Quality Assurance Engineer

Almiqdad Annouqa

Kuwait **********.*******@*****.*** +965-********

Nationality: Jordanian

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Engineer with 7+ years of engineering experience specializing in quality assurance, audit compliance, and mechanical systems in the oil, gas, and infrastructure sectors. Trained in API Q1, API Lead Auditor certified, and currently completing API Q2 training. Adept in ISO 9001, ASME/ASTM standards, and internal audit procedures. Strong communicator with expertise in non-conformance reporting, risk mitigation, and technical documentation. Seeking to contribute to high-quality project execution in a forward-thinking organization. Professional Experience

Quality & Maintenance Engineer

Hydrotek Engineering, Wafra Farms Pumping Station Project — Kuwait June 2021 – Present

Led QA/QC operations for 3 major pumping stations, maintaining 99% uptime through structured preventive maintenance and inspections under API and ASME standards.

Conducted internal audits, developed first-party repair protocols, and resolved over 15 audit non-conformities in coordination with Kuwait’s Ministry of Public Works.

Reduced maintenance costs by 60% through implementation of ISO-aligned inspection routines for GRP and ductile iron pipeline systems. Mechanical Quality Engineer

SHBC Co., Al-Farwaniya Hospital Project — Kuwait

March 2018 – June 2021

Performed QA analysis on HVAC/plumbing systems ensuring full compliance with ASTM and Kuwaiti MEW standards, cutting post-construction defects by 20%.

Created and enforced pre-construction quality checklists to streamline project delivery and reduce rework.

Collaborated with design and field teams using Revit to verify technical conformance before site execution.

Technical & Soft Skills

Quality & Compliance:

ISO 9001, API Q1/Q2, NCR, CAPA, Internal Auditing, RCA, Quality Manuals

Technical Tools:

Revit (Advanced), AutoCAD (Advanced), Microsoft OƯice, HAP

Standards Knowledge:

ASME, ASTM, Kuwaiti MEW Standards

Soft Skills:

Risk Mitigation, Cross-functional Collaboration, Documentation, Detail-Oriented Certifications & Training

API Lead Auditor Certification

API Q1 Fundamentals

API Q2 Fundamentals – In Progress (Expected May 2025)

Autodesk Revit Certified Professional – 2014

Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) – In Progress Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering University of Jordan Graduated: 2018

Relevant Coursework: Quality Control Systems, Fluid Mechanics, Project Risk Management Professional Development

Volunteer Work: Delivered workshops on engineering compliance for 200+ students at University of Jordan.

Additional Details

Driving License: Available.

References: Available upon request

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