QA ENGINEER - Quality Assurance

Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC)
Reports to: QA/QC Manager
Location: Ambattur / Thirumullaivoyal
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

The QA Engineer ensures that all steel fabrication activities comply with project specifications, industry codes, and quality standards. They develop inspection plans, carry out quality checks at all fabrication stages, and coordinate with production, welding, and client representatives to maintain product quality and integrity.

Key ResponsibilitiesQuality Planning & Documentation

• Develop and implement Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality procedures for steel fabrication projects.
• Review fabrication drawings, material certificates (MTCs), and welding procedure specifications (WPS).
• Maintain documentation in compliance with ISO 9001, AWS D1.1, ASME, or project-specific requirements.

Inspection & Testing

• Conduct inspections for incoming raw steel materials to verify grade, dimensions, and surface condition.
• Perform in-process inspections (fit-up, welding, dimensional checks, bolt hole alignment, coatings).
• Oversee final inspections before dispatch to ensure compliance with client-approved drawings and tolerances.
• Coordinate NDT activities (UT, MT, PT, RT) with certified inspectors.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Monitor welding activities for compliance with WPS and welder qualifications (WPQ).
• Ensure proper calibration and use of measuring instruments.
• Verify surface preparation and coating/painting quality in accordance with specifications.

Problem Solving & Reporting

• Identify and document non-conformance reports (NCRs) and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and final inspection reports.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and third-party inspectors for inspection activities.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of steel fabrication processes including cutting, welding, assembly, and surface finishing.
• Knowledge of quality standards and codes: AWS D1.1, ASME Sec IX, ISO 9001, ASTM.
• Proficiency in technical drawing interpretation.
• Experience with NDT methods and inspection tools.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering.
• 3–5 years experience in QA/QC within the steel fabrication industry.
• Fresh candidates are considered.
• NDT Level II certification (UT, MT, PT, RT) is an advantage.

Work Environment

• Workshop and site-based inspections.
• Exposure to welding, grinding, cutting, and heavy machinery operations.
• Requires adherence to safety protocols and wearing PPE.

Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: ₹220,000.00 - ₹320,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Provident Fund

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ambattur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• total work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 20/08/2025