QA Lead Auditor

QA Lead Auditor

PPI Quality & Engineering is a global provider of quality assurance, engineering, and inspection services to the energy industry and is strengthening its audit capability with a QA Lead Auditor. In this role, you will plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance with international, regulatory, and industry standards.

You will deliver clear, actionable audit reports, drive corrective and preventive actions, and assess the effectiveness of processes, procedures, and quality management systems. The QA Lead Auditor evaluates supplier and internal performance, maintains accurate audit records, and upholds HS&E requirements while promoting a culture of continuous improvement. This role is well suited for an experienced auditor who brings technical credibility, strong judgment, and a disciplined, value-driven approach to quality excellence.

Overview

• Proficiently implement process assessments, quality assurance principles, and quality auditing methods
• Take ownership and work independently to perform quality assurance audits, including both assessment and deep-dive management system audits
• Deliver high-quality audit reports and corrective action requests
• Apply established audit methodologies to ensure compliance with international and national standards
• Assess processes and procedures, work instructions, and manuals associated with a Quality Management System
• Demonstrate familiarity with best practices in the oil and gas product and service industry
• Assess conformance with, and effectiveness of, operating practices for satisfaction of the requirements contained in purchase orders, drawings, specifications, operating procedures, and other Quality Management System documents
• Evaluate overall level of performance in major functional areas, identifying strengths and concerns related to processes/procedures internally, to client, and to client’s supplier organizations
• Perform follow-up activities to verify the completion and effectiveness of corrective actions
• Maintain appropriate records of audit activity and findings
• Foster and maintain productive team-oriented relationships through individual and group meetings when necessary
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner and work in accordance with established HS&E requirements to ensure the protection of employees, the public, and the environment
• Take actions necessary to stop work when an unsafe condition or action is identified
• Comply with PPI policies, procedures, and management standards, and ensure adherence with all laws and regulations that apply to the area of responsibility
• Perform other duties as required

Responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of manufacturing and/or service process in the oil and gas industry
• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or other Certified Lead Auditor or equivalent recommended; knowledge of ISO, API Q1, etc.
• Minimum 5 years of active auditing work experience required

Desired Qualifications

• Willing to travel
• Past experience dealing with third party inspection companies
• Experience with one or more of the following: NDT, Welding, Heat Treat, Coating, Premium Threads, or other Special Processes

At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization with a strong, collaborative culture. We offer comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA accounts, supplemental insurance, 401k, and paid time off—alongside opportunities to develop your career, influence company culture, and take on leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced, innovative environment.