QC ENGINEER

QC ENGINEER

1.PURPOSE OF THE ROLE 

The Lead QA/QC Engineer is responsible for the quality system covering shutdown, turnaround, and project activities across Saudi Aramco and affiliated facilities. This role establishes and secures approval of quality documentation prior to mobilization, leads the QC team and on-site welder resources, and serves as the single quality point of contact for Aramco inspection, the Third Party Inspector, and project management through completion of the final QC dossier.

2.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A.Pre-mobilization and Documentation

• Prepare FQAP, ITPs, work procedures, and QC organization chart; obtain Aramco approval before start. 
• Prepare WPS/PQR packages and welder qualification plan to ASME IX and SAES-W-010 / W-011. 
• Develop repair procedures to ASME PCC-2, API 510 / 570 / 653 and SAES; request waivers (SAEP-302) where required. 
• Submit inspector certificates and calibration records for approval; plan QC manpower in line with the schedule. 
• Review SATIP / SAIC and Schedule Q to address hold and witness points.

B.Execution on Site

• Inspect static equipment (vessels, exchangers, columns and internals, fin fans, drums) to ASME VIII Div.1 and API 510. 
• Control tank repair, alteration, and settlement work to API 650 / 653 and SAES-D-108. 
• Control piping fabrication, PMI, PWHT, hardness, and NDE to ASME B31.3, API 570 and SAES-L-350. 
• Operate the welder register, WPS-welder matrix, daily allocation, and repair-rate tracking (SAEP-1160). 
• Manage flange joint lists, torque, and leak-test records (ASME PCC-1, SAEP-351); issue test packs and witness hydro/pneumatic tests (SAES-A-004).

C.Close-out and Reporting

• Close NCRs, complete punch A and B items, and provide final inspection to Aramco. 
• Review NDE reports and RT films received from subcontractors before client submission. 
• Compile and issue the QC dossier (records, certificates, weld maps, test packs, calibration). 
• Report KPIs: welder repair rate, NCR closure, hold-point compliance, and dossier status. 
• Capture and document lessons learned for the next shutdown.

3.REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. 
• 8 to 10 years of QA/QC experience in Oil & Gas, including multiple shutdowns or major projects as QC lead. 
• Experience working under Aramco inspection (SATIP / SAIC) and leading pre-start approval of quality documentation. 
• Certification: at least two or three of API 510, API 570, CSWIP 3.1 (or AWS CWI), valid and verifiable. 
• Demonstrated ability to write repair procedures for static equipment and piping.

Preferred

• CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector. 
• ASNT NDT Level II (RT, UT, MT, PT). 
• ASME VIII and IX training; knowledge of API 579-1 fitness-for-service. 
• Experience overseeing welder tracking and flange management systems.

5.COMPETENCIES AND APPLICATION

• Leads and develops QC inspectors; maintains the quality standard under schedule pressure. 
• Clear written English capability for procedures, reports, and NCRs. 
• Works shutdown shifts, including nights; able to mobilize at short notice.

Submit:

updated CV; copies of degree and certificates (API, CSWIP, ASNT); list of shutdown / project assignments with client, scope and team size; two professional references. A redacted sample repair procedure or weld map is welcome.