Site Senior QC Engineer; Mechanical & Piping

Position: Site Senior QC Engineer (Mechanical & Piping)

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer (Mechanical & Piping) as part of our Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position will be based at Habshan Site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Role

The Senior Quality Engineer is responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) activities for mechanical and piping works at site in EPCM projects. The role ensures that construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities comply with project specifications, applicable codes/standards, and client requirements.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: an organization actively committed across our business
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure market alignment
• Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law for all employees
• Employee Share Plan: opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company match
• Long Service Award celebrating milestones at 5‑year service intervals
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored plans
• Global connections to industry experts shaping professional standards
• Energy Transition Academy for knowledge sharing on emerging energy systems

Quality Management

• Implement the Project Quality Plan (PQP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and quality procedures at site
• Ensure compliance with EPCM quality requirements, client specifications, and applicable international codes (ASME, API, ASTM, ISO, etc.)
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, and HSE teams to ensure quality integration across disciplines

Mechanical & Piping Inspection

• Supervise and inspect mechanical and piping installation activities (equipment, piping, supports, valves, tanks, etc.)
• Review and approve method statements, ITPs, and inspection checklists
• Conduct inspections for:
  • Material receipt and traceability
  • Welding, fit‑up, and fabrication
  • NDT activities (RT, UT, MT, PT)
  • Pressure testing, flushing, and cleaning
  • Equipment installation, alignment, and preservation

Documentation & Reporting

• Review and approve QA/QC documentation including:
  • Welding records (WPS, PQR, WPQ)
  • NDT reports
  • Hydrotest and pneumatic test records
  • Mechanical completion dossiers
• Maintain NCRs, CARs, and follow up on corrective/preventive actions
• Prepare quality reports and submit to Client/PMC

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor quality performance
• Conduct site quality audits and surveillance
• Interface with vendors and inspectors during FAT, SAT, and site inspections

Testing & Commissioning Support

• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities
• Ensure mechanical completion and system handover documentation is complete and approved
• Participate in punch listing and close‑out activities

What Makes You Remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in QA/QC for mechanical and piping works
• Proven experience in EPCM projects (Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power, Industrial)
• Strong site‑based experience is mandatory

Certifications (Preferred)

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
• CSWIP / AWS Welding Inspector
• ASNT Level II (NDT)
• Relevant client or third‑party approvals

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of piping systems, welding, and mechanical installation
• Familiar with international codes and standards (ASME B31.3, ASME VIII, API, etc.)
• Excellent inspection, reporting, and documentation skills
• Strong coordination and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and site activities

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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