Quality Engineer

Department:
Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Assurance & Control
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and inspection plans for valve manufacturing processes.
• Prepare and maintain Quality Control documentation, including Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, and test reports.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of valves, assemblies, and components as per approved drawings and specifications.
• Verify compliance of materials, welding, machining, and assembly operations to applicable standards (API 6A, API Spec Q1, API 598, API 6D, ASME B16.34, etc.).
• Monitor dimensional inspection, hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, and leak testing activities.
• Ensure traceability of products through inspection and test records.
• Ensure that all quality documentation is properly filed and accessible for audits and customer review.
• Participate in internal audits as per ISO 9001:2015 and API Q1/Q2 requirements.

2. Nonconformance & Corrective Actions

• Identify, document, and report nonconformances found during inspection or testing.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to initiate and follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Support root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives to eliminate recurring issues.
• Inspect and verify incoming materials and components from suppliers.
• Participate in supplier audits and evaluation processes to ensure quality compliance.
• Review Material Test Certificates (MTCs) and vendor documentation.

4. Customer & Certification Support

• Coordinate with customers, third-party inspectors, and certification bodies during inspection, testing, and audit activities.
• Support certification and audit requirements for ISO, API, and other regulatory standards.
• Address customer quality concerns promptly and support resolution to ensure satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in valve or heavy equipment manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of relevant standards: API Q1/Q2, API 6D, API 598, ASME B16.34, ASTM, ISO 9001:2015 ETC
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong communication, reporting, and analytical skills.
• Certification in welding inspection (CSWIP 3.1 or AWS-CWI) is an advantage.