Senior Quality Assurance Quality Control Engineer (Water treatment/EPC)

Gradiant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd; Penang; Vor Ort; MYR 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Gradiant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer to lead QA/QC activities on EPC projects including inspections, testing, and documentation for water treatment initiatives.

You will ensure compliance with drawings, ITPs and project standards, coordinating with clients, vendors and subcontractors to support safe and timely delivery. The role requires 5–8 years of QA/QC experience in EPC or related industrial environments, knowledge of welding

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil/Structural Engineering or related discipline.
• QA/QC, welding inspection or NDT certification (e.g. AWS/CSWIP) is an advantage.
• Knowledge of quality management systems, ITPs, QCPs and applicable codes and standards.
• Understanding of piping fabrication, welding, installation and testing requirements preferred.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and quality audits is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Lead day-to-day QA/QC activities for EPC projects including inspections and testing.
• Ensure materials, fabrication, installation meet approved drawings and ITPs.
• Maintain quality records, NCRs and corrective actions until closure.
• Coordinate inspections with clients, vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare RFIs and coordinate witness and hold-point inspections.
• Monitor NDE/NDT status and ensure test readiness and completion.
• Prepare quality progress reports and project dossiers.
• Drive continuous improvement in inspection processes and documentation.

Kenntnisse

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Civil/ Structural Eng

AWS CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent QA/QC certification

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Quality Assurance Quality Control Engineer (Water treatment/EPC)

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.gradiant.com.

Job Overview

The Senior QA & QC Engineer is responsible for leading and coordinating day-to-day quality assurance and quality control activities for EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) projects. The role ensures that materials, fabrication, installation, inspection and testing activities comply with approved drawings, project specifications, inspection and test plans (ITPs), applicable codes and standards, and client requirements. The position maintains quality records, identifies and follows up non-conformances and corrective actions, and works closely with the Project Manager, engineering and construction teams, clients, vendors and subcontractors to support safe, compliant and timely project delivery. The role reports to the Project Manager or another designated manager, with quality approval authority assigned in accordance with the project’s approval matrix.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

Carry out site and workshop inspections in accordance with approved procedures, client specifications, applicable codes and standards, and the latest approved drawings.

Verify that construction workmanship and inspected items meet the approved Project Quality Plan, ITPs, method statements and project requirements.

Review relevant drawings, technical documents, specifications and inspection requirements; highlight discrepancies and coordinate resolution with the project team.

Perform and record material inspections, including verification of material identification, traceability, material certificates, delivery records and other required documentation.

Conduct fit-up, visual and other assigned inspections for piping, welding, structural and mechanical works, in accordance with approved drawings and welding procedures where applicable.

Prepare and submit Requests for Inspection (RFIs) to the client or third-party inspector and coordinate witness and hold-point inspections in line with the approved ITP.

Monitor the status of required non-destructive examinations (NDE/NDT), follow up outstanding activities with contractors and NDE teams, and maintain the relevant registers and coverage records.

Review and monitor pressure-test packs, weld summaries, material summaries and related inspection records to support test readiness and completion.

Maintain current drawings and quality records, including inspection reports, test results, material certificates, calibration certificates, site observations, NCRs and other project QA/QC documentation.

Identify, document and report non-conformances; assist in determining appropriate corrective actions and follow up with responsible parties until closure is verified.

Support quality audits, surveillance activities and quality walks; record findings and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.

Verify that measuring and testing equipment used for inspection has valid calibration status and that relevant records are maintained.

Coordinate with clients, consultants, vendors, subcontractors, third-party inspectors and internal project teams on inspection schedules, quality issues and documentation requirements.

Conduct or support quality briefings and orientation for project personnel, subcontractors and relevant workers on applicable quality requirements and procedures.

Monitor subcontractor and vendor work quality through inspections and surveillance, escalating recurring or significant quality concerns to the QA/QC Manager.

Ensure quality activities are coordinated with site execution schedules to minimise rework, repeated testing and delays, and promptly escalation issues that may affect project delivery.

Comply with site HSE requirements, attend toolbox meetings and safety briefings, and report unsafe conditions observed during inspection activities.

Prepare regular quality progress reports, inspection status updates, statistics and other information requested by the QA/QC Manager or project management team.

Compile and organise project quality dossiers and final documentation for review and submission, and follow up comments or outstanding records until accepted.

Support continuous improvement by identifying recurring quality issues and recommending practical improvements to inspection processes, documentation and workmanship.

Perform other relevant QA/QC duties assigned by the QA/QC Manager or Project Manager within the scope of the role.

Qualification, Skills & Experience

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil/Structural Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

Relevant QA/QC, welding inspection or NDT certification (e.g. AWS Certified Welding Inspector or CSWIP 3.1) is an advantage.

Knowledge of quality management systems, inspection and test plans, construction quality procedures, and applicable engineering codes and standards.

Understanding of piping fabrication, welding, installation, material traceability, inspection and testing requirements is preferred.

Skills

Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, procedures and ITPs.

Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking and practical problem-solving skills.

Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, contractors, vendors and internal teams.

Good documentation, reporting, record-keeping and follow-up skills.

Able to organise inspection activities, manage competing priorities and work to project schedules.

Competent in Microsoft Office and relevant project or quality documentation systems.

Understanding of site HSE requirements and safe working practices.

Able to work independently on assigned quality activities and elevate issues appropriately.

Experience

5–8 years of relevant QA/QC experience in EPC, engineering, construction, water/wastewater treatment or a related industrial environment; the required level may be adjusted based on project complexity.

Hands‑on experience in site inspection, material verification, quality documentation, non‑conformance reporting and corrective‑action follow‑up.

Experience coordinating inspections and tests with clients, subcontractors, vendors and third‑party inspectors.

Experience with piping, welding, fabrication, NDT/NDE and pressure testing is an advantage, depending on project scope.

Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or an equivalent quality management system and participation in quality audits is preferred.

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission‑critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission‑critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.

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