ESURU DALAYYA
Quality Control Inspector
Sharjah
Summary
Seeking a Quality Control Inspector position in welding and painting where I can utilize my knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, and standards to ensure high-quality fabrication and coating work while contributing to project success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
ARCELOR MITTAL UAE
11.2024 - Current
- Inspect welding activities before, during, and after welding
- Verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)
- Check welder qualifications and certifications
- Monitor: Joint fit-up, Alignment, Preheating and interpass temperature
- Perform visual inspection (VT) of welds
- Coordinate or review NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) like: Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Ensure compliance with codes such as: ASME, AWS, ISO standards
- Inspect surface preparation (e.g., blasting, cleaning)
- Check surface profile and cleanliness (e.g., Sa 2.5 standard)
- Measure environmental conditions: Temperature, Humidity, Dew point
- Inspect paint materials and mixing ratios
- Monitor coating application: Primer, intermediate, and topcoat
- Measure: Dry Film Thickness (DFT), Wet Film Thickness (WFT)
- Perform adhesion and holiday (pinholes) testing
- Ensure compliance with standards like: SSPC / NACE, ISO coating standards
- Prepare inspection reports and checklists
- Maintain records of: Test results, Inspection logs, Non-conformance reports (NCRs)
- Review material test certificates (MTC)
- Ensure traceability of materials and welds
- Tools & Equipment Used: Welding gauges (fillet weld gauge, hi-lo gauge), Coating thickness gauges (DFT meter), Surface profile gauges, Temperature and humidity meters, Holiday detectors
Quality Control Inspector
Dangote Cement
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Performed quality inspections for fabrication, welding, and erection activities in thermal power plant projects.
- Conducted visual inspection of welds (VT) and ensured compliance with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and drawings.
- Coordinated and monitored Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) such as RT, UT, MT, and PT.
- Verified welder qualifications and ensured adherence to welding standards and procedures.
- Inspected fit-up, alignment, joint preparation, and dimensional accuracy before welding.
- Monitored preheating and post-weld heat treatment (PWHT) activities.
- Ensured compliance with international codes such as ASME, AWS, and ISO standards.
- WEST AFRICA
Welding Inspector
Mega Engineering
02.2020 - 07.2023
- Conducted quality inspections for pipeline installation, structural works, and pump house construction in lift irrigation projects.
- Ensured all activities complied with approved drawings, specifications, and Inspection Test Plans (ITP).
- Performed incoming material inspection including pipes, valves, fittings, structural steel, and coating materials.
- Verified Material Test Certificates (MTC) and ensured traceability of materials.
- Hyderabad Nagar Kurnool
Junior Welding Inspector
Devkot Bio Fuels
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted in quality inspection of boiler components, pipelines, and structural works in thermal power plant projects.
- Performed visual inspection (VT) of weld joints and ensured compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
- Checked fit-up, alignment, and joint preparation before welding activities.
- Supported monitoring of welding activities as per Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
- Coordinated with NDT team for testing methods such as RT, UT, MT, and PT.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Gandhi Academy of Technology and Engg
07.2017
Skills
Welding Inspection as per WPS / PQR / WQT
Visual Inspection of Weld Joints & Fit-up
NDT Coordination (UT, RT, MT, PT)
Surface Preparation & Coating Inspection
DFT / WFT Measurement and Holiday Testing
Inspection Reports, ITP & QA/QC Documentation
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Indian
- Nationality: Indian
Coursework
- CSWIP 3.1
- BGAS GRADE 2
- NDT LEVEL 2
- BOILER 1ST CLASS
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
ARCELOR MITTAL UAE
11.2024 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Dangote Cement
08.2023 - 11.2024
Welding Inspector
Mega Engineering
02.2020 - 07.2023
Junior Welding Inspector
Devkot Bio Fuels
08.2018 - 02.2020
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Gandhi Academy of Technology and Engg