Job Title: EPC Senior QA/QC Engineer

Location: Atyrau, Kazakhstan (Project-Based)

Job Purpose

The EPC Senior QA/QC Engineer is responsible for ensuring quality assurance and control standards are implemented and maintained across all phases of oil and gas EPC projects in Kazakhstan. This role oversees inspection, testing, documentation, and audits to ensure full compliance with client requirements, industry codes, and regulatory standards. The position plays a key role in fostering a quality-driven culture across engineering, procurement, and construction disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce project-specific QA/QC procedures, ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), and quality standards.
• Perform inspections, internal audits, and quality surveillance on materials, fabrication, and construction work.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, project specifications, and client requirements throughout all EPC phases.
• Review and approve quality documentation including MTRs, WPS/PQRs, inspection records, and test results.
• Investigate quality-related issues, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and implement root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance to ensure alignment with QA/QC expectations and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate with third-party inspection agencies and regulatory bodies to secure required certifications and approvals.
• Maintain quality records and ensure proper documentation for project turnover and handover.
• Provide technical support and training to construction and engineering teams on QA/QC best practices.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives across project operations to enhance quality performance.

   

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of total work experience.
• At least 3 years in QA/QC roles within the oil and gas EPC sector.
• Prior GCC experience (minimum 2 years) is considered a plus.
• Strong experience in welding inspection, NDT, material traceability, and quality systems.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficient in QA/QC standards and inspection techniques (ISO 9001, ASME, API, ASTM, AWS, etc.).
• Knowledge of welding, fabrication, NDT methods (RT, UT, MT, PT), and equipment testing.
• Familiarity with documentation management tools and QA/QC reporting systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder coordination skills.
• ERP proficiency preferred - SAP experience is a strong asset.