Projects Quality Engineer
All locations
IN, United States
IL, United States
Business:
Industrial Services
Position type: Full Time
Contract type: Time Limited Employee
Job ID: 7918
Overview
About us:
We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
About the role:
The Projects Quality Engineer provides end‑to‑end quality assurance and oversight across engineering, procurement, supplier manufacturing, construction, commissioning, and turnover activities in support project scopes. This role is responsible for proactive risk‑based quality planning, supplier quality execution, engineering contractor oversight, and verification that project requirements are correctly translated into supplier deliverables and field execution.
The Quality Engineer acts as the primary quality interface between Engineering, Procurement, Suppliers, Inspection Service Providers, Construction, and Commissioning to ensure equipment, materials, and installed work are delivered Right First Time and in full conformance with bp requirements, applicable codes, and contractual obligations.
The position requires strong working knowledge of refinery project equipment including pressure vessels, piping, valves, structural steel, tanks, packaged equipment including pumps, compressors, and rotating equipment, electrical power distribution equipment, motor control centers, control panels, instrumentation, analyzers, and control systems. The role includes verification of supplier manufacturing quality, inspection and test execution, hazardous area compliance, certification requirements, and installation quality for Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls scopes. The Quality Engineer must also flex into construction site oversight, project execution during TARs, and field quality support as required by project phase and risk profile.
Key Accountabilities: Supplier Quality and Procurement Support
Support RFQs, Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs), and supplier selection by reviewing quality requirements, supplier deviations, and Approved Comments and Exceptions
Develop and apply Purchase Order Quality Requirements (POQRs) aligned to equipment criticality and supplier quality execution risk
Support Approved Vendor List (AVL) usage and supplier qualification activities in alignment with bp Supplier Quality Management processes
Identify and monitor Supplier Quality Execution Risk and support development of Project Supplier Lists
Supplier Documentation and Engineering Oversight
Perform risk‑based review of supplier and contractor quality plans, procedures, and Inspection and Test Plans
Verify supplier and contractor quality activities align with applicable OMS, PDcp, and bp quality practice requirements
Participate in design, document, and readiness reviews where quality discipline input is required
Support Engineering Contractor Oversight by verifying adherence to Engineering Technical Practices, MOC, IDC processes, and design quality
Inspection, Surveillance, and Equipment Release
Develop and execute inspection and surveillance strategies aligned to ITPs, POQRs, equipment criticality, and project risk
Coordinate and oversee third‑party inspection service providers in accordance with GFH requirements
Review inspection reports, NCRs, and corrective actions raised during supplier surveillance
Support package management activities from manufacture through delivery, receiving inspection, and preservation
Provide quality input and authorization for release of Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls equipment, including verification of hazardous area compliance, certification validity, and completion of required inspections and testing
Provide quality input and authorization for release of mechanical and rotating equipment including pumps, compressors, drivers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and packaged equipment, ensuring compliance with design requirements, inspection and test results, and resolution of NCRs, punch items, and deviations
Self‑Verification, Auditing, and Quality Oversight
Execute Self‑Verification and Oversight (SV&O) activities aligned with project risk and quality plans
Manage, document, and track Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) within ESQ2, including initiation, technical evaluation, coordination of corrective actions, verification of closure, and escalation of overdue or high‑risk items as required
Support Right First Time execution through identification, tracking, and trending of defect areas across engineering, supplier, and construction activities and drive early intervention actions
Identify quality risks and barriers across engineering, procurement, supplier, and construction activities and support development and tracking of mitigation actions
Identify quality trends, recurring issues, and systemic gaps using surveillance and SV&O findings and drive corrective and preventive actions
Support continuous improvement through capture, communication, and application of lessons learned, quality alerts, and High Value Learning initiatives across projects
Construction, Commissioning, and TAR Support
Flex into construction site quality oversight as required, including site walkdowns, P&ID walkdowns, and field verifications supporting mechanical and E&I installation quality
Provide quality oversight for structural steel and civil work including foundations, embeds, supports, access platforms, equipment foundations, and grout, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and installation tolerances
Support Quality Field Execution activities including QC package review, ITR verification, and construction dossier review
Review NDE documentation, hydrostatic test packages, and hydro release documentation
Support Mechanical Completion (MC) and System Handover (SH) activities, including punch list management and closeout verification
Support Project execution during TAR including pre‑TAR readiness, package verification, field oversight, and post‑TAR closeout
Provide quality guidance and coaching to contractors and project teams to reinforce quality expectations and prevent repeat defects
Location: Indiana/Greater Chicago area
Duration: 3 years with potential of extension
The position is contingent upon contract award
What we offer:
DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.
About you: Qualifications & Experience
Essential Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline preferred
High School Diploma required with demonstrated technical and industry experience in lieu of degree
Formal training in quality management systems, inspection, and/or supplier quality oversight
Essential Experience and Job Requirements
Minimum 10 years experience in Quality Engineering, Supplier Quality, Project Quality, or equivalent role in refining, oil and gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments, including independent execution of supplier quality, inspection, and equipment release decisions
Demonstrated experience supporting supplier quality across procurement, manufacturing, inspection, testing, and delivery phases
Experience reviewing, challenging, and approving supplier documentation including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Material Test Reports (MTRs), procedures, qualification records, and manufacturing data books
Experience coordinating, directing, and overseeing third‑party inspection service providers in support of supplier and construction surveillance activities
Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls equipment including hazardous area requirements from a supplier quality and procurement perspective
Demonstrated experience verifying compliance of Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls equipment with applicable codes and standards including NEC NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, hazardous area classification, and certification requirements
Experience supporting supplier quality, inspection, testing, and release of rotating equipment and pumps including review of vendor data, performance testing, FAT activities, and resolution of manufacturing or test non‑conformances
Working knowledge of structural steel and civil construction quality requirements including foundations, embeds, anchor bolts, supports, and load‑bearing structures
Experience supporting construction quality activities including QC package review, Inspection and Test Record (ITR) verification, Mechanical Completion (MC), and System Handover (SH)
Familiarity with construction quality execution including site walkdowns, punch list identification and closeout, and turnover processes
Ability to interpret and apply engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, Purchase Order Quality Requirements, and applicable codes and standards to supplier and field quality decisions
Desired Qualifications:
ASQ Certifications such as CQE, CQI, CSQP, CQA
API 510, API 570, API 653
API 577 Welding Inspection
API SIFE, SIRE, SIEE
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent
ACCP/ASNT TC-1A NDE certifications Level I or II (VT, UT, RT, MT, PT)
Coating Inspection certification such as NACE/AMPP CIP Level 1 or 2
ISA Certification
CompEx Certifications or equivalent Hazardous Area Certifications
Other Criteria
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to interface across Engineering, Procurement, Suppliers, and Construction
Ability to work both in office and field environments including supplier facilities and active construction sites
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required for supplier surveillance or site support
TWIC card required for site access
Benefits:
Please note that some benefits may vary depending on location, business area, and employment terms. Please confirm with your recruiter.
Profit Share
You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.
Personal Development
You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.
401(k)
DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.
Healthcare and more
You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.
Additional benefits:
ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual including paid volunteer time off, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, dollar-for-dollar charitable donation matching, Dollars for Doers, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.
Values-led organization
Our values show a commitment to employees and the community they serve. These serve a guiding light on our journey to fulfill our Purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Driven by these Values, you’ll have the opportunity to give back through not only charitable matched giving, but through direct support to community organizations and as a mentor to students in underserved communities.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.
Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.
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Working here
Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.
At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.
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