AVINASH KATAKAM

Work History

Offshore Construction Engineer

SBM Offshore

01.2024 - 12.2024

Conduct and lead daily safety checks, toolbox talks and safety audits to identify, assess and mitigate potential hazards and risks associated with construction activities
Attend daily project team meetings to coordinate activities, discuss challenges and provide progress updates
Responsible for executing construction plans and procedures for class recovery project, ensuring strict adherence to technical specifications, safety Protocols and regulatory requirements
Plan and coordinate materials and equipment availability onboard, ensuring alignment with project requirements
Supervise and coordinate offshore construction activities, including structural modifications, equipment replacement and system upgrade on FPSO, guaranteeing safety and Quality excellence
Execute regular site inspections to ensure conformity with quality standards, design specifications and regulatory requirements
Oversee and comply with offshore safety protocols, risk assessment and emergency response procedures, maintaining regulatory adherence and a safe working environment on live FPSO
Provide technical support and resolve engineering and construction engineering issues arises during the project execution, working in close coordination with the offshore Construction Superintendent, Construction Method Engineers and Engineering Team
Coordinate with offshore construction superintendent (OCS) and operations team to ensure systems and equipment’s are installed, tested and validated in accordance with project specifications and technical requirements
Identify and mitigate risks to asset integrity, ensuring critical systems comply with class and safety standards, and maintaining regulatory compliance
Prepared and submit daily report progress to senior management showcasing project accomplishments, challenges and deviations from the plans
Lead daily project update meetings with subcontractors, fostering open communication and to overcome challenges and ensure smooth execution

India Surveyor

Bureau Veritas India Private Limited

11.2023 - 12.2023

Witness and verify material inspection to confirm the conformity with Mill Test Certificates, Adherence to purchase order specifications and complete quantity receipt
Conduct and coordinate inspection activities for structural and piping fabrication and erection, ensuring compliance with Inspection Test Plans (ITP) and quality standards
Witnessing and verify onsite NDE procedures, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications
Identifying and recording all the Non Conformities
Review inspection records and Non Destructive examination (NDE) reports

Sr. Quality Engineer

Apex Encon Projects Private Limited

02.2021 - 10.2023

Ensure fabrication works conform to approved client drawings, project specifications by conducting regular reviews and verification
Performed material, fit-up, and visual inspections, and regular surveillance inspections to monitor site activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, project specifications, and safety protocols
Coordinated NDT activities, oversaw testing execution, and prepared final documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

QC Inspector A

Lamprell Energy Ltd

12.2019 - 09.2020

Reduced defects and waste by implementing effective corrective actions in response to inspection findings.
Maintained accurate records of inspection results, providing valuable data for process improvement initiatives.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing expert recommendations on quality control procedures.
Collaborated with production team to address quality issues, enhancing overall product performance.
Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
Updated quality control records and reports.
Provided feedback to production team regarding product quality.

Sr. Mechanical Inspection Engineer

Bureau Veritas WLL

03.2018 - 10.2019

Conducted annual inspections at Qatar Petroleum's Halul Island, North Field Alpha, PS3 Platform, and Well Head Jackets, covering: Piping, Structural components, Sludge tanks, Crude Oil Tanks, Valves, Flare Tower and Helidecks.
Managed a team of 15 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) personnel, comprising Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Contrast Radiography Testing (CRT) specialists, conducting corrosion surveys on process piping and equipment.
Provided corrosion rate calculation and remaining service life evaluation services for process equipment systems, including recommendations for Repairs, Replacement and Re-rating.
Witnessed calibration of Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs) in accordance with industry standards and regulation API 520 & API 521.
Performed visual inspections according to the annual inspection plan, documented findings, and prepared reports with recommendations for improvement, submitting to manager for review and approval.
Verified incoming materials, including raw materials, equipment, and consumables, to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Conducted thorough inspections to confirm the materials' quality, quantity, and documentation.
Ensured welder qualification through witnessed testing, verifying that welders possessed the necessary skills, knowledge, and certifications to perform welding tasks. Observed welder performance during testing to assess their ability to meet project requirements and industry standards.
Reviewed Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
Monitored welder performance to ensure adherence to WPS parameters and project requirements. Conducted regular inspections to verify that welders were following established procedures, using correct techniques, and meeting quality standards.
Conducted fit-up and visual inspections to identify defects, irregularities, or non-conformities in welds, materials, or equipment. Used various inspection techniques, including visual examination, measurement, and testing, to assess the quality and integrity of welds and materials.
Reviewed non-destructive testing (NDT) reports, including Penetrant Testing (PT) and Radiographic Testing (RT), to ensure compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Verified that NDT reports accurately documented test results, identified defects or irregularities, and provided recommendations for corrective action.
Ensured documentation completeness, accuracy, and compliance with project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Verified that all documentation, including records, reports, and certificates, was properly maintained, updated, and controlled throughout the project lifecycle.

QA/QC Engineer

Sri Maha shakti Constructions

04.2016 - 02.2018

Ensure fabrication works conform to approved client drawings, project specifications by conducting regular reviews and verification
Performed material, fit-up, and visual inspections, and regular surveillance inspections to monitor site activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, project specifications, and safety protocols
Coordinated NDT activities, oversaw testing execution, and prepared final documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

QA/QC Inspector

Dyna-Mac Engineering Services Pte Ltd

01.2013 - 02.2016

Led project QA/QC inspector’s team and problem-solving efforts.
Coordinated inspection activities for fabrication and erection of structural and piping components.
Conducted incoming material inspections and prepared reports.
Performed fit-up inspections on structures and piping.
Monitored welding parameters and welder performance.
Witnessed NDT activities (RT, UT, MT, PT, HT, PWHT).
Conducted final inspections and prepared reports.
Reviewed client project specifications, welding procedures, and acceptance standards.
Familiarized inspection and test plans (ITPs) and process control procedures.
Assisted in reviewing process control documents.
Ensured compliance with project specifications and classification requirements.
Conducted project quality inductions for subcontractors.
Coordinated with classification surveyors and owner's representatives.
Prepared and submitted NDT reports for approval.
Conducted quality surveillance on subcontractors.
Presented site quality surveillance reports to senior QA/QC managers.
Participated in construction meetings and reported on quality issues.
Ensured implementation of approved ITP.
Issued quality alerts and non-conformance reports.
Conducted repair reduction and welder performance improvement programs.

QA/QC Engineer

AME International Pte Ltd

10.2012 - 01.2013

Ensure fabrication works conform to approved client drawings, project specifications by conducting regular reviews and verification
Performed material, fit-up, and visual inspections, and regular surveillance inspections to monitor site activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, project specifications, and safety protocols
Coordinated NDT activities, oversaw testing execution, and prepared final documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

Senior QA/QC Engineer

PSL LIMITED

06.2009 - 08.2012

Ensure fabrication works conform to approved client drawings, project specifications by conducting regular reviews and verification
Performed material, fit-up, and visual inspections, and regular surveillance inspections to monitor site activities, ensuring compliance with quality standards, project specifications, and safety protocols
Coordinated NDT activities, oversaw testing execution, and prepared final documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery

Summary

Overview

Work History

Offshore Construction Engineer

India Surveyor

Sr. Quality Engineer

QC Inspector A

Sr. Mechanical Inspection Engineer

QA/QC Engineer

QA/QC Inspector

QA/QC Engineer

Senior QA/QC Engineer

Education

Master of Technology - Mechanical Engineering (CAD/CAM)

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

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