QC Engineer
- Dammam, Ash Sharqiyah
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Organize and undertake short-term and long-term product qualification tests with the support of the QC Manager.
- Prepare qualification test procedures and ensure tests are conducted and reported in line with requirements.
- Continuously update the company’s product qualifications in line with local/international standards and specifications.
- Assist the Production Engineering Department in performing new raw material approval qualification tests.
- Support PED during new production trials and testing.
- Prepare production trial reports for raw material qualifications.
- Randomly inspect production processes and tests of pipes and fittings to ensure quality control.
- Study operations sequences, material flow, and project information flow to identify and eliminate bottlenecks.
- Evaluate the precision and accuracy of production/testing equipment and engineering drawings to formulate corrective actions.
- Recommend methods for improving QC inspection and testing processes.
- Collect relevant data from processes and products in coordination with QC inspectors, supervisors, and production staff.
- Ensure accurate reporting of data on rejections, repairs, thickness variance, mechanical properties, and raw material variance.
- Apply statistical methods to analyse data and determine manufacturing processes, production, and quality standards.
- Prepare monthly reports such as Fiberstrong Pipe and RM databases, GRE Pipe Dashboard, and QC Monthly Report for submission to the QC Manager.
- Conduct internal audits to check compliance in ongoing production processes and finished products.
- Issue non-conformity reports (NCRs) and follow up on timely closures with relevant departments.
- Review engineering drawings of major moulds to ensure precision and accuracy within product acceptance criteria.
- Ensure mould dimensions are checked by QC inspectors against relevant mould/product drawings upon receipt from suppliers.
- Ensure raw material calculations and machine setups for production are prepared based on actual product requirements.
- Review project specifications for QC-related clauses and submit tables of compliance at the RFQ stage.
- Prepare project-related Quality Control Procedures, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and Material Pre-Qualification Test Plans.
- Review and update Quality Assurance Procedures applicable to QC.
- Monitor calibration of testing and measuring equipment to ensure compliance with latest norms and requirements.
- Coordinate with QC Manager and calibration agencies to maintain valid external calibrations for testing machines.
- Ensure QC records are maintained for future reference.
- Ensure updated controlled documents/forms are in use and obsolete documents are segregated.
- Communicate operational procedures and work instructions to QC staff and monitor adherence for controlled work execution.
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental procedures and instructions.
- Conduct toolbox training sessions for QC staff.
- Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology (4-year course).
- Minimum 7 years of experience.
- Strong knowledge and experience in fibreglass applications.
- Proven experience in thread inspections of Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) based on API standards.
- Proven experience in managing QMS based on API Q1 and ISO 9001.
- Quality control expertise.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Management System.
- Internal auditing skills.
- Detailed knowledge of international standards related to fibreglass products.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Ability to undertake detailed inspections.
- Knowledge of laboratory testing requirements and calibration of inspection equipment.
- Fluency in English and strong computer literacy.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Process Optimization
- Data Collection and Reporting
- Collaboration and Communication