Senior Engineer - QA/QC

Greytip Software Private Limited

Hyderabad

On-site

INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Job summary

Greytip Software Private Limited is seeking a Senior Engineer – QA/QC to lead quality assurance across engineering, procurement, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning, ensuring deliverables meet specifications, drawings, applicable codes, contractual requirements, and quality standards.

The role collaborates with project teams, vendors, clients, and inspectors to establish quality systems, manage non-conformances, and support timely, reliable project outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is required.
7–12 years of QA/QC experience in multi-disciplinary projects a must.
Experience leading QA/QC activities across engineering, procurement, construction, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project-specific QA/QC plans, ITPs, procedures, checklists, and documentation.
Coordinate inspections, testing, and calibration, ensuring adherence to approved plans.
Review and approve quality records, submittals, and as-built documentation.
Identify, document, and manage non-conformances with effective corrective actions.
Lead audits (internal, supplier, and subcontractor) and drive continual quality improvement.
Provide guidance to QA/QC personnel and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or related engineering

7–12 years of relevant QA/QC experience

Tools

MS Office

QMS/ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

The Senior Engineer – QA/QC is responsible for leading and managing quality assurance and quality control activities across engineering, procurement, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning operations. The role ensures that all project deliverables, materials, workmanship, processes, and documentation comply with approved specifications, drawings, applicable codes, contractual requirements, and organizational quality standards.

The position works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and third-party inspection agencies to establish effective quality systems, identify potential risks, resolve non-conformities, and support the timely delivery of reliable and compliant project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Job Description: Senior Engineer – QA/QC Position Overview

Quality Management

Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans, Inspection and Test Plans, procedures, checklists, and related quality documentation.
Ensure project activities are performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, applicable codes, standards, and contractual requirements.
Establish quality objectives, inspection criteria, hold points, witness points, and acceptance standards for project activities.
Monitor the effectiveness of quality processes and recommend improvements to prevent recurring issues.
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the organization’s Quality Management System.

Inspection and Testing

Plan, coordinate, and supervise inspections and tests for materials, equipment, fabrication, installation, construction, and commissioning activities.
Review and approve inspection requests, test reports, material inspection reports, calibration certificates, and quality records.
Verify that all inspection and testing equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and suitable for use.
Coordinate with client representatives, consultants, third-party inspectors, and relevant authorities during inspections and testing activities.
Ensure that inspection and testing activities are completed in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans and project schedules.

Documentation and Compliance

Review project quality documentation, including material submittals, technical submissions, work procedures, inspection records, test certificates, and as-built documentation.
Maintain accurate and traceable quality records throughout the project lifecycle.
Prepare and submit quality reports, inspection summaries, quality dashboards, and status updates to project stakeholders.
Ensure that vendor and subcontractor documentation complies with project and contractual requirements.
Support the preparation and compilation of final quality dossiers and handover documentation.

Non-Conformance and Corrective Actions

Identify, document, and monitor non-conformities, defects, deviations, and quality-related risks.
Issue and manage Non-Conformance Reports, observations, punch lists, and corrective action requests.
Conduct or facilitate root-cause analysis and verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
Track outstanding quality issues through closure and elevate critical or recurring concerns to project management.
Promote preventive quality practices to reduce rework, delays, material wastage, and project costs.

Audits and Quality Improvement

Conduct internal, supplier, subcontractor, and process audits in accordance with approved audit programs.
Participate in client, consultant, certification, and regulatory audits.
Prepare audit plans, reports, findings, and corrective action follow-up records.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, compliance, and overall project quality performance.
Share lessons learned and support the standardization of effective quality practices across projects.

Team and Stakeholder Coordination

Provide technical guidance and day-to-day direction to QA/QC engineers, inspectors, technicians, and project personnel.
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls teams to resolve quality-related matters.
Review the quality performance of subcontractors and suppliers and ensure compliance with approved requirements.
Conduct quality awareness sessions, toolbox talks, and training for project teams and contractors.
Communicate quality risks, trends, and performance indicators clearly to internal and external stakeholders.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline.
Typically 7–12 years of relevant experience in QA/QC engineering, quality management, inspection, construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, or other project-based industries.
Proven experience in a senior QA/QC engineering or quality management position.
Experience managing quality activities across multidisciplinary projects and coordinating with clients, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
Experience with quality documentation, inspection processes, non-conformance management, audits, and project handover requirements.

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems and quality control principles.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and relevant industry codes, standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, method statements, and inspection and test requirements.
Understanding of material control, welding and fabrication quality, dimensional inspection, testing, commissioning, and construction quality practices, as applicable to the project.
Familiarity with root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, risk-based thinking, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and quality management or project documentation systems.

Certifications

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or Internal Auditor certification is preferred.
Relevant inspection, testing, welding, NDT, or industry-specific certifications are advantageous.
Professional engineering registration or membership of a recognized engineering or quality institution is preferred where applicable.

Competencies

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to compliance and technical accuracy.
Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively under project pressure.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Effective leadership, coordination, negotiation, and stakeholder-management abilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
High level of integrity, accountability, professionalism, and commitment to safety and quality.

Performance Expectations

Consistent compliance with approved project quality plans, procedures, specifications, and applicable standards.
Timely completion of inspections, tests, quality records, and handover documentation.
Effective reduction of rework, defects, non-conformities, and recurring quality issues.
Prompt closure of corrective actions, punch-list items, and audit findings.
Improved quality awareness and performance among project teams, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Reliable communication of quality performance, risks, and improvement opportunities to project leadership.

Employment Details

Job Title: Senior Engineer – QA/QC
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Reporting To: QA/QC Manager, Project Quality Manager, or Project Director
Work Environment: Project site, engineering office, manufacturing facility, or a combination of office and field locations, depending on project requirements.