Quality Engineer - Projects

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 245,520 - 357,120; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi Emirate seeks a Quality Engineer - Projects with hands‑on QA/QC experience in oil and energy. You will support project quality management across engineering, materials, construction, commissioning, and contractor control to ensure quality integrity and compliance with ISO 9000 and ADNOC standards.

The role emphasizes reviewing QA/QC plans, conducting audits, coordinating with contractors and PMCs, and implementing preventive actions to safeguard project quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering discipline with minimum 6 years in QA/QC.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9000 series quality management.
• Experience reviewing QA/QC plans, inspection/test plans, procedures, and audits.
• Knowledge of vendor inspection, field inspection, and third‑party inspection processes.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, PMC teams, and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for development and implementation of quality requirements on assigned energy projects.
• Ensure project quality systems comply with ISO 9000 standards and ADNOC-related requirements.
• Review QA/QC plans, inspection/test plans, and contractor procedures for alignment with project needs.
• Monitor QA/QC activities across project phases and initiate preventive actions for risks or deviations.
• Review and monitor third‑party inspection agencies and supplier quality checks.
• Train staff and support budgets, reporting, and continuous improvement.

Skills

QA/QC management

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

ISO 9000

Audit programs

Contractor QA/QC plans

Inspection & test plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Quality Engineer - Projects
• Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Quality Assurance
• Experience: 6 years in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
• Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi Emirate
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Quality Assurance
• Salary: 22000-32000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; confirm final offer)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Quality Engineer - Projects in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is an Oil and Energy hiring opportunity for an experienced QA/QC professional who can support project quality management across engineering, materials, equipment, construction, commissioning, contractor control, and compliance activities. The role is focused on ensuring project quality systems meet ISO 9000 series requirements, ADNOC standards, company policies, technical integrity expectations, and fit‑for‑purpose delivery across assigned energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for the development and implementation of quality management requirements on assigned oil and energy projects.
• Ensure project quality systems comply with ISO 9000 series standards, company policies, contractual agreements, technical integrity expectations, and project‑specific quality requirements.
• Review and develop quality requirements to be followed by contractors and Project Management Consultants during design, development, construction, and commissioning.
• Support prevention of non‑conformity across project phases by ensuring quality controls are planned, understood, implemented, and monitored.
• Review contractor QA/QC plans, quality procedures, inspection plans, testing procedures, and inspection and test plans for alignment with company and project requirements.
• Verify that design, materials, equipment, construction, and commissioning activities are compatible with approved specifications, standards, and quality expectations.
• Monitor implementation of QA/QC activities throughout project phases and initiate preventive actions where risks, deviations, or weak controls are identified.
• Participate in developing company strategies related to vendor inspection, field inspection, third‑party inspection agency selection, and critical equipment quality assurance.
• Support the selection and performance monitoring of third‑party inspection agencies to ensure critical materials and equipment meet specified acceptance criteria.
• Review and monitor PMC control over TPI agencies and provide feedback on areas of concern requiring remedial action.
• Ensure adequate utilization, coordination, and control of TPI resources throughout vendor inspection, site inspection, and project quality verification activities.
• Handle technical audits, compliance audits, PMT audit coordination, audit team support, interview arrangements, and physical verification visits.
• Confirm that company quality requirements are established, implemented, verified, and evaluated across contractor and project delivery activities.
• Review contractor internal and external audit programs to assess scope, frequency, effectiveness, and compliance with project quality requirements.
• Participate in contractor audits and provide an independent assessment of audit quality, findings, corrective actions, and overall effectiveness.
• Plan, supervise, and coordinate quality‑related activities in the assigned area to meet functional and project objectives.
• Train and develop assigned staff on relevant QA/QC skills, quality systems, inspection practices, and project quality requirements.
• Provide input for departmental and section budgets and support implementation of approved budgets and work plans.
• Investigate and highlight significant budget variances related to quality activities to support performance monitoring and cost control.
• Implement approved departmental and section policies, processes, systems, standards, and procedures in line with company and international standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, legal regulations, company procedures, project quality standards, and approved management systems.
• Contribute to approved performance objectives for the department or section in line with the company performance framework.
• Design and implement tools, techniques, and process improvements that increase quality, efficiency, consistency, and control in project operations.
• Identify internal process improvements using best practices and ISO‑aligned standards to resolve functional challenges and improve quality performance.
• Comply with HSE policies, procedures, controls, sustainability guidelines, applicable legislation, international standards, and ADNOC Code of Practices.
• Provide accurate inputs for section MIS, progress reports, quality updates, audit summaries, and management reporting requirements.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or an equivalent engineering discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience, including hands‑on Quality Assurance and Quality Control experience.
• Practical understanding of ISO 9000 series quality management requirements and their application across engineering and construction projects.
• Experience reviewing QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans, contractor procedures, testing methods, audit programs, and compliance documentation.
• Strong knowledge of project quality systems across design, procurement, materials, equipment, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Ability to monitor contractor and PMC quality performance and identify risks, weaknesses, non‑conformities, and improvement opportunities.
• Experience with vendor inspection, field inspection, third‑party inspection agencies, critical equipment quality checks, and material acceptance processes.
• Understanding of technical audits, compliance audits, contractor audits, physical verification, audit findings, and corrective action follow‑up.
• Strong knowledge of quality control standards, engineering specifications, project documentation, inspection records, and technical compliance requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with contractors, PMC teams, PMT representatives, inspectors, engineering teams, construction teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, reporting, problem‑solving, communication, and coordination skills.
• Able to work in an Oil and Energy project environment where safety, quality, technical integrity, and documentation accuracy are essential.
• Commitment to HSE compliance, sustainability guidelines, continuous improvement, and reliable project delivery.

Skills Set

• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• QA/QC management
• Project quality management
• ISO 9000 series
• Quality management systems
• Contractor QA/QC plans
• Inspection and test plans
• Testing procedures
• Vendor inspection
• Field inspection
• Third‑party inspection
• TPI agency coordination
• PMC quality control
• Technical audits
• Compliance audits
• Contractor audits
• Non‑conformity prevention
• Corrective action follow‑up
• Design quality review
• Construction quality monitoring
• Commissioning quality support
• Materials inspection
• Equipment inspection
• Technical integrity
• Engineering standards
• Project documentation
• MIS reporting
• HSE compliance
• Continuous improvement
• Mechanical engineering
• Civil engineering
• ADNOC Code of Practices

Why Join Us

This role offers a strong opportunity for a QA/QC professional to contribute to major energy projects in Abu Dhabi Emirate while working within a quality‑driven Oil and Energy environment. The position gives exposure to project engineering, contractor quality control, vendor inspection, construction assurance, commissioning support, ISO‑based systems, and technical audit activities. It is a valuable career move for an engineer who wants to strengthen project quality performance, improve process reliability, and support the delivery of safe, compliant, and technically sound energy infrastructure.

About the Company

ADNOC Group is a leading diversified energy group wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Founded in1971, the company operates across the energy value chain and plays a major role in responsible energy production, lower‑carbon solutions, and long‑term industrial development. ADNOC Group is investing in cleaner energy, decarbonization technologies, and operational excellence while maintaining a strong focus on safety, technical integrity, sustainability, and reliable energy delivery from Abu Dhabi Emirate to global markets.