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Job Title: QA/QC Engineer - Mechanical / Piping

ROO M&E Construction Discipline

Project: ROO_EPCm

Location: Basra, Iraq

Rotation Type: 6 days on and 1 day off

Nationality: Iraq

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Scope of Work

• Provide QA/QC leadership for mechanical and piping (M&P) disciplines across the ROO Project facilities.
• Oversee upstream works related to Water Injection Facilities, Oil Processing, ESPs, Tanks, flowlines and trucklines, production headers, and ring mains.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international codes and standards, client requirements, and HSE policies throughout the fabrication, erection, commissioning, and handover phases.

Job Purpose

• Ensure the mechanical and piping works meet project requirements, codes, standards, and quality objectives.
• Establish and maintain QA/QC plans, procedures, deviations management, and inspection & test plans (ITPs) for all M&P activities.
• Lead quality assurance activities, supplier / contractor QA oversight, and non-conformance (NCR) management to drive defect-free delivery.
• Interface with design, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure quality integration and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain QA/QC plans, ITPs, inspection & test records, and quality control procedures for all M&P activities within the ROO scope.
• Conduct supplier and contractor pre-qualification assessments, hold points, and surveillance to ensure adherence to requirements.
• Perform design reviews for mechanical & piping drawings and specifications to ensure constructability and quality compliance.
• Lead and participate in material control, welding procedures and qualifications, NDT plans, and coating/paint inspection programs.
• Manage non-conformance reporting, root cause analysis, CAPA, and verification of corrective actions.
• Ensure welding, fabrication, and erection activities comply with applicable codes (e.g., ASME VIII/Section IX, API, ISO 9001) and project standards.
• Review and approve supplier quality plans, FAT/SAT procedures, and vendor drawings for M&P equipment.
• Coordinate with HSE and project controls to align quality with schedule and safety requirements.
• Implement and monitor QA/QC metrics (defect density, NCR closure, inspection media effectiveness) and prepare quality dashboards for site leadership and client.
• Support calibration, verification, and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment.
• Lead interfaces with client representatives, inspectors, and third-party QA/QC agencies as needed.
• Ensure documentation handover packages (as-built, O&M manuals, warranties) are complete and accurate.

Technical Skills (Required)

• Minimum 10+ years of site experience in the oil & gas industry with a focus on QA/QC for mechanical and piping activities.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3/B31.1, ASME Section VIII, API standards, NACE corrosion standards, ISO 9001).
• Experience with welding procedures, welder qualifications, and NDT methods (RT, VT, UT, MPI) and associated codes.
• Proficiency in inspection and testing methods (PQR, PSR, WPS, WWT, FAI, FAT/SAT) and ITP development.
• Familiarity with upstream facilities (water injection, oil processing, ESPs, tanks, flowlines, trucklines, headers, ring mains) and related QA/QC considerations.
• Knowledge of material control, coatings, corrosion protection, and surface preparation standards.
• Experience with documentation control, QA/QC software/tools, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems and interface with construction/commissioning teams for quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Relevant certifications in QA/QC, welding inspection (e.g., CSWIP, API 1104, ASNT NDT certifications), or equivalent are preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems; prior experience leading QA/QC on large oil & gas projects is advantageous.
• Valid permits/ability to work in Iraq and to obtain necessary clearances per project governance.
• Minimum 10+ years of site experience in the oil & gas industry.
• Prior QA/QC leadership experience on mechanical and piping scopes within upstream projects is preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail with a methodical, error-averse approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; able to interface with engineers, construction teams, suppliers, and client representatives.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively in a Middle East project environment.
• Fluency in English (verbal and written); Arabic knowledge is a plus.