Port Quality & Materials Engineer

Egis Group; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 13,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis Group in Kuwait City seeks a detail-oriented Quality/Material Engineer to oversee material quality across port operations, inspections, testing, and documentation. You will ensure compliance with international standards and support corrective actions.

The role requires experience with ISO/ABS/DNV certifications, collaboration with operations, logistics, and procurement, and training staff on inspection procedures.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Engineer, Material Engineer, or similar quality assurance role in port, maritime, or logistics operations.
• Strong knowledge of material science, material specifications, and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency in quality management systems and ISO standards.
• Experience conducting inspections and analyzing material properties.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with root-cause capability.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with inspection equipment and quality control tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive quality inspections and material testing on inbound and outbound cargo to ensure compliance with standards.
• Analyze material samples and test results to identify defects or deviations.
• Document inspection findings, test results, and quality metrics for audits.
• Collaborate with port operations, logistics, and procurement to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Verify material certifications and ensure documentation meets ISO, ABS, DNV and related standards.
• Develop and maintain quality control procedures specific to port operations.
• Monitor quality performance metrics and prepare analytical reports for management.
• Perform root cause analysis on quality failures and recommend preventive measures.
• Ensure compliance with port regulations, safety protocols, and environmental standards in material handling.
• Provide training to port staff on quality standards and inspection procedures.

Skills

Quality assurance

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Root cause analysis

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Inspection equipment

Quality management software

Job description

Egis Group in Kuwait City seeks a detail-oriented Quality/Material Engineer to oversee material quality across port operations, inspections, testing, and documentation. You will ensure compliance with international standards and support corrective actions.

The role requires experience with ISO/ABS/DNV certifications, collaboration with operations, logistics, and procurement, and training staff on inspection procedures.