Job Description – QA/QC Engineer
Department
Operations / Engineering Support / Projects Job Purpose
Provide expertise and support for QA/QC implementation across engineering, design, procurement, construction, and installation activities for new equipment and modifications to onshore/offshore facilities. Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and company policies. Reporting & Relationships

• Reports to: Head of Engineering / Functional Manager
• Internal stakeholders:
  • Operations Team
  • Project Management Team
  • Engineering & HSE Departments
• External stakeholders:
  • EPC contractors
  • Vendor & suppliers
  • Third-party inspection agencies
  • Engineering consultants

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate QA/QC activities of inspectors, engineers, and NDT technicians in line with project and maintenance requirements
• Support procurement activities by reviewing requisitions, specifications, and inspection requirements
• Review and analyse:
  • Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
  • Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
  • QA/QC reports and inspection records
• Ensure material quality from procurement stage through to final receipt
• Conduct metallurgical and failure analysis on equipment and components
• Participate in:
  • Startup readiness activities
  • Risk assessments (FRA)
  • Management of Change (MOC)
  • Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Provide QA/QC input into maintenance contracts, scope of work (SOW), and technical bid evaluations
• Conduct and support supplier and contractor audits on quality management systems
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC procedures during repairs, shutdowns, and modifications
• Support inspection and certification activities for equipment such as:
  • Gas cylinders
  • Lifting equipment
  • Portable tanks
• Promote quality awareness through training, knowledge sharing, and procedural guidance
• Assist in development and updates of QA/QC procedures and standards

Job Challenges

• Providing technical judgment on equipment repair, failure, and modifications
• Ensuring quality control across multiple project phases and stakeholders
• Balancing operational urgency with quality and compliance requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Certifications in QA/QC, Welding, NDT, Inspection, or Auditing (preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 4+ years of QA/QC experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial projects
• Experience across:
  • Engineering and design
  • Procurement and vendor inspection
  • Fabrication and installation
  • Welding and NDT practices

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of QA/QC standards and codes
• Understanding of welding, metallurgy, and inspection techniques
• Ability to review technical documents and inspection reports
• Data analysis and reporting capability
• Proficiency in MS Office and QA/QC systems

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Team collaboration and coordination
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Planning and organizational ability
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) policies
• Comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain ethical standards and professional integrity

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.