Job Description

Job Title:

QA/QC Engineer - Railway / Metro Infrastructure

Purpose of the Role

To ensure that all construction, installation, and system works for

railway and metro projects

are executed in compliance with

contract specifications, client requirements, and international quality standards

. The QA/QC Engineer is responsible for implementing and monitoring

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

and ensuring continual improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Planning & System Implementation

Assist in developing and maintaining the

Project Quality Plan (PQP)

in line with

ISO 9001:2015

and client quality requirements (e.g., RTA, Etihad Rail, DoT). Implement

Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)

, Method Statements, and Quality Checklists for all civil, MEP, and systems works. Ensure contractor and subcontractor compliance with approved QA/QC procedures and specifications. Support the development of

document control systems

and maintain quality documentation (drawings, test certificates, NCRs, reports).

2. Inspection & Testing

Conduct

daily inspections

of construction and system installation activities (track, tunnels, viaducts, stations, signalling, power, telecoms). Verify materials and workmanship against approved drawings and specifications. Monitor

material testing

(concrete, steel, ballast, cables, etc.) through approved laboratories. Ensure that calibration and test records are properly maintained and traceable. Participate in

Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)

,

Site Acceptance Tests (SATs)

, and

commissioning inspections

as required.

3. Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions

Identify

non-conformances (NCRs)

, issue reports, and track them until closure. Support root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Work with contractors and consultants to resolve quality issues without impacting project progress.

4. Audit & Compliance

Conduct

internal and external quality audits

in coordination with the QA/QC Manager and client representatives. Verify compliance with

UAE regulatory bodies

and client-specific standards. Participate in audits conducted by

client (RTA, Etihad Rail DB)

or

third-party certification agencies

. Support continuous improvement and lessons-learned programs.

5. Reporting & Documentation

Maintain accurate QA/QC logs and generate

daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports

for management and client submission. Prepare

inspection summary reports

, material approval logs, and non-conformance registers. Maintain as-built documentation and quality handover dossiers for final acceptance.

6. Health, Safety, and Environmental Coordination

Support

HSE compliance

and ensure that quality activities are integrated with safety requirements. Report quality-related safety issues and participate in joint quality-safety inspections.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Quality Engineering. Master's degree is an advantage.

Experience

7-12 years of experience in QA/QC within

railway, metro, infrastructure, or heavy civil projects

, with at least 3-5 years in the UAE or GCC.

Industry Expertise

Civil structures (tunnels, viaducts, stations), track works, systems (signaling, E&M, telecoms, SCADA), and depot facilities.

Certifications

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (IRCA), IRIS Certification, PMP or equivalent preferred.

Software

MS Office, AutoCAD (for reference), EDMS systems (Aconex, Asite, SharePoint).

Knowledge

UAE construction codes, RTA/Etihad Rail standards, FIDIC contracts, and EN 50126/50128 quality standards.

Language

Excellent English (verbal & written); Arabic is an advantage.

Job Type: Full-time