QA/QC Lead Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage the project-specific QA/QC Plan and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) in accordance with the EPC contract.

Supervise QA/QC works across disciplines including civil, mechanical, welding, NDT, and coatings.

Review and approve quality documentation, including method statements, material certificates, and inspection reports.

Ensure strict compliance with international standards (e.g., ISO, API, DNV, AWS) and Employer/Client specifications.

Coordinate and witness inspections for fabrication, installation, welding, NDT, coating, pressure testing, and other critical activities.

Manage the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.

Liaise with Employer’s Engineer, classification societies, and third-party inspectors for quality control and verification.

Lead internal and external audits, pre-commissioning inspections, and final documentation for system handover (e.g., as-built dossiers, test packs).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, or related discipline).

Minimum 8 years of QA/QC experience in offshore or marine infrastructure projects.

Solid knowledge of offshore construction techniques, materials, and applicable standards (e.g., steel structures, subsea pipelines).

Preferred certifications: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CSWIP 3.1/3.2 (Welding Inspector), NACE Coating Inspector, ASNT Level II (NDT).

Strong leadership, documentation, and coordination skills.

Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required; knowledge of Polish is an asset.