Lead Engineer Quality

Abu Dhabi Tax Free9 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage quality assurance and quality control activities across procurement processes, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. • Develop and implement quality management plans, procedures, and inspection test plans (ITPs) for procurement activities. • Review and approve procurement quality documentation, vendor inspection reports, and material certifications. • Conduct vendor audits, qualification, and surveillance to ensure product quality and delivery compliance. • Interface with procurement, engineering, and construction teams to resolve quality-related issues in the supply chain. • Oversee quality assessments and risk management processes for critical materials and equipment procurement. • Provide guidance, training, and leadership to junior quality engineers and procurement quality personnel. • Prepare and submit quality reports, status updates, and audit findings to senior management and clients. • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards related to procurement and quality control. Qualifications & Experience • Minimum 18 years of experience in quality management within the oil and gas industry, including offshore experience. • Proven expertise in procurement quality, material inspection, and vendor management. • In-depth knowledge of international standards and quality systems (e.g., ASME, ISO 9001, API, NACE). • Strong experience leading QA/QC teams and managing quality activities across large-scale projects. • Relevant quality certifications (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CSWIP, AWS, NACE) preferred. • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. • Offshore certification (e.g., BOSIET) preferred.