QA-QC Engineer - Welding: Oil & Gas Projects | Qatar

Job Overview: QA-QC Welding Engineer

Sinclus Marketing Services Pvt. Ltd., a premier recruitment partner for the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly skilled and meticulous QA-QC Engineer with specialized expertise in welding inspection and quality control for a pivotal role in Doha, Qatar. This is a full-time position ideal for a professional with 5-10 years of hands-on experience in ensuring the highest standards of structural integrity and weld quality for critical oil and gas infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our client's quality assurance and quality control department, responsible for upholding stringent international standards, conducting thorough inspections, and guaranteeing that all welding procedures and final welds meet project specifications and safety codes. This role is central to maintaining operational excellence and preventing costly rework or failures.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

As a QA-QC Welding Engineer near me in Doha, your primary focus will be on maintaining and auditing the quality management system related to welding activities. Your day-to-day tasks will encompass a wide range of critical quality functions.

Welding Quality Assurance & Control

• Review and approve contractor method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and welding procedure specifications (WPS/PQR) before commencement of work.
• Perform thorough visual inspections (VT) of welds and verify dimensions against isometric drawings and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Oversee and witness all non-destructive testing (NDT) activities such as Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT), and Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT), interpreting results to ensure compliance.
• Monitor and audit welding processes, including pre-heat, inter-pass temperature, and electrode control, to ensure adherence to approved procedures.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all welding activities, inspections, tests, and reports for traceability and audits.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure strict compliance with international codes and standards such as ASME Section IX, API 1104, AWS D1.1, and client-specific specifications.
• Manage the documentation and certification of welders and welding operators, ensuring their qualifications are current and valid for the specific processes being used.
• Issue and track non-conformance reports (NCRs) and corrective action requests (CARs), following up to ensure timely and effective closure of quality issues.
• Liaise with clients, third-party inspectors, and certification authorities, providing all necessary documentation and facilitating client inspections.

Auditing & Continuous Improvement

• Conduct internal and supplier audits to assess compliance with the project quality plan and relevant QA/QC standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis for any welding-related defects or failures and recommend preventive measures.
• Promote a culture of quality and safety within the project team, providing training and guidance on welding quality requirements.

Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered for this Quality Control engineering role in Qatar's thriving Oil & Gas industry, candidates must possess the following qualifications and demonstrable experience:

Education & Certification

• Education: A Graduation/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, or a closely related field is mandatory.
• Certifications: Possession of valid international welding certifications (e.g., CSWIP 3.1, AWS CWI/SCWI, BGAS-CSWIP) is highly preferred and considered a significant advantage.
• Certification in NDT methods (e.g., ASNT NDT Level II in UT, RT, MT, PT) is highly desirable.

Experience & Technical Skills

• A minimum of 5-10 years of proven experience as a QA-QC Engineer with a dedicated focus on welding inspection within the Oil & Gas sector.
• In-depth, practical knowledge of international QA/QC standards, codes, and best practices (ASME, API, AWS).
• Extensive hands-on experience with welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW) and NDT techniques.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and welding symbols.
• Strong computer skills, including experience with MS Office and quality management software.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional attention