QA/QC Lead Engineer

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About the Role HUDSON is seeking a QA/QC Lead Engineer to oversee quality systems for shutdown, turnaround, and project work at Saudi Aramco and affiliate facilities in Al Jubail, Eastern Province. This full-time role requires 8-10 years of experience and involves leading the QC team, managing documentation, and serving as the primary quality contact for various stakeholders. Key Responsibilities The Lead QA/QC Engineer is responsible for ensuring quality standards are met across all project phases, from pre-mobilization documentation to final close-out and reporting. This includes: Preparing and obtaining approval for quality documentation, including FQAP, ITPs, work procedures, and QC organization charts, before mobilization. Developing WPS/PQR packages and welder qualification plans in accordance with ASME IX and SAES-W-010 / W-011. Writing repair procedures to ASME PCC-2, API 510 / 570 / 653, and SAES, and requesting waivers (SAEP-302) as needed. Submitting inspector certificates and calibration records for approval, and planning QC manpower based on project schedules. Reviewing SATIP / SAIC and Schedule Q to define hold and witness points. On-Site Execution and Quality Control During project execution, the role involves direct oversight of inspection and quality control activities: Inspecting static equipment such as vessels, exchangers, columns, internals, fin fans, and drums according to ASME VIII ** and API 510. Controlling tank repair, alteration, and settlement work in compliance with API 650 / 653 and SAES-D-108. Managing piping fabrication, PMI, PWHT, hardness testing, and NDE to ASME **, API 570, and SAES-L-350 standards. Maintaining the welder register, WPS-welder matrix, daily allocation, and tracking repair rates (SAEP-1160). Managing flange joint lists, torque, and leak-test records (ASME PCC-1, SAEP-351), issuing test packs, and witnessing hydro/pneumatic tests (SAES-A-004). Project Close-out and Reporting The Lead QA/QC Engineer is responsible for the final stages of project quality assurance: Closing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), punch A and B items, and offering final inspection to Aramco. Reviewing NDE reports and RT films from subcontractors before client submission. Compiling and issuing the complete QC dossier, including records, certificates, weld maps, test packs, and calibration data. Reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as welder repair rate, NCR closure, hold-point compliance, and dossier status. Recording lessons learned for future shutdown projects. Qualifications and Experience Candidates should possess a strong background in quality assurance and control within industrial settings. The ideal candidate will have: 8-10 years of relevant experience in QA/QC roles, preferably within shutdown, turnaround, or project environments. Demonstrated expertise in quality systems for Saudi Aramco and affiliate facilities. Proficiency in preparing and managing quality documentation and procedures. Strong understanding of relevant industry codes and standards (*, ASME, API, SAES). Compensation This full-time position offers a competitive salary SAR 5,000 per month , commensurate with experience and qualifications.