Mechanical & Piping QA/QC Inspector

Job Title Mechanical & Piping QA/QC Inspector Work Schedule 6 days per week Department Project Work Location Bazian/ Miran field Reports to Construction Manager Transportation As per Company Policy Key Interactions E&I QA/QC Engineer and Mechanical Construction Superintendent Accommodation As per Company Policy Employment Type Fixed Application Deadline TBD Start Date September 26 th Other details

• About Us: Miran Energy is a joint venture between HKN Energy and ONEX Group, formed to develop the Miran Gas Field in partnership with the Kurdistan Regional Government. The venture combines deep technical capability and a long-term investment approach to deliver sustainable energy solutions. HKN Energy is an independent energy company focused on the exploration and development of oil and gas resources in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. HKN is committed to responsible operations, environmental stewardship, and long-term partnership with the communities where it operates. ONEX is a diversified investment company with strategic interests across energy, critical infrastructure, and development sectors in EMEA. The company partners with public and private stakeholders to deliver long-term value and transformative projects.

Position Summary

The position reports into the Miran Construction Manager and the primary responsibility IS the provide Mechanical & Piping Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC) oversight during Miran’s Gas Plant Early Production Facility & Gathering system EPC Construction. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Performance Expectations:

• Coordination of all Mechanical & Piping QA/QC activities to ensure all works are performed safely and in accordance with the companies HSE policy
• Supervision and coordination for all Mechanical & Piping QA/QC related activities.
• Review of Contractor’s Mechanical & Piping Inspection & Test Plans (ITP’s)
• Witness all inspections for Pipe fabrication and installation (fit-up, welding, alignment), Pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment, Welding activities: monitor WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications, Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing of piping systems
• Review & Witness Contractor and Vendor Mechanical SAT procedures and Tests.
• Witness and Verify NDT procedures (RT, UT, MPI, DPI), Dimensional checks and visual inspections, Bolt torqueing, flange management, and gasket installations
• Preparation and close out of Punch lists to achieve Mechanical Completion
• Review of Mechanical Completion Certification (MCC) and QA/QC Inspection & Test procedures
• Maintain detailed quality records, inspection logs, and test reports.
• Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and track corrective actions.
• Update as-built drawings and verify redline markups.
• Support handover dossiers for commissioning and client acceptance.
• Prepares QA packages for audits and supports final handover documentation. Competency (Knowledge & Skills) Required:
• Expert knowledge Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Material traceability records and welding logs, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective Action Reports (CARs)
• Expert knowledge of verify compliance with material certificates, heat numbers, and MTC’s
• Experience with UT, RT, MPI, DP inspection procedure for CRA welds.
• Experience with advanced UT techniques: Phased Array UT or TOFD for CRA welds
• Experience with Third-party inspectors and certification bodies
• Experience with ASME VIII Pressure Vessels
• Strong understanding of welding metallurgy, pipe supports, and stress analysis
• Strong understanding of international Quality Assurance standards and codes including ISO 9712 and API 577.
• Understanding of ASME IX, API 5L, and ISO 15156 for sour service and CRA welding procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors of Science from an accredited University in Mechanical or Metallurgy & Materials Engineering
• NDT Level II/III – For advanced inspection techniques required
• CSWIP 3.1 or AWS-CWI – For welding inspection required
• CSWIP 3.2 preferred. Experience Expected / Required:
• Minimum of 10 years in a role as a Mechanical QA/QC Engineer in Iraq and MENA region
• Prior experience in Fast Track Gas Processing plant projects in Kurdistan and MENA region.
• Demonstrable experience in with Inspections, Punch-listing & pre-commissioning activities to achieve Mechanical Completion.
• Ability to fully comply with the Companies HSE Policies and standards to minimize Construction related LTI and incidents. Physical Requirements: Ability to travel to site is mandatory. This requires an acceptable level of mobility and fitness to carry essential safety equipment (escape sets).