Quality Control Inspector; Equipment Fabrication

We are looking for a qualified and detail-oriented Equipment QC Inspector (Fabrication) to ensure fabricated equipment and components comply with project specifications, applicable international codes and standards, and client quality requirements. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining quality throughout the fabrication process, from material receiving through final inspection and dispatch.

Target Engineering brings 50+ years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, we deliver projects with scale, confidence, and care.

At Target Engineering, you’ll work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects. Join a business with deep technical roots, where your voice is heard, your impact is visible, and your career is part of a legacy of excellence.

As an Equipment QC Inspector (Fabrication), you will have the below key responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Perform quality inspections of fabricated equipment including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, skids, modules, process packages, structural components, and mechanical equipment assemblies.
• Review and verify fabrication drawings, technical specifications, material test certificates (MTCs), WPS/PQR documentation, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Conduct material receiving, fit-up, welding, dimensional, surface preparation, painting, and final inspections throughout the fabrication cycle.
• Monitor fabrication activities to ensure compliance with project requirements, client specifications, and approved quality procedures.
• Coordinate and witness Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities including RT, UT, MT, and PT examinations.
• Witness hydrostatic testing, pneumatic testing, and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Identify, document, and report non-conformities and support corrective action implementation.
• Prepare and maintain inspection reports, punch lists, NCRs, quality dossiers, and turnover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable ASME, API, AWS, ISO, and client standards.
• Collaborate with fabrication, welding, engineering, and project teams to achieve quality objectives and project milestones.

• Minimum 5-10 years of QC inspection experience within fabrication workshops, manufacturing facilities, or fabrication yards.
• Proven experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, Petrochemical, Power, or Industrial projects.
• Hands-on experience inspecting pressure vessels, heat exchangers, storage tanks, skids, modules, and other process equipment.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes, welding inspection, dimensional control, coatings inspection, and quality documentation.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• CSWIP 3.1 or CSWIP 3.2 certification preferred.
• AWS-CWI certification preferred.
• BGAS or NACE coating inspection certification is advantageous.
• ASNT Level II certification is considered an advantage.

• Strong understanding of ASME, API, AWS, ISO, and international fabrication standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, fabrication procedures, welding documentation, and inspection records.
• Excellent knowledge of NDT methods, inspection techniques, and testing requirements.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with a proactive approach to quality assurance.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams and client representatives.
• Proficiency in preparing inspection reports, NCRs, quality dossiers, and turnover packages.

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC Mega projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.