience managing non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve contractor quality documentation (QIDPs, ITPs, method statements, procedures).
• Monitor contractor compliance with the approved quality system and standards.
• Plan and conduct quality audits and surveillance of contractors and suppliers.
• Track corrective actions from audits to close-out.
• Witness inspections, tests, hold points at sites and during FAT.
• Review material submittals, test certificates and conformance docs.
• Maintain quality records and ensure traceability for handover.
• Support testing and commissioning and verify QA documentation for system acceptance.
• Prepare periodic quality reports and KPIs for management and client.
• Lead quality coordination meetings with project stakeholders.

Skills

QA/QC

Quality auditing

Non-conformance

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Job description

QA/QC Engineer - Rail Infrastructure Job Snapshot

Role: QA/QC Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Quality Assurance

Experience: Minimum 10 years

Job Type: Full Time

AECOM is seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer in Abu Dhabi, UAE to support quality assurance and quality control on a major rail infrastructure programme. Working as a Senior Professional within the project management team, the role oversees quality across design, construction, testing, and commissioning, ensuring that project activities comply with contractual requirements, technical specifications, approved quality systems, and applicable standards. Close coordination with contractors, designers, and the client is central to the position.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Quality Assurance
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve contractor quality documentation, including Project Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans, method statements, and quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor compliance with the approved quality management system, contract specifications, and relevant international standards.
• Plan and conduct quality audits and surveillance covering contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Track corrective actions arising from audits and surveillance activities through to close-out.
• Witness and verify inspections, tests, hold points, and witness points at construction sites and during factory acceptance testing.
• Review material and equipment submittals, test certificates, and supporting conformance documentation.
• Raise, track, and close non-conformance reports and analyze root causes to help prevent recurrence.
• Oversee quality records, including inspection requests, test results, and as-built documents, ensuring records remain complete and traceable for project handover.
• Support testing and commissioning activities and verify completion of the quality documentation required for system acceptance.
• Prepare periodic quality reports and key performance indicators for project management and the client.
• Lead quality coordination meetings with relevant project stakeholders.
• Promote consistent application of project quality requirements throughout design, construction, testing, and commissioning activities.

Minimum Requirements

• Technical or engineering university degree.
• Minimum 10 years of QA/QC experience on similar projects.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and quality auditing practices.
• Proven experience reviewing Inspection and Test Plans, method statements, and material submittals.
• Demonstrated experience managing non-conformance reports and associated corrective actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Experience

• Rail or metro QA/QC experience is desirable, including exposure to civil works, track, signalling, power, communications, or other railway systems.
• Experience in a PMC, consultant, or client-side environment is also desirable, along with previous Middle East experience, particularly within the UAE.
• Candidates with ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification will have relevant additional credentials.
• Familiarity with EN 50126, EN 50128, and EN 50129 RAMS standards and FIDIC contracts is desirable, as is experience supporting testing, commissioning, system acceptance, and handover on major infrastructure projects.

Education and Professional Credentials

A Bachelor 's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline is required.

Professional certification or membership through organizations such as CQI-IRCA or ASQ is considered an advantage.

Quality and Rail Project Scope

This role combines quality management oversight with direct involvement in contractor surveillance, inspections, audits, factory acceptance testing, NCR management, documentation control, testing, commissioning, and final system handover. The QA/QC Engineer will work across project interfaces to maintain traceable quality records and ensure that contractors meet established requirements while supporting timely programme delivery.

Recruitment and Onboarding

Newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. This requirement supports AECOM 's secure recruitment process.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its teams work with public- and private-sector clients throughout the project lifecycle, from advisory, planning, design, and engineering through program and construction management. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global team of more than 50,000 professionals.