QA Engineer

Job Summary The Painting QA is responsible for inspecting and verifying painting and coating activities to ensure they meet quality standards, customer specifications, and safety requirements. This role requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in painting, strong knowledge of surface preparation, and the ability to identify defects and ensure consistent finish quality.

Key Responsibilities Inspect surface preparation activities before painting to ensure compliance with requirements Involve in customer offering of painted job as per client approved ITP. Verify paint application quality, including thickness, coverage, adhesion, and finish Check for surface defects such as rust, contamination, uneven coating, runs, blisters, or peeling Ensure painting work follows approved standards, work instructions, and customer specifications Conduct in-process and final quality inspections of painted components or structures Monitor Ambient conditions once in 4 hours. Document inspection results and report non-conformities or defects Coordinate with painters, supervisors, and production teams to resolve quality issues Verify the use of correct materials, tools, and coating systems Support corrective and preventive actions for painting-related quality concerns Maintain inspection records and quality documentation as required

Required Qualifications Bachelor’s in engineering Minimum 3 - 4 years of experience in painting related fields. Strong knowledge of surface preparation techniques Experience in painting quality inspection or coating inspection Ability to identify paint and coating defects Understanding of painting standards, procedures, and inspection criteria Good attention to detail and documentation skills Ability to read and follow technical instructions and quality requirements Preferred Qualifications Experience in manufacturing production or manufacturing painting QA Knowledge of coating thickness measurement, Surface profile measurement, adhesion testing and inspection methods Understanding of safety practices related to painting and chemical handling NACE 1 / BGAS Grade 2 will be an added advantage Key Skills Painting inspection Surface preparation knowledge Quality control Defect identification Documentation and reporting Communication Attention to detail