QA QC Engineer

First Soft Solutions LLC; Haskell (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

First Soft Solutions LLC is seeking an experienced QA/QC Engineer for on-site work in Haskell, TX. The role focuses on ensuring all materials, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning activities meet project specs, codes, and ISO 9001 standards.

You will develop quality documentation, conduct inspections, coordinate with clients and third-party inspectors, and drive continuous quality improvement across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Certified Welding Inspector qualification (CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI) with welding inspection experience.
• Minimum 5 years QA/QC experience in semiconductor, wastewater treatment, construction, or EPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Attend project kick-off, pre-fab, pre-inspection, and client meetings to review quality requirements and provide technical support.
• Prepare, review, and implement project quality documentation (ITPs, QCPs, MRs, WPS, PQR, WQT/WPQ, test procedures, NCRs).
• Develop and maintain project quality plans aligned with client specs and international standards.
• Coordinate inspections for incoming materials, fabrication, installation, welding, coating, testing, and final acceptance (FRP tanks, pumps, filters, skids, piping, valves).
• Monitor subcontractors and ensure compliance with quality requirements during inspections.
• Review material certificates, test reports, calibration certificates, and quality records for compliance.
• Prepare and manage Non-Conformance Reports, corrective and preventive actions, and root-cause analyses.
• Plan, assign, and supervise QA/QC inspectors; provide training and mentoring to new inspectors.
• Conduct internal quality audits and assist external audits by clients or cert bodies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 QMS and participate in pre-line walks, hydro/ pneumatic testing, pressure leaks, and commissioning activities.
• Keep all inspection and testing records documented and submitted to clients.

Skills

QA/QC experience

NDT methods

ISO 9001 knowledge

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Problem-solving

Welding inspection knowledge

ASME/ASTM/API/ISO knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWI certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Best Candidate Fit

• Candidate with Min 5 years' - QAQC Engineer experience - in Wastewater treatment system.
• QAQC Engineer with experience in Static & Rotating Equipment, Piping & Structural.

Experience in Wastewater treatment system is required

• Candidate with Min 5 years' - QAQC Engineer experience - in Wastewater treatment system.
• QAQC Engineer with experience in Static & Rotating Equipment, Piping & Structural.

Job Summary

The QA/QC Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all materials, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning activities comply with project specifications, client requirements, applicable codes, standards, and quality management systems. The role involves developing quality documentation, conducting inspections, coordinating with clients and third-party inspectors, and ensuring successful project execution with the highest quality standards.

What You Will Do

• Attend project kick-off meetings, pre-fabrication meetings, pre-inspection meetings, and client meetings to review quality requirements and provide technical support.
• Prepare, review, and implement project quality documentation, like Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Control Procedures, Method Statements, Welding Procedures Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), Welder Qualification Test Records (WQT/WPQ), Test Procedures, Audit Documents, Manufacturing Record Books (MRB) Documents.
• Develop and maintain project quality plans in accordance with client specifications and applicable international standards.
• Coordinate and conduct inspections for incoming materials, fabrication, installation, welding, coating, testing, and final acceptance activities. (FRP Tanks, Pumps, Filter, Mixer/Agitator, PV, skids, Thermo-Plastic pipes, SS Pipes, Valves)
• Monitor subcontractors activities and attend the inspection to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Review material certificates, test reports, calibration certificates, test pack document and quality records for compliance.
• Prepare and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, preventive actions, and root cause analyses.
• Plan, assign, and supervise QA/QC inspectors' workloads and provide training and mentoring to new inspectors.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support external audits conducted by clients or certification bodies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements.
• Participate in Piping pre-line walk, hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, pressure testing, leak testing, punch closing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure all inspection and testing records are properly documented, maintained, and submitted to clients.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Certified Welding Inspector qualification, such as CSWIP 3.1 or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), with proven experience in welding inspection activities.
• Minimum 5 years of QA/QC experience in semiconductor, wastewater treatment, construction, or EPC project environments.
• Experience in piping, structural steel, pressure vessels, fabrication, and installation quality control.
• Familiarity with NDT methods (VT, PT, MT, RT, UT).
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality documentation management.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of international codes and standards, including ASME, ASTM, AWS, API, and ISO requirements.
• Experience in quality management systems, inspection and testing activities, material verification, welding inspection, and project quality documentation.
• Ability to coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and third-party inspectors to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.

Work Requirements

This role is considered an on-site position located in Haskell, TX

You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.

Construction environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.