SPS QA​/QC Lead Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Location: UK (Montrose/Bristol) with frequent international travel. Relocation to Baku (Azerbaijan) for the installation phase.

Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract (renewable)

Start Date: September 2026

Context

Join a major offshore gas project in the Caspian Sea, aimed at developing a conventional gas and condensate field. This ambitious project includes the construction of subsea and onshore infrastructure, with a production capacity of 450 MMscfd of gas and 38,000 barrels per day of condensate.

We are seeking a QA/QC Lead Engineer specializing in Subsea Production Systems (SPS) to ensure operational excellence and compliance with the highest standards.



Key Responsibilities

As the QA/QC Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Defining and implementing the quality strategy for the SPS package, covering engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and testing phases.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and internal standards while proactively managing quality risks and contractor performance.
• Supervising daily quality activities of contractors and subcontractors, ensuring rigorous monitoring of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for all quality-related matters among stakeholders (contractors, vendors, third-party authorities).
• Driving KPIs and continuous improvement actions, leveraging lessons learned and feedback.
• Approving contractors' quality plans, certification dossiers, and manufacturing records.
• Coordinating third-party inspections and providing technical support to the project quality team.

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector, with at least 10 years in QA/QC for Subsea Production Systems (SPS).
• Proven experience in QA/QC leadership on major EPC/EPCI projects.
• In-depth knowledge of subsea equipment (Xmas Trees, manifolds, umbilicals, control systems).
• Strong understanding of international standards (API, ISO, DNV) and quality processes (ISO 9001, audits, non-conformity management).
• Certification in Quality Management (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) preferred.
• Experience in vendor surveillance and global supply chain quality management.
• Ability to work in multicultural and multi-site environments.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

• Previous experience on similar projects in the Caspian Sea or deep offshore environments.
• Familiarity with standards and procedures of a major oil and gas company.

• Initial Phase:
  Based in the UK (Montrose or Bristol) with frequent travel to manufacturing sites and vendors.
• Installation Phase:
  Relocation to Baku (Azerbaijan).
• Close collaboration with project teams, contractors, and third-party certification authorities.