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Location: Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany – 100% on-site
Start: ASAP
Language: English mandatory (German is a plus)
Context
As part of a major pharmaceutical construction project, we are seeking a Mechanical QA/QC Engineer to oversee and guarantee the quality of mechanical works, including welding, piping, pressure vessels, and rotating/static equipment. The position is key to ensuring full compliance with GMP, project specifications, and international mechanical standards.
Missions & Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidanceto mechanical quality inspectors on site.
- Perform and supervise inspections of piping systems, welding activities, pressure equipment, tanks, and rotating/static machinery.
- Review and validate supplier quality documents (ITP, WPS, PQR, WPQ, FAT/SAT protocols, material certificates).
- Manage and follow-up QOR (Quality Observation Reports)and NCR (Non-Conformance Reports) until resolution.
- Coordinate and attend welding inspections (visual, NDT, hydrotests, leak tests)in compliance with project codes and standards.
- Ensure correct execution and documentation of FAT/SAT, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Participate in supplier/contractor meetingsand act as the quality reference for mechanical scope.
- Support Construction Manager (CM)and Project Manager (PM) with reporting and issue resolution.
- Cooperate with the Turnover teamfor quality dossier preparation and system handover.
- Prepare and deliver monthly corporate quality reports.
- (Bonus) Use the EIDA Toolfor documentation, inspections tracking, and reporting.
Profile & Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- 3–5 years of QA/QC experienceon large-scale industrial or construction projects (pharma, oil & gas, chemical, or energy sector highly appreciated).
- Strong knowledge of welding standards (ASME IX, EN ISO 15614, AWS D1.1)and piping codes (ASME B31.3, EN13480, PED).
- Hands-on experience with welding inspections, NDT methods (RT, UT, PT, MT), hydrotests, pressure tests.
- Solid background in supplier quality management and mechanical site inspections.
- Fluent in English(oral & written). German is a plus.
- Rigorous, methodical, and proactive in solving technical issues.
- Good communication and teamwork skills in an international project context.