Quality Assurance Manager

Matar Holding company; Dammam; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Salama Engineering Industries in Dammam seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the QA/QC function for the Process Equipment Division (PED).

The role ensures compliance with ASME, API, ISO 9001 and customer requirements across engineering, fabrication, welding, inspection, testing and documentation. It involves audits, continuous improvement, and coordination with ASME inspectors and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of QA/QC experience in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical fabrication.
• Mandatory experience in pressure vessel and heat exchanger fabrication.
• Strong experience with ASME Section VIII Div 1 & 2.
• Knowledge of ASME IX, ASME II and API/TEMA requirements.
• Proven welding, NDT, fabrication inspection and pressure testing.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• ISO 9001 certification – Mandatory.
• ASQ CMQ/OE certification – Mandatory.
• Experience with ASME Authorized Inspectors, third-party inspectors and Oil & Gas clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA/QC function for the PED manufacturing and fabrication facility.
• Develop, implement and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, API and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Oversee quality activities for pressure vessels, shell & tube heat exchangers and other equipment.
• Review and approve Quality Plans, ITPs, QCPs and inspection documentation.
• Ensure quality control from raw material to final dispatch.
• Coordinate with ASME Authorized Inspectors and third‑party inspection agencies.
• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, root‑cause analysis and preventive actions.
• Conduct internal, external and customer audits and close findings.

Skills

QA/QC management

ASME standards

ISO 9001

NDT

Welding inspection

Pressure vessel fabrication

API/TEMA knowledge

CMQ/OE

Audits & regulatory

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NDT equipment

Welding inspection tools

Job description

Salama Engineering Industries is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the Quality function for our Process Equipment Division (PED) in Dammam.

The ideal candidate must have strong hands‑on experience in pressure vessel and shell & tube heat exchanger fabrication, with a proven background in Oil & Gas and petrochemical manufacturing.

The role will be responsible for ensuring that all engineering, fabrication, welding, inspection, testing and final documentation activities comply with applicable ASME, API, ISO 9001 and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QA/QC function for the PED manufacturing and fabrication facility.


• Develop, implement and maintain the ISO 9001 Quality Management System.


• Ensure compliance with ASME Section VIII Division 1 & 2, ASME Section IX, ASME Section II, API and applicable TEMA requirements.


• Oversee quality activities for pressure vessels, shell & tube heat exchangers and other static/process equipment.


• Review and approve Quality Plans, ITPs, QCPs, inspection procedures, WPS/PQR/WPQ and quality documentation.


• Ensure quality control from raw material receiving through fabrication, fit-up, welding, NDT, PWHT, hydrotesting, final inspection and dispatch.


• Ensure compliance of welding and fabrication activities with approved procedures and applicable codes.


• Coordinate with ASME Authorized Inspectors, third‑party inspection agencies, clients and EPC contractors.


• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, root‑cause analysis and preventive actions.


• Conduct internal, external and customer audits and ensure timely closure of findings.


• Review MTCs, NDT reports, welding records, inspection reports and final manufacturing/quality dossiers.


• Establish and monitor quality KPIs, identify recurring quality issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.


• Lead and develop the QA/QC team, including QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors and NDT personnel.


• Support management in maintaining and improving the company's quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.


• Minimum 15 years of QA/QC experience in Oil & Gas / Petrochemical fabrication.


• Mandatory experience in pressure vessel and heat exchanger fabrication.


• Strong experience with ASME Section VIII Division 1 & 2.


• Strong knowledge of ASME Section IX, ASME Section II and applicable API/TEMA requirements.


• Proven experience in welding, NDT, fabrication inspection and pressure testing.


• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.


• ISO 9001 certification – Mandatory.


• ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) – Mandatory.


• Experience dealing with ASME Authorized Inspectors, third‑party inspectors and Oil & Gas clients.