OCA GLOBAL

Mechanical Inspector (QM)

Khobar, Saudi ArabiaPosted yesterday

Salary
AED 6k–9k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Energy & Sustainability
Work mode
On site

About the role

Job Summary The Mechanical Inspector (QM) is responsible for conducting inspections of mechanical equipment, piping, welding, and pressure-containing components to ensure full compliance with international codes, project specifications, and Saudi Aramco standards. The role involves performing quality checks, reviewing documentation, verifying materials, and ensuring that all mechanical works meet regulatory, safety, and industry requirements. Roles & Responsibilities • Perform inspection of mechanical commodities such as pipes, fittings, valves, structural steel, fasteners, boilers, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers. • Review and verify compliance with applicable codes including ASME Sections I, V, VIII, IX; ASME B31.3/4/8; API 620/650; AWS D1.1; and NACE requirements. • Conduct welding inspections including WPS, PQR, welder qualifications, visual inspection (VT), and coordination of NDT (MT, PT, UT, RTFI). • Ensure adherence to Saudi Aramco Specifications & Standards and relevant industry practices. • Inspect fabrication, installation, testing, and completion of mechanical systems. • Verify accuracy of material certificates, PMI results, and documentation for mechanical components. • Maintain detailed inspection reports, QC records, NCRs, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. • Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and quality managers to resolve technical and quality-related issues. • Support audits, surveillance activities, and provide technical input on quality matters. Mandatory Requirements • B.E/B.Tech degree in a relevant engineering discipline with 6+ years of inspection experience or Diploma (3 years) with 8+ years of relevant inspection experience. • Strong knowledge of International Codes & Standards and Saudi Aramco Specifications & Standards. • Saudi Aramco–approved inspector or must have passed Saudi Aramco CBT Exam & Interview. • Must hold internationally recognized inspection certifications such as: • API SIFE, API 653, API 570, API 510 • ASME certifications for Pressure Vessels, Boilers, Heat Exchangers • ASNT Level II in MT, PT, UT, VT, RTFI • AWS CWI or CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 Certified Welding Inspector • Proven working knowledge of mechanical inspection requirements, testing equipment, and PMI instruments. • Required QMs - QM-03, 05, 07, 30, 31, 34, 35, 37,68

Requirements

B.E/B.Tech degree in a relevant engineering discipline with 6+ years of inspection experience or Diploma (3 years) with 8+ years of relevant inspection experience. Strong knowledge of International Codes & Standards and Saudi Aramco Specifications & Standards. Saudi Aramco–approved inspector or must have passed Saudi Aramco CBT Exam & Interview. Must hold internationally recognized inspection certifications such as: API SIFE, API 653, API 570, API 510. ASME certifications for Pressure Vessels, Boilers, Heat Exchangers. ASNT Level II in MT, PT, UT, VT, RTFI. AWS CWI or CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 Certified Welding Inspector. Proven working knowledge of mechanical inspection requirements, testing equipment, and PMI instruments. Required QMs - QM-03, 05, 07, 30, 31, 34, 35, 37,68

Responsibilities

Perform inspection of mechanical commodities such as pipes, fittings, valves, structural steel, fasteners, boilers, pressure vessels, and heat exchangers. Review and verify compliance with applicable codes including ASME Sections I, V, VIII, IX; ASME B31.3/4/8; API 620/650; AWS D1.1; and NACE requirements. Conduct welding inspections including WPS, PQR, welder qualifications, visual inspection (VT), and coordination of NDT (MT, PT, UT, RTFI). Ensure adherence to Saudi Aramco Specifications & Standards and relevant industry practices. Inspect fabrication, installation, testing, and completion of mechanical systems. Verify accuracy of material certificates, PMI results, and documentation for mechanical components. Maintain detailed inspection reports, QC records, NCRs, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and quality managers to resolve technical and quality-related issues. Support audits, surveillance activities, and provide technical input on quality matters.

Skills

  • ASME Sections I, V, VIII, IX
  • ASME B31.3/4/8
  • API 620/650
  • AWS D1.1
  • NACE
  • WPS
  • PQR
  • MT (Magnetic Particle Testing)
  • PT (PT/ Penetrant Testing)
  • UT (Ultrasonic Testing)
  • RTFI (Radiography Film Interpretation)
  • PMI (Project Material Inspection) instruments
  • Saudi Aramco Specifications & Standards
  • ASNT Level II
  • CWI
  • CSWIP 3.1/3.2

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