Quality Engineering Specialist in Qatar
Education (mandatory)
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Advanced coursework in metallurgy is a plus.
Experience (mandatory)
- Minimum of 15 years of specialized experience in OCTG design, manufacturing, inspection, and field application.
- Proven expertise in casing/tubing string design, premium connection performance, and mill/manufacturer technical interface.
- Demonstrated knowledge of API and ISO standards, tubular engineering practices, and quality assurance programs.
Key Responsibilities Premium Connection Qualification
- Evaluate and qualify premium threaded connections in line with ISO 13679, API RP 5C5, and internal performance criteria.
- Interpret and validate connection test data to ensure suitability for specific environments and loading conditions.
- Provide recommendations for connection selection aligned with wellbore conditions, pressures, and operational parameters.
- Casing & Tubing Design
- Perform engineering design of casing and tubing strings, including strength calculations and performance envelopes.
- Ensure designs meet well integrity, performance, and operational objectives under all anticipated loading conditions and operating environments.
- Collaborate with drilling and completions teams to optimize OCTG selections for well construction efficiency and safety.
- Tubular Inspection & Quality Plans
- Define inspection requirements and develop quality plans covering NDT methods, dimensional inspection, hardness testing, hydrotesting, and drift checks.
- Verify conformance to API, ISO, and project-specific specifications.
- Provide oversight during inspections and disposition of non-conforming materials.
- Mill Assessment & Qualification
- Conduct assessments and technical audits of OCTG manufacturing mills.
- Evaluate capabilities related to metallurgical processes, threading, heat treatment, dimensional control, and quality management systems.
- Lead mill qualification programs, including review of process documentation, sample testing, and compliance verification.
- Support for Well Design & Operations
- Provide subject matter expertise to well engineering teams on OCTG selection, string configuration, connection compatibility, and design validation.
- Participate in design reviews and risk assessments for planned wells.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of any tubular performance issues during operations.
- Standards, Compliance & Manufacturing Knowledge
- Maintain current knowledge of applicable industry standards including API 5CT, 5B, 5C1, 5C5, 5C6, ISO 11960, ISO 13679, and relevant client specifications.
- Apply sound understanding of OCTG manufacturing processes, including threading, heat treatment, inspection, and finishing.
- Capable of assessing chemical composition against grade requirements, and understanding metallurgical principles, mechanical properties, and microstructure analysis relevant to OCTG applications.
- Able to interpret and critically review Material Test Certificate (MTC), mill reports, heat treatment records, ...etc. for compliance with Company requirements and applicable industry standards.
- Evaluate and provide disposition on product deviation requests, ensuring compliance with technical and safety requirements.
- Review and verify product marking, traceability, and preservation methods in line with company and industry guidelines.
- Technical Competencies
- Strong command of OCTG design principles, stress analysis, and string load-case evaluation.
- Familiar with casing/tubing design tools and inspection protocols.
- Deep understanding of steel grades, heat treatment processes, and tubular QA/QC practices.
- Experience with product deviation reviews, manufacturing documentation, and preservation and marking compliance.
- Language & Communication
- Fluent in spoken and written English, with the ability to prepare detailed technical reports, lead discussions, and communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
Soft Skills
- Highly detail-oriented, disciplined, and technically authoritative.
- Able to interface with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, QA/QC, procurement, and operations.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Capable of mentoring junior staff and contributing to knowledge transfer initiatives.
Preferred Background
- Experience working with E&P operators, OCTG manufacturers, or tubular service companies.
- Exposure to offshore, sour service, or high-pressure / high temperature (HPHT) well environments.
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