Quality Engineer

• Compensation: SAR 11,000 - SAR 12,000 - monthly

A premier Saudi Arabian entertainment and hospitality company owned by the PIF. Was founded in 1997 as the nation’s first athlete representation agency, has now evolved into a global developer of iconic destinations and spectacular live experiences.

The Quality Engineer in the event fabrication workshop is responsible for ensuring that all fabricated elements — event structures, exhibition stands, scenic sets, and custom props — meet defined quality, finish, and structural standards before dispatch or on-site installation. Working under the Quality Manager, this role conducts inspections at key production stages, identifies non-conformances, drives corrective actions, and supports a culture of quality across all workshop disciplines.

The ideal candidate combines a sharp technical eye with strong knowledge of fabrication processes and a systematic approach to quality assurance in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Inspection & Control

• In-Process Inspections:
  Conduct structured quality checks at defined production stages across carpentry, metalwork, printing, foam work, and painting.
• Pre-Dispatch Inspection:
  Perform final QC checks on all finished items before dispatch, verifying compliance with approved technical drawings and client-approved samples.
• On-Site QC Support:
  Carry out quality inspections during and after installation to confirm installed elements meet design and finish standards.
• Drawing Verification:
  Cross-reference fabricated outputs against technical drawings, specifications, and approved mock-ups.

2. Non-Conformance & Corrective Action

• Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR):
  Document, log, and track all quality defects or non-conformances identified during production.
• Root Cause Analysis:
  Investigate recurring quality issues and identify root causes to support corrective and preventive actions.
• Rework Coordination:
  Liaise with the Production Manager to prioritize and oversee rework tasks, ensuring corrected items meet quality standards before re-inspection.

3. Quality Systems & Documentation

• Inspection Records:
  Maintain accurate inspection logs, QC checklists, and defect reports for all projects.
• Quality Standards:
  Support the Quality Manager in developing, updating, and communicating quality standards, work instructions, and inspection criteria.
• Reporting:
  Prepare daily and project-level quality status reports for submission to the Quality Manager.

4. Process Improvement

• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify opportunities to improve fabrication processes, reduce defect rates, and improve first-pass quality.
• Training Support:
  Assist in conducting quality awareness sessions and on-the-floor coaching for workshop staff.

5. Health, Safety & Compliance (HSE)

• Safety Compliance:
  Adhere to all HSE protocols during inspections in both workshop and on-site environments.
• Hazard Identification:
  Flag any quality or safety hazards observed during inspections to the relevant manager.

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Experience:

3–5 years of quality assurance or quality control experience in an event fabrication, fit-out, manufacturing, or construction environment.

• Technical Knowledge:
Working knowledge of fabrication techniques across carpentry, metalwork, printing, foam work, and painting.

• Drawing Reading:
Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and approved samples.

• QC Tools:
Familiarity with inspection tools and measurement equipment; experience with NCR systems and QC documentation.

• Attention to Detail:
Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify defects and inconsistencies.

• Software:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with quality management software is a plus.

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Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field preferred; ISO 9001 awareness or auditor certification is an advantage.

• Methodical, assertive, and effective communicator capable of working across multiple teams and disciplines.

Typical Working Conditions

• Environment:
Must be able to work in a workshop environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and heat, with some on-site installation work.

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Hours:

May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet event deadlines.

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Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site, which may include lifting, standing for long periods, and working in varied conditions.