Quality Controller - Mumbai, India

Job Duties

• Comply with design drawing requirements by creating early RFI’s to ensure production progresses is unhindered.
• Review IQs, write/check RFIs and CDQ’s for accuracy and clarity prior to issuance. This task can be shared with Project Manager and/or Team Leader.
• Understand project finishes, sequencing, design, fabrication and install requirements and ensure required awareness by all team members.
• Responsible for ensuring modeling, connecting, and editing of complex structural members are accurate. You will guide the checker and Team Leaders toward complex areas requiring additional attention.
• Utilize your experience to ensure potential constructability issues are addressed i.e. fabrication, erection and shipping of complex and oversized members.
• Add and monitor project “risks” within ReqX, ensuring all team members are aware.
• As QC, be responsible for management and incorporation of RFI responses. You will close RFI’s once work has been incorporated, if delegated to another, you remain responsible for ensuring incorporation of associated work.
• Participation and leadership during project kick-off meetings (internal and external) and Post Mortems. You ensure unanswered items are tracked and resolved to minimize production issues.
• Ensure industry standards are understood and adhered to: OSHA, AISC, CISC etc.
• High level comprehension of engineering codes and standards.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of latest client drafting standards and lessons learned.
• Ensure product adheres to accepted Fabrication means & methods
• Lead and mentor checkers and other less experienced employees responsible for quality.
• Assisting with detailing and checking operations as, and when requested to do so, but not at the jeopardy of your primary role.
• Suitable level of knowledge using all production tools i.e. Tekla, Qnect, BlueBeam etc
• Ensure product is corrected with appropriate corrective/preventative action recorded as errors are reported by project team members and/or Quality Assurance Coordinators (Auditors).
• Review project specific audit reports as they are released and take appropriate action to resolve issues or non-compliance. Issues beyond your ability must be elevated to PM and managers for resolution.
• Solutions provider when structural drawings have insufficient information, taking a proactive mindset.
• Understand and report back-drafting hours to management.
• Awareness, recording and reporting of any back-charges upon occurrence.
• Regular review of back charge log for all projects.
• Providing constructive feedback to detailers to develop their confidence and experience.
• Review ECM for all your projects to ensure quality issues are trending down. Take immediate action if quality issues do not improve. Report ongoing concerns to management.
• Regularly update Project Managers and Team leader when project quality is not improving or when individual team members are not experienced to perform duties effectively.
• Provide companywide insight and training material as and when required.
  
  

Experience & Qualifications

A thorough understanding of steel detailing and strong English and math skills. Spatial visualization

awareness and a wide-ranging understanding of industry practices in detailing, engineering, fabrication,

and erection. A willingness to develop knowledge across all locations and departments, continuous

improvement. Organized with a high level of communication both written and verbal. Strong design

knowledge and excellent attention to detail. Ability to meet strict deadlines. Possess excellent people

skills, a good communicator, and a motivational leader. You are proactive and a logical thinker who

takes initiative to solve problems early. You can perform your duties with a minimal amount of

supervision.

Why Work at DeSimone?

At DeSimone, you’ll be part of a firm renowned for delivering high-quality structural engineering, façade consulting, structural detailing, and forensic services to clients around the globe. From iconic skyscrapers to innovative, cutting-edge designs, we provide exceptional engineering solutions for buildings of all types. Founded in 1969 in New York City, DeSimone has grown into a globally recognized firm with offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. With over 13,000 projects in 45 states and 60 countries, our impressive portfolio reflects our dedication to creating superlative structures that redefine skylines worldwide.

Working at DeSimone means being involved in some of the most iconic and tallest buildings and projects in the world — we are known for pushing the boundaries of design and innovation. Whether it’s utilizing cutting-edge technology, employing creative problem-solving, or providing highly efficient, process-driven solutions, our team constantly seeks new ways to redefine what’s possible in the structural engineering industry.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, open-office environment where communication and responsiveness are key to delivering exceptional service. At DeSimone, we not only value your technical expertise but also the culture you contribute to. We maintain a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, where every team member has the opportunity to grow and contribute to the success of the firm.

DeSimone also takes pride in giving back to the community through volunteering opportunities and initiatives, which reflect our core values of service and responsibility. Our successful Summer Intern Program allows aspiring engineers to gain hands-on experience, while our strong university relationships, college events, guest speakers, and community engagement ensure that we continue to inspire and nurture the next generation of talent.

Join us and help build the future while working in a culture that inspires innovation, recognizes achievement, and is committed to excellence every step of the way.

Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We appreciate your interest in DeSimone and look forward to reviewing your application.

DeSimone is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.