Sr. QAQC Engineer Mechanical

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghobash Group in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Senior QA/QC Engineer to lead quality assurance for multi-discipline EPC projects in oil & gas, power and utilities. You will oversee QA/QC teams, implement ADNOC-aligned QMS, and drive audits, documentation, and continuous improvement across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning stages.

The role requires at least 10 years in QA/QC with a strong background in pipeline, coating and NDE activities, and a proven ability to manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering with 10+ years QA/QC experience.
• 5+ years in Sr. QA/QC Engineer role in corporate or contracting environment in construction preferably oil & gas power and utility sector.
• Experience in EPC contracting companies OEMs in oil & gas power utilities.
• Exposure / Knowledge in Onshore Pipeline construction, On Plot Piping, Flow line / Trunk line Construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA/QC for project and supervise QA/QC team and subcontractors.
• Implement QMS per ADNOC standards and establish project QMS.
• Execute audits and manage NCRs with root-cause analysis.
• Review and approve ITPs, vendor and supplier documents and reports.
• Provide QA/QC input to technical bid evaluations and lessons learned.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Analytical thinking

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Lead Auditor

QMS Certifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical or related)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overall responsibilities:

• This role will be focal point for all quality related matters of the project and work closely with Project Manager client quality counterparts and Corporate QAQC Representative in EEIC.
• Responsible for all quality assurance and quality control related matters for project assigned and supervise the team of QC Inspector and subcontractors QC Inspectors.
• Responsible for implementation of QMS of EEIC and establish the QMS for the project as per ADNOC standards and procedures.
• Executes audits in accordance with approved audit schedules.

Day to day responsibilities:

• Developing managing implementation and maintaining Project Quality Management System in accordance with approved Project Quality Plan and ensure that same are effectively implemented & maintained.
• Developing Quality system Quality Control Procedures / Plans Work procedures and inspection and test plans.
• Provide guidance / training to implement Project QMS requirements; Ensure Project quality policies Quality objectives / KPIs are clearly understood and implemented.
• To review Project Quality Plan regularly for adequacy and revise if required.
• Verify the Quality documents are distributed for effective implementation.
• Project QMS/ PQP implementation and internal as well as subcontractors audit scheduling.
• Leading Project Quality Auditing and conversant in issue of nonconformance investigate root causes and recommendations for corrective actions to prevent recurrence in the project.
• Manage and supervise all QA/QC functions / activities performed during engineering procurement construction Installation Mechanical Completion Pre-commissioning and up to final acceptance by end user.
• Preparation implementation monitoring revision and updating of Project quality plan Quality Control Procedures ITPs etc.
• To monitor and report the weekly and monthly KPIs to implement the timely corrective action.
• Manage all Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC) functions in the project and manage a team of QA/QC Engineers QC inspectors (Welding Painting / Coating Civil E& I) for day-to-day QA/QC functions in the project.
• Attend kick off meetings to provide QA/QC input Determine inspection level and requirements of product/ material
• Review and approve product /material requisitions and validate QC requirements
• Provide Quality input to technical bid evaluations Review and approve necessary vendor and supplier documents including ITPs NDE procedures and reports Manufacturing Record Books
• Support 3rd party inspection coordination process and review inspection reports and release notes
• Review and approval of sub-constractors and commissioning ITPs
• Review construction and commissioning workpacks prior to site issue
• Conduct review of project technical queries and standard deviation requests
• Verify completeness of vendor and project documentation and Support implementation of quality continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure the closure of Quality requirements for project close out
• Regular quality reporting as required and ensure the satisfactory reporting tracking and closure of project NCRs and Preventive Actions.
• Quality input to project lessons learned and risk management sessions
• Develop and execute contract quality programs in accordance with Contract and/or Projects Execution Plan arrangements
• Executes audits in accordance with approved audit schedules.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Electrical Mechanical or related field) with sufficient experience(10 Years) and minimum 05 years in Sr. QAQC Engineer role in corporate or contracting environment in construction preferably oil & gas power and utility sector.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience level: 10 years or more
• 05 years or more experience in an EPC contracting companies OEMs in oil & gas power and utilities sector.
• Exposure / Knowledge in Onshore Pipeline construction On Plot Piping Flow line / Trunk line Construction Well Head Tie-Ins Tank Fabrication Projects etc.
• Relevant background / Inspection experience in welding (Pipeline & Piping) Pipeline Field Joint coating application (3LPP 3LPE FBE U/G coating painting) NDT inspection and other construction activities / inspections related to Civil E & I discipline.
• Good experience in inspection and testing activities related to procedure qualification test Applicator Qualification test of 3LPE 3LPP 2LFBE External line pipe coating A/G Painting and Coating activities etc.
• Experience / Knowledge in implementation of lesson learnt process in the project and ensure that same nonconformity / lessons shall not be repeated throughout project lifecycle.
• Experience / fully familiar with codes and standards such as ASME ASTM API ISO etc. used in oil and gas industries. Familiar with SHELL DEP ADNOC Onshore specifications are an added advantage.
• Knowledge in Conducting Welding procedure Qualification & Welder Qualifications for Oil & Gas Projects (Pipeline Piping Well Head Tie-ins etc.) in accordance with applicable Codes and Standards.

Skills & Professional Requirements:

• Good planning and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• High level of communication skills in both written and spoken format
• Analytical Problems Solving skills and Systematic thinking
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with good initiative and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work within multi-cultural workforces and environments
• Ability to be a good team player
• ISO 9001 Certified Lead Auditor & QMS Certifications

Attributes and Behaviours:

• Flexible and adaptive approach to work
• Self-starter and self-motivated person who can demonstrate use of initiative
• Enquiring mind-set identifies efficiencies and improvements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Strong interpersonal and organization skills
• Maintaining Integrity and confidentiality

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time