Senior Mechanical Engineer - QA & Compliance Lead

SSH International; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 12,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

SSH International seeks a seasoned quality assurance professional to oversee staff qualifications, CV vetting and QA procedures across ongoing projects in Kuwait City. The role emphasizes conformity to specifications, coordination with design teams, and timely approvals by authorities.

The candidate should bring over 12 years of relevant experience, membership in the Kuwait Society of Engineers, and a track record on government-type projects.

Qualifications

• B.Sc/B.Eng in Mechanical/Environmental and Building Services Engineering.
• Member of Kuwait Society of Engineers for government-type projects.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in relevant quality projects.

Responsibilities

• Review staff qualifications and CVs to ensure project suitability.
• Implement quality assurance procedures for review and inspection throughout the project period.
• Review materials/equipment for compliance with specifications; coordinate with Head of Department/Design Staff.
• Review shop drawings for design conformity and coordination; gather feedback from Site Engineer/Inspector or design office.
• Review method statements to ensure feasibility and project goals.
• Inspect deliveries and installed work for conformance with shop drawings and specs.
• Monitor Contractor's submittals to local authorities and ensure timely approvals.
• Attend site visits with Local Authorities to clarify ambiguities and facilitate approvals.
• Respond to RFIs to clarify ambiguities.
• Review and approve Contractor payments based on completed work; approve change orders/variations.
• Attend regular meetings with Construction team and Client to report progress and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with local codes including health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Quality assurance

Contract review

Site coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

B.Sc/B.Eng in Mechanical/Environmental and Building Services Engineering

Member of Kuwait Society of Engineers (Government projects)

Job description

SSH International seeks a seasoned quality assurance professional to oversee staff qualifications, CV vetting and QA procedures across ongoing projects in Kuwait City. The role emphasizes conformity to specifications, coordination with design teams, and timely approvals by authorities.

The candidate should bring over 12 years of relevant experience, membership in the Kuwait Society of Engineers, and a track record on government-type projects.