QA/QC Engineer (Instrument/ Telecom/ F&G)

Airswift; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is partnering with a Major Oil & Gas operator to source a QA/QC Engineer (Instrument/ Telecom/ F&G) for a multi-billion onshore gas plant. This long-term residential contract is on-site in Qatar, with standard 8–10 hour days, 5 days a week.

Position requires a strong background in Instrumentation & Controls, QA/QC discipline construction and commissioning, and familiarity with applicable codes and standards. Start date is negotiable with a 24-month duration and potential extension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics / Instrumentation & Controls Engineering (or Equivalent).
• IRCA Certified QMS Lead Auditor desirable.
• IECEx-CoPC or CompEx or similar certification desirable.
• ASQ CMQ/OE, MCQI-CQP or similar certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support QA/QC documents (ITPs, QCPs, Test Procedures, MARs) for construction programme.
• Review and approve QMS, Engg., & Procurement documents.
• Ensure QA/QC requirements at site and for suppliers/subcontractors are met.
• Organise QA/QC meetings and conduct surveillance/inspection activities.
• Monitor NCRs, RCA/CAPAs and keep ITRs and QA records up to date.
• Lead or participate in audits and QC health checks.

Skills

QA/QC

Inspection

Instrumentation & Controls

Telecom & F&G

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics / Instrumentation & Controls Engineering

IRCA Certified QMS Lead Auditor

IECEx-CoPC or CompEx certification

ASQ CMQ/OE or MCQI-CQP certification

Job description

Airswift are a Global Manpower Provider specialising in the Energy, Infrastructure & IT sectors. Present in more than 70 countries around the world, our reach and capabilities in the markets we service is unparalleled in the industry.

Role

We are working with a Major Oil & Gas operator to source for QA/QC Engineer (Instrument/ Telecom/ F&G) to work for Multi-Billion Onshore Gas Plant. This is a long-term contract and residential role working onshore. Please see details below:

Title: QA/QC Engineer (Instrument/ Telecom/ F&G)

Start Date: Negotiable (typically within 1 month notice)

Duration: 24 months (potential for extension)

Location: Site, Qatar

Working Schedule: 8-10 hours per day / 5 days per week

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics / Instrumentation & Controls Engineering (or Equivalent) from a recognized university.
• IRCA Certified QMS Lead Auditor
• Qualification from IECEx-CoPC or CompEx or similar international Certification schemes is desirable.
• Membership / Certifications from internationally recognized institutions (ASQCMQ&OE, MCQI-CQP or similar) is desirable.

Experience

• 15 years’ experience in the construction of major Green field or Brown-field Process Plants (Refinery, NGL / LNG Plants, Petrochemical complex or similar) in Oil & Gas industry.
• Worked with major EPIC Contractors / End User in similar position in major projects with overall responsibility for the Quality of Instrumentation & Controls(I&C) discipline Construction and Commissioning activities.
• Sound working knowledge on QA/QC aspects, testing requirements and acceptance criteria related to Instrumentation & Controls, Telecom and F&G Systems and managing these discipline activities in major Oil and Gas Projects.
• Good knowledge in understanding and application of international Codes, Standards and practices (QCS, IEC, IEEE, BS, ISO, UL, NFPA, IOGP, Shell DEPs etc.) and familiar with those requirements relevant to the job function.
• Ability to work well and effectively communicate with contractor / Third Party /End user personnel and colleagues at all levels in multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.
• Hands on experience in preparation, Review and approval of Quality Plans / ITPs / QCPs / MARs and undertaking Inspection / testing activities related Instrumentation & Controls, Telecommunication, F&G equipment / material / systems i.e., ESD, DCS, PCS, SCDA, MCMS, PMS / LDS, ACS, Metering, WHCP, CCTV, PAGAs, EMS, HVAC & BAMS, Analyzers, Cabinets, Panels, Instruments, Cables etc., during Field Erection / installation, Pre-Commissioning and commissioning.
• Experienced in managing the team of discipline inspectors, coordinating respective inspection & testing activities, establishing, and monitoring KPI in respective discipline.
• Experienced in development or implementation of Quality Surveillance Program, Completion Management System (CMS) and associate Inspection & Test Records (ITRs), Technical Integrity Verification (TIV), Flawless Project Delivery (FPD), Project Quality Health Check (PQHC) Program.
• Experienced in implementing and conducting Pre-Qualification / QMS / Quality and technical compliance checks and audits, Quality Walk through of EPIC organizations and project activities.
• Requires good knowledge of project features & Specialties with the ability to resolve highly complex QA/QC related issues and disputes arising from incorrect and disparate interpretations of Project technical requirements and Scope of work, by various parties involved in the project, including external authorities.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Support Contractor to identify and submit the QA/QC documents (ITPs, QCPs, Test Procedures, MARs etc.,) in line with Construction program, and their timely review and approval.
• Assist functional supervisor in review / approval of relevant QMS, Engg., & Procurement documents, implementation of Quality Programs, and resolution of discipline matters escalated to the Project Management.
• Ensure Implementation of Project QA/QC requirements at project site and suppliers / sub contractor’s works complying to project specification and other technical requirements.
• Organize Pre-Activity Review meetings, attend Quality Walk through and QA/QC Weekly meetings.
• Undertake surveillance and inspection of on-site and off-site inspection and testing activities, identify potential or actual non-conformances and direct contractor in taking necessary Correction, corrective and preventive actions.
• Initiate or ensure initiation of NCR’s for the recurrent surveillance observations and Non Conformalities and coordinate / follow-up for RCA / Correction / Corrective /Preventive action proposals and timely close out.
• Monitor the progressive compilation of Material Test Certificates and Construction Records and their traceability.
• Monitor and verify the implementation of Preservation Management System.
• Ensure the Contractors maintain, update, and publish the IMTE Registers on regular basis and calibration records maintained.
• Ensure appropriate Systems / Processes / Procedures / Computer data base established by Contractor to maintain the Inspection and Test status during field erection, inspection / testing and relevant statistical analysis.
• Monitor the KPIs and special processes and personnel performance relevant to the discipline. Participate in Project QHSE audits and Pre-Qualification Audits of Vendors / Suppliers / Sub Contractors. Conduct ITP / QCP / MS / Process / Activity level compliance audits / Checks.
• Monitor Contactor/Sub-Contractor/Third party inspectors & Engineers and Subordinate’s performance. Provides necessary support / guidance and reports to functional supervisor.
• Implement and enforce the elements of Company’s Quality Management System requirements applicable to your function.
• Exposed to Construction Site and Prevailing Climatic Conditions at least 50% of time.
• Ensure own safety and the safety of others who may be affected by Company’s business, whether the activity is under direct control or not