Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior QA/QC Engineer to oversee quality assurance and quality control activities for shipbuilding, ship repair, and vessel refit projects. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with technical specifications, approved drawings, inspection and test plans, applicable standards, and customer requirements. The role involves coordinating with project teams, production, clients, classification societies, and inspection agencies to maintain quality standards and ensure timely project completion.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, implement, and monitor QA/QC procedures, inspection plans, and quality documentation for ship repair and refit projects.

- Ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable standards, and client requirements.

- Conduct inspections of hull structures, welding, piping, mechanical, electrical, and associated repair activities, as applicable.

- Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, inspection reports, and quality records.

- Coordinate with production and project teams to ensure quality requirements are understood and implemented at every stage of execution.

- Monitor welding activities, fit-up inspections, dimensional checks, and other fabrication-related quality requirements.

- Coordinate with clients, Indian Navy/Coast Guard representatives, classification societies, and third-party inspection agencies, as applicable.

- Identify non-conformities, issue or coordinate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.

- Verify surface preparation, painting, and coating activities,



including compliance with specified surface cleanliness, environmental conditions, and coating thickness requirements.

- Monitor material inspection, traceability, test certificates, and compliance with approved material specifications.

- Ensure proper documentation of inspection results, test reports, quality records, and project handover dossiers.

- Investigate recurring quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective measures to minimize rework and rejection.

- Conduct internal quality audits and monitor compliance with established quality management procedures.

- Guide and supervise QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors, and other quality personnel.

- Prepare periodic quality performance reports and update management on inspection status, pending approvals, and critical quality concerns.

Educational Qualifications

- B.E./B.Tech or Diploma in Mechanical, Marine, Metallurgical, or a related engineering discipline.

- Additional qualifications or certifications in Quality Management or Inspection will be an advantage.

Required Experience and Skills

- 5–8 years of relevant experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, marine engineering, heavy fabrication, or offshore projects.

- Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, inspection techniques,



quality documentation, and non-conformance management.

- Experience in welding inspection, structural fabrication, piping, surface preparation, and painting/coating inspections.

- Familiarity with applicable ISO 9001 requirements, approved project specifications, and relevant industry standards.

- Experience coordinating with clients, classification societies, and third-party inspection agencies.

- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and inspection requirements.

- Strong analytical, documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

- Proficiency in MS Office and preparation of quality reports.

Preferred Certifications

- CSWIP 3.1, AWS Certified Welding Inspector, or equivalent welding inspection certification.

- NDT Level II certification in relevant methods such as UT, MT, PT, or RT, where applicable.

- ISO 9001 Quality Management System auditor training or certification.

- Coating inspection certification, such as AMPP/NACE or FROSIO, will be an added advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Compliance with approved quality plans and inspection requirements.

- Reduction in rework, rejection, and recurring non-conformities.

- Timely closure of NCRs and corrective actions.

- Timely completion of inspections and quality documentation.

- Successful client, classification society, and third-party inspections.

- Accuracy and completeness of quality records and final handover documents.

Pay: ₹32,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Perks

- Health insurance

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior QA/QC Engineer (Kochi)
🏢 Sea blue shipyard Ltd,Vypin
📍 Kochi