Overview
The Quality Engineer - MEP is responsible for ensuring that all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing installation works comply with project specifications, approved drawings, applicable codes and standards, client requirements, and quality management systems. The role supports quality planning, inspections, audits, testing, documentation, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
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Your role
Quality Assurance & Control
- Implement project quality plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality procedures for MEP works.
- Review method statements, material submittals, shop drawings, and technical specifications.
- Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, industry standards, and company quality procedures.
- Monitor MEP installation activities to verify conformity with approved designs and standards.
Inspection & Testing
- Conduct inspections of mechanical, electrical, firefighting, HVAC, plumbing, and ELV installations.
- Witness testing and commissioning activities for MEP systems.
- Verify material quality and ensure approved materials are used on-site.
- Coordinate with consultants, clients, and subcontractors for inspections and approvals.
Quality Documentation
- Maintain inspection records, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), QA/QC reports, and test certificates.
- Prepare quality reports, inspection requests, and closeout documentation.
- Track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to ensure timely resolution of quality issues.
- Assist in project handover documentation and final quality dossiers.
Audit & Compliance
- Participate in internal and external quality audits.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other relevant quality management standards.
- Identify quality risks and recommend corrective measures.
- Promote quality awareness and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coordination & Communication
- Work closely with project managers, site engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Support quality training and toolbox talks.
- Resolve technical quality issues and support root-cause analysis.
About you
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
- 10+ years of experience in QA/QC for MEP construction, infrastructure, industrial, or building projects.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, electrical systems, and testing & commissioning processes.
- Familiarity with international standards such as:
- ISO 9001
- ASHRAE
- NFPA
- IEC
- BS/EN Standards
- Local Authority Regulations
Preferred
- ISO 9001 Internal/Lead Auditor
- Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) - ASQ
- PMP (desirable)
- MEP Testing & Commissioning Certifications
- Relevant HVAC/Electrical/Building Services certifications
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Transportation & housing allowances.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
