QA QC Engineer

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Quality Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all mechanical components, welding and fabrication activities, painting/coating and site installation processes meet project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. The role also requires close coordination with project teams, sub-vendors, third parties, and clients to identify, address, and close out quality issues, ensuring compliance and full traceability throughout the project lifecycle.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major responsibilities for ensuring that mechanical components, systems, and fabrication activities meet project specifications, applicable codes, and quality standards. This includes the preparation and control of QA/QC documentation, implementation and oversight of inspection and testing activities, execution of inspections and audits, and review of contractor and supplier submissions.

General QA/QC:   

• Prepare and maintain inspection test plans (ITPs), work procedures, checklists, and quality records.
• Coordinate with third-party inspectors and clients for quality & safety audits.
• Issue NCRs and follow up on corrective/preventive actions.
• Investigate and resolve quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics and trends.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures for mechanical components and assemblies
• Conduct inspections and tests on incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Review of Sub Vendor documentation
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure the quality of purchased parts and materials.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, including inspection reports, test records, and calibration logs.
• Coordinate with Sub vendor, TPI & Client for organizing inspection as per the ITP.
• Support pre-commissioning and final quality documentation for handover.
• Promote a culture of quality and safety at the vendor location and site.
• Support internal and external audits (ISO, customer, regulatory).
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as ISO 9001, ASME, API, etc.
• Support project close-out documentation and final quality dossiers.

Mechanical:

• Review and verify mechanical drawings, specifications, and material certifications.
• Conduct inspections of mechanical equipment and installations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes (ASME, API, ISO, etc.) and project specification.
• Monitor fabrication and assembly processes for quality adherence.
• Monitor and inspect mechanical installation activities, including equipment installation, piping, structural supports, and alignment

Welding:

• Preparing, reviewing & qualifying welding procedures (WPS/PQR/WPQ) and ensuring compliance.
• Monitor welding activities and perform visual inspections.
• Coordinate NDT activities (UT, RT, MT, PT) and review reports.
• Ensure weld traceability and maintain welding documentation.

Painting/Coating:

• Review painting/coating specifications and procedures.
• Conduct surface preparation and coating inspections (DFT, adhesion, holiday testing, etc).
• Monitor environmental conditions during application.
• Ensure compliance with standards (SSPC, NACE, ISO 12944)& Project specification.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
• 8+ years of experience in QA/QC roles in mechanical, welding, and painting.
• Experience in large-scale industrial or oil & gas projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, fabrication drawings, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of painting/coating standards and inspection techniques.
• Familiar with ISO 9001 QMS and project quality documentation.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certification in welding inspection (e.g., CSWIP 3.1/3.2, AWS-CWI).
• ASNT / PCN Certification
• Safety certifications (e.g., OSHA, NEBOSH) are a plus.

COMPETENCIES

SKILLS IN:

• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Monitoring— Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Complex Problem Solving — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions

ABILITIES IN:

• Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willingness to travel internationally and workat fabrication shops or project sites when required.