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Validation Engineer

Job Description - Validation Engineer


Job Title: Validation Engineer


Location: KSA

Department: Engineering / Product Validation / RCD

Reports To: Engineering Manager.

Job Summary:


The Validation Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and documenting the testing and qualification activities for ball valves and surface wellhead systems in accordance with international standards such as API 6A, API 6D, ISO 5208, and ASME. This role ensures that the products meet design intent, performance, reliability, and safety requirements under various operating conditions.










 
  



 

Key Responsibilities:



  • Plan and execute validation testing for ball valves (floating/trunnion) and wellhead equipment (casing heads, tubing heads, spools, etc.).

  • Develop validation protocols and test procedures per relevant standards such as:

    • API 6A PR1 C PR2

    • API 6D C ISO 5208 leakage classes

    • API 607 fire test

    • PSL levels and environmental conditions (e.g., sour service, low temp)



  • Coordinate with test labs, ǪA/ǪC, and third-party inspectors to conduct validation tests.

  • Analyze test data, perform root cause analysis on failures, and propose corrective actions.

  • Create detailed validation reports and test summaries for customer and regulatory submissions.

  • Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams for prototype development and improvements.

  • Ensure that all tests are traceable and conform to internal quality systems and industry compliance requirements.

  • Maintain and calibrate test rigs, fixtures, and instrumentation.



 


Ǫualifications:



  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

  • 3–8 years of experience in testing/validation of industrial valves or wellhead equipment.

  • Strong knowledge of international standards: API 6A, API 6D, API 607, NACE MR0175.

  • Experience in test planning, execution, and documentation.

  • Familiarity with data acquisition systems, pressure/temperature instrumentation, and hydraulic test benches.

  • Attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.

  • Effective communication and report writing skills.













 
  



 

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):



  • Experience with PR2 and PSL4 qualification for high-end wellhead systems.

  • Exposure to FMEA, reliability analysis, and Six Sigma tools.

  • Hands-on experience with fire testing, endurance testing, and fugitive emissions.

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