QC Inspector – (CSWIP)

Orbit International Survey Services LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbit International Survey Services LLC is seeking an experienced QC Inspector in Dubai with a valid CSWIP 3.1 certificate to oversee inspection, welding, and erection of structural steel. You will verify drawings, ITPs, welding procedures, and documentation while coordinating with clients, suppliers, and third-party inspectors.

The role requires at least 5 years in structural steel fabrication, welding, and erection, with knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME, ASTM, API, ISO standards and NDT processes.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification (valid).
• Minimum 5 years in structural steel fabrication, welding and erection.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural steel fabrication, assembly, welding, and erection per drawings, specs, and ITPs.
• Perform visual inspection of welds including fit-up, preheating, and final quality.
• Review WPS, PQR, WPQ/WQT, weld maps, material certificates, and fabrication records.
• Inspect components like beams, columns, platforms, ladders, handrails, gratings, and frames.
• Verify material identification, traceability, dimensions, and compliance with specs.
• Coordinate NDT activities such as UT, MT, PT, RT as required.
• Inspect bolted connections, high-strength bolts, torqueing, and anchor bolts.
• Monitor dimensional inspection, surface prep, painting, and coating where applicable.
• Raise and follow up RFIs, NCRs, observations, and punch-list items.

Skills

Inspection

Quality control

Welding inspection

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

WPS/PQR

NDT equipment

Job description

Orbit International Survey Services (Orbit ISS) is an industrial asset integrity engineering management firm based in United Arab Emirates, since 2006. We are an ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 accredited company and have provided asset integrity solutions to high-profile clients throughout the Middle East, North America, and Asia. Founded on the principles of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, Orbit ISS is committed to providing world‑class services and technology that help our clients address complex challenges in the oil, gas, marine and renewable energy sectors.

Visit our website at www.orbitiss.com to learn more...

Role Overview

Orbit International Survey Services LLC is looking for an experienced QC Inspector with valid CSWIP certification to perform inspection and quality control activities for structural steel fabrication, welding, assembly, and erection. The candidate will ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, ITPs, welding procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect structural steel fabrication, assembly, welding, and erection as per approved drawings, specifications, and ITPs.
• Perform visual inspection of welds, including fit‑up, joint preparation, alignment, preheating, welding, and final weld quality.
• Review WPS, PQR, WPQ/WQT, weld maps, material certificates, and fabrication records.
• Inspect structural components including beams, columns, platforms, ladders, handrails, gratings, supports, and frames.
• Verify material identification, traceability, dimensions, and compliance with project specifications.
• Witness and coordinate NDT activities including UT, MT, PT, and RT as required.
• Inspect bolted connections, high‑strength bolts, torqueing, anchor bolts, and structural connections.
• Monitor dimensional inspection, surface preparation, painting, and coating activities where applicable.
• Raise and follow up RFIs, NCRs, observations, and punch‑list items.
• Coordinate with client, third‑party inspectors, subcontractors, and construction teams.
• Prepare inspection reports, surveillance reports, and quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with AWS D1.1, ASME, ASTM, API, ISO, and project/client requirements.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Valid CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector certification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in structural steel fabrication, welding, and erection.
• Oil & Gas, Offshore, Shipyard, or EPC project experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of structural drawings, welding procedures, NDT, and quality documentation.
• NDT Level II / BGAS / NACE certification will be an added advantage.