1. Job Purpose To ensure the quality, compliance, and documentation of SS 304/304L pipe spool fabrication throughout all stagesmaterial receiving, in-process inspection, final QC, and dispatch QC—while meeting ASME/ASTM standards and project specifications.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Incoming Material & Documentation QC

- Inspect and verify incoming SS 304/304L pipes, fittings, and consumables as per MTC and project specifications.
- Ensure proper material identification, heat number mapping, and traceability.
- Check dimensional accuracy, visual condition, and certification of materials.

B. In-Process Quality Control

- Conduct fit-up inspections for pipes, elbows, tees, reducers, and stub-ends.
- Verify alignment, root gaps, orientation, branch connections, and welding preparations.
- Monitor welding activities for compliance with approved WPS / PQR / Welder Qualification.
- Conduct Visual Testing (VT) for root pass, hot pass, and final weld beads.
- Ensure purge requirements are followed for SS 304 GTAW welding.
- Verify pickling and passivation procedures after welding and grinding.
- Coordinate NDT activities (RT, PT, UT, MT) as per ITP and client requirements.

C. Final QC & Spool Release

- Inspect finished spools for dimensional accuracy as per isometrics and spool drawings.
- Verify weld numbering, heat number mapping, and spool traceability.
- Prepare final QC reports, weld logs, NDT summaries, and spool release notes.
- Coordinate with client/third-party inspectors for final inspection and approval.
- Ensure spool cleanliness, proper end protection, and rust-free condition.

D. Dispatch QC Responsibilities

- Conduct final dimensional check before dispatch.
- Ensure spool marking, tagging, and identification as per packing list.
- Verify painting (if applicable), pickling/passivation status, and spool protection.




- Inspect packaging, handling, and loading to avoid transit damage.
- Prepare and verify dispatch documentation:

- Spool release reports

- Weld summary

- MTCs

- QC dossiers

- Packing list
- Coordinate with dispatch/logistics for proper sequencing as per installation requirement.

E. QA Documentation Responsibilities

- Maintain welding records, welder performance records, and consumable control logs.

- Prepare and maintain

- ITPs

- WPS/PQR documents
- NCR & corrective action reports

- NDT reports
- Dossiers & final handover documentation
- Update spool status sheets and QC progress trackers.
- Ensure compliance with ASME B31.3, ASME Sec IX, ASTM standards, and project specifications.

F. Safety & Compliance

- Enforce safety practices during welding, grinding, handling, and pickling operations.
- Conduct toolbox talks with production & QC teams.
- Ensure proper storage and handling of stainless-steel materials and chemicals.

3. Required Skills & Competencies

- Strong knowledge of SS 304/304L spool fabrication and welding processes.
- Good understanding of WPS, PQR, NDT methods, and ASME/ASTM codes.
- Ability to read isometrics, weld maps, GA drawings, and P&IDs.;
- Strong inspection, documentation, and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of dimensional tolerances, spool fit-up techniques, and purge systems.
- Positive communication and coordination skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel/Word) .

4. Qualifications

- Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 2–3 years’ experience in SS 304/304L pipe spool QC, fabrication, welding QA/QC, or dispatch QC.
- NDT Level II certification (RT/PT/UT/MT) preferred.

5. Added Advantages

- Experience in modular/skid fabrication or process piping.
- Knowledge of hydrotesting and pneumatic testing.
- Understanding of ASME Section IX welding requirements.

📌 Quality Engineer - SS (Pune)
🏢 Aqua Chill Systems
📍 Pune