Senior Coating Engineer | QA/QC & Inspection Lead

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory in Abu Dhabi seeks a seasoned Coating QC Inspector to lead coating inspections on major projects, ensuring all work complies with international and client standards. You will review procedures, advise on coating systems and monitor all stages from surface prep through final acceptance.

The role requires a strong technical background, 8+ years in coating engineering, and ability to mentor inspectors and coordinate with subcontractors, engineering,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, materials, metallurgical or chemical engineering or equivalent.
• NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or FROSIO Level III preferred; BGAS Grade 1 or SSPC certification preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of coating engineering experience in coating, painting, insulation and surface preparation.
• Strong leadership, coating inspection, surface preparation, problem-solving and quality control skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and coating management/document management software.

Responsibilities

• Review contract specifications, coating procedures, ITPs and client requirements.
• Provide technical guidance to QC Painting Inspectors and painting subcontractors.
• Review and approve coating procedures, repairs, and technical queries related to coatings.
• Monitor surface preparation, environmental conditions, coating application, curing and final acceptance.
• Lead investigations related to coating failures, NCRs and customer complaints; recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Coating inspection

Surface preparation

Problem-solving

Subcontractor management

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Coating management software

Document management systems

Job description

Ali & Sons Marine Engineering Factory in Abu Dhabi seeks a seasoned Coating QC Inspector to lead coating inspections on major projects, ensuring all work complies with international and client standards. You will review procedures, advise on coating systems and monitor all stages from surface prep through final acceptance.

The role requires a strong technical background, 8+ years in coating engineering, and ability to mentor inspectors and coordinate with subcontractors, engineering,