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BALAJI NARASIMHAN

BALAJI NARASIMHAN

TIRUCHIRAPALLI

Summary

Experienced QA/QC Professional with 30 years in the Oil & Gas industry. Proficient in managing quality assurance/control systems, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards across global projects. Strong skills in root cause analysis, staff development, and client management. Adept at improving processes to achieve optimal operational efficiency and customer. Strong track record of developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance protocols to enhance product reliability. Proven skills in team leadership, process improvement, and problem-solving abilities. Significant impact in past roles by minimizing non-compliance issues and increasing efficiency within operations.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

QA/QC & Mechanical Completions Lead

KONGSBERG Maritime – Singapore
Singapore
04.2023 - 03.2024
  • Lead QA/QC operations for AGOGO FPSO E-House project in China.
  • Ensured compliance with international standards and client specifications.
  • Developed and implemented QC processes, procedures and standards in accordance with industry regulations.
  • Reviewed and monitored product quality performance data to identify trends, areas of improvement and corrective action plans.
  • Conducted internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Evaluated test results against established specifications and determined acceptability or rejection of materials and products.
  • Documented all inspection activities including non-conformances identified during review process.
  • Conducted training sessions for QC personnel on various aspects of quality control including sampling techniques, calibration methods.

QA/QC Coordinator

Siemens Energy – Singapore
Singapore
02.2022 - 04.2023
  • Coordinated quality activities for Barossa FPSO Packages, including Gas and Steam Turbine Generators, Chemical Dosing Systems, and WHRU Packages.
  • Managed audits and compliance across all packages.
  • Created and maintained accurate records of departmental activities, including budgets, personnel documents and project timelines.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.

LEAD QA/QC ENGINEER

QUALITE & INTEGRITE
02.2017 - 01.2022
  • Lead QA/QC operations for various projects for SAUDI ARAMCO for valve inspections.
  • Ensured compliance with international standards and client specifications.

Senior Inspection Engineer

VAIGAY CONSULTANTS
Tiruchirapally
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Inspection and testing for various O&G products, which includes structural, piping, pressure vessel, mechanical completion, and painting.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings, and specifications to determine appropriate test methods and procedures.

Senior Inspction Engineer

AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING
CHENNAI
06.2015 - 08.2015

Inspection & testing of valves for Saudi Aramco projects.

Lead QA/QC Engineer

LEIGHTON OFFSHORE
DUBAI
05.2013 - 05.2015
  • Lead QA/QC operations for SEALINE PROJECT FOR IRAQ. Constructed by Lamprell - Sharjah.
  • Developed project plans, budgets, and timelines for consulting engagements.
  • Ensured compliance with international standards and client specifications.
  • Ensured that all products meet the required level of quality before being released to customers.
  • Conducted regular audits and inspections of production lines to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Created and maintained detailed documentation for all processes related to quality control.

Senior Inspection Engineer

DNV GL
DUBAI
07.2007 - 04.2013
  • Conducted technical inspections of various products to ensure compliance with client specifications and international standards.
  • Performed quality control tests on manufactured products to identify and rectify defects.
  • Clients worked for - ADNOC, ADMA OPCO, GASCO, NPCC, SAUDI ARAMCO, LEIGHTON OFFSHORE, SNAMPROJETTI, etc.OUS CLIENTS.

VENDOR INSPECTION ENGINEER & EXPEDITOR

MOODY INTERNATIONAL
JEDDAH
03.2006 - 03.2007
  • Inspected technical drawings and ensured compliance with applicable codes and standards for Saudi Aramco projects.
  • Performed periodic audits of the facility's Quality Management System.
  • Conducted dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers and gauges.
  • Verified that production processes met established quality assurance standards.
  • Analyzed data from inspection activities to identify trends in process performance.
  • Maintained records of inspection results and reported any discrepancies to management personnel.

Senior Inspection Engineer, NDT Inspector

Various Employers
Various
04.1993 - 02.2007
  • Conducted technical inspections of production equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Performed quality control tests on manufactured products to identify and rectify defects.
  • Evaluated non-conforming parts for rework or scrap disposition.
  • Created reports detailing results from inspections and tests performed.
  • Assisted in the development of corrective action plans based on identified issues during inspections.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Production, Quality Assurance, Design Engineering., to resolve discrepancies found during inspections.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry standards related to inspection processes.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding material certifications prior to acceptance into inventory.

Education

MBA in Total Quality Management -

EIILM University
Sikkim, India

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

West Coast University
Panama, Central America

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -

Tamilnadu
Tamilnadu, India

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

LEAD AUDITOR -

SEQM / TVE CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Engineering Technician (Eng Tech Weld I) -

ENGINEERING COUNSIL - UK

Skills

  • QA/QC Systems Implementation
    Auditing & Compliance (ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001)
  • Welding & NDT Inspections (CSWIP 31 & 322, ASNT Level II)
  • Process Improvement & Risk Management
  • Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Actions
  • Supplier Quality Management
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Offshore Safety Training (BOSIET)
  • Test Result Interpretation
  • Staff Supervision
  • Effective Communication
  • Report Writing
  • Excellent Communication

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: Z 5487943
  • Date of Birth: 08/31/1973

References

  • Mr. Rakesh Varma, Site manager, +65 8798 5449, rakesh.varma.vundrajavarapu@km.kongsberg.com, KONGSBERG Maritime - Singapore
  • Mr. Solamuthu Murugappan, QA/QC Manager, +65 90117220, Siemens Energy - Singapore
  • Mr. Karthikeyan Sampath, 00919791008093, Karthikeyan.sampath@leightonoffshore.com, Leighton Offshore
  • Mr. N.Jegannathan, 0091 94434 10605, vaigay2002@yahoo.com, VAIGAI Consultants & Industrial Quality Services
  • Mr. N.Rajasekar, Inspection Manager, 0091 8489807057, nrajasek@velosi.ae, Velosi Certification Services - Abu Dhabi - UAE
  • Mr. George, General Manager, +966506849151, ERAM International

Timeline

QA/QC & Mechanical Completions Lead

KONGSBERG Maritime – Singapore
04.2023 - 03.2024

QA/QC Coordinator

Siemens Energy – Singapore
02.2022 - 04.2023

LEAD QA/QC ENGINEER

QUALITE & INTEGRITE
02.2017 - 01.2022

Senior Inspection Engineer

VAIGAY CONSULTANTS
08.2015 - 01.2017

Senior Inspction Engineer

AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING
06.2015 - 08.2015

Lead QA/QC Engineer

LEIGHTON OFFSHORE
05.2013 - 05.2015

Senior Inspection Engineer

DNV GL
07.2007 - 04.2013

VENDOR INSPECTION ENGINEER & EXPEDITOR

MOODY INTERNATIONAL
03.2006 - 03.2007

Senior Inspection Engineer, NDT Inspector

Various Employers
04.1993 - 02.2007

MBA in Total Quality Management -

EIILM University

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering -

West Coast University

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering -

Tamilnadu

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

THE WELDING INSTITUTE - UK

LEAD AUDITOR -

SEQM / TVE CERTIFICATIONS

Registered Engineering Technician (Eng Tech Weld I) -

ENGINEERING COUNSIL - UK

BALAJI NARASIMHAN