SPS QA/QC Lead Engineer

Anotech; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Anotech is recruiting a QA/QC Lead Engineer specializing in Subsea Production Systems (SPS) for a major offshore gas project in the Caspian Sea. This role focuses on defining and implementing the quality strategy across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and testing, ensuring compliance with API, ISO, and DNV standards.

Initially based in the UK (Montrose or Bristol) with frequent travel to sites, the installation phase requires relocation to Baku, Azerbaijan.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive QA/QC leadership experience in subsea production systems (SPS).
• Strong knowledge of API, ISO, and DNV standards and related quality processes.
• Experience overseeing contractors and multi-site quality activities.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement quality strategy for the SPS package across engineering, procurement, manufacturing and testing.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and internal standards; manage quality risks and contractor performance.
• Supervise daily quality activities of contractors and subcontractors; monitor inspections, audits and corrective actions.
• Serve as primary contact for quality matters among stakeholders including contractors, vendors, and authorities.
• Drive KPIs and continuous improvement actions; approve quality plans and manufacturing records.

Skills

QA/QC leadership

Quality strategy

Contractor management

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

English proficiency

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: UK (Montrose/Bristol) with frequent international travel. Relocation to Baku (Azerbaijan) for the installation phase.

Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract (renewable)

Start Date: September 2026

Context

Join a major offshore gas project in the Caspian Sea, aimed at developing a conventional gas and condensate field. This ambitious project includes the construction of subsea and onshore infrastructure, with a production capacity of 450 MMscfd of gas and 38,000 barrels per day of condensate.

We are seeking a QA/QC Lead Engineer specializing in Subsea Production Systems (SPS) to ensure operational excellence and compliance with the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

As the QA/QC Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Defining and implementing the quality strategy for the SPS package, covering engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and testing phases.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and internal standards while proactively managing quality risks and contractor performance.
• Supervising daily quality activities of contractors and subcontractors, ensuring rigorous monitoring of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for all quality-related matters among stakeholders (contractors, vendors, third-party authorities).
• Driving KPIs and continuous improvement actions, leveraging lessons learned and feedback.
• Approving contractors' quality plans, certification dossiers, and manufacturing records.
• Coordinating third-party inspections and providing technical support to the project quality team.
  
  

Requirements

Required Profile

Experience And Skills

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector, with at least 10 years in QA/QC for Subsea Production Systems (SPS).
• Proven experience in QA/QC leadership on major EPC/EPCI projects.
• In-depth knowledge of subsea equipment (Xmas Trees, manifolds, umbilicals, control systems).
• Strong understanding of international standards (API, ISO, DNV) and quality processes (ISO 9001, audits, non-conformity management).
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) preferred.
• Experience in vendor surveillance and global supply chain quality management.
• Ability to work in multicultural and multi-site environments.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
  
  

Additional Assets

• Previous experience on similar projects in the Caspian Sea or deep offshore environments.
• Familiarity with standards and procedures of a major oil and gas company.
  
  

Work Environment

• Initial Phase: Based in the UK (Montrose or Bristol) with frequent travel to manufacturing sites and vendors.
• Installation Phase: Relocation to Baku (Azerbaijan).
• Close collaboration with project teams, contractors, and third-party certification authorities.