Prasana Elangovan
Manquaf
Summary
Accomplished Industry Manager with expertise in environmental compliance and risk mitigation. Led LDAR programs that enhanced sustainability in Kuwait’s energy sector. Skilled in contract management and team leadership, driving initiatives that secured significant contracts. Focused on advancing quality assurance and sustainable practices.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industry Manager
Bureau Veritas
06.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded the implementation of LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) programs for KNPC, covering MAA and MAB refineries, directly supporting fugitive emissions reduction and regulatory compliance.
- Expanded LDAR and emissions-monitoring services to KIPIC, LDAR solutions across Kuwait’s major energy assets and strengthening environmental stewardship initiatives and securing new contract with Kuwait Oil Company (KOC).
- Led sustainability-driven inspection and integrity programs across Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Power, and Utilities, managing a ~€8MEuros+ portfolio aligned with environmental compliance, emissions reduction, and asset life extension.
- Managed Relief Gas Monitoring Systems (RGMS) using Acoustic Emission technology, enabling real-time leak detection and proactive environmental risk control while effectively minimizing gas losses and enhancing methane management.
- Led large CAPEX and OPEX tenders (€2–50M) for sustainability-enabling services, including LDAR, WWSI, Drone Inspection, and condition-based monitoring solutions, ensuring alignment with client sustainability goals.
- Acted as primary contact for sustainability and commercial matters, advising clients on inspection strategies that advanced emissions reduction and supported energy transition efforts.
- Led budgeting, financial governance, and performance monitoring, ensuring sustainable programs delivered measurable environmental and operational value while meeting cost and efficiency targets.
- Directed and developed a 30+ member Inspection team, embedding a strong culture of QHSE excellence, environmental accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensured full compliance with local regulations, client environmental requirements, and Bureau Veritas’ global QHSE and sustainability frameworks.
- Governed multi-site inspection projects, ensuring safe execution, on-time delivery, and alignment with ESG performance indicators.
- Championed technology-enabled, low-risk inspection methods, including Drone Inspections, reducing personnel exposure, shutdown duration, and overall environmental footprint.
Snr/Lead Inspection Engineer
WOOD PLC/AMEC FOSTERWHEELER LTD
11.2015 - 06.2021
- Led audit program, conducting multiple local, international, internal PMC (Project Management Consultant), and external contractor audits to ensure compliance and quality standards.
- Implemented the audit program by initiating audits, preparing audit activities, conducting audits, preparing and distributing audit reports, completing audits, and following up on action items.
- Reviewed and selected Third-Party Inspection Agencies (TPIAs), guiding them from bidding stage to final contract approval, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
- Prepared the TPIA inspection strategy and procedures.
- Established the scope of services and budget planning for TPIAs.
- Coordinated inspections with contractors and vendors worldwide.
- Participated in pre-inspection meetings to align project objectives.
- Prepared TPIA inspection work orders, reviewed and approved TPIA CVs, and conducted interviews.
- Reviewed TPIA inspection reports.
- Managed PMC (Project Management Consultant) quality documentation, including Project Quality Plan (PQP) and related procedures, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project objectives.
- Determined and evaluated the risks and opportunities associated with the audit program.
- Conducted Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for any non-conformances.
- Mentored PMC (Project Management Consultant) QA/QC inspection personnel as required.
- Interviewed candidates for PMC Inspection Engineer roles, focusing on welding and mechanical disciplines.
- Attended various kick-off meetings, representing the client, including those related to module fabrication, offshore pipeline welding, and tank farm projects.
- AL-ZOUR, NEW REFINERY PROJECT, KIPIC, KUWAIT (~16B USD)
QA/QC Engineer
SAMSUNG C&T
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Reviewed and approved WPS and PQR to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Witness and maintaining/monitoring WQT Records.
- Maintained welder performance log and managed qualification status for timely renewals.
- Radiographic Interpretation of Welded Joints.
- Conducted analysis of repair processes and monitored effectiveness.
- Coordinated with client on WQT and inspection activities to align with project timelines.
- NDE review of reports (RT, PMI, FN, DPT, PWHT & HARDNESS).
- Conducted Q.C.I. and documentation at every stage of production according to applicable codes and client specifications.
- Review of Hydrotest packages for approval.
- Obtained clearance for hydrotesting of piping systems and observed procedures.
- Review of Piping Material Specification with client requirement.
- Review of MTC/MDS and vendor documents.
- Coordinating with client for Material Receiving Inspections.
- Preparing damage report with any incoming inspection and NCR.
- Final handing over document preparation and procedures.
- Handling three subcontractors and their team of more than 20 members includes (QC Manager, Engineers, and Inspectors) direct reporting.
- KNPC, MAA, KUWAIT (~650M USD)
Lead-QA/QC Engineer
Naser M.Al-Baddah Partner LLC (NBTC)
06.2011 - 09.2013
- Led team of 20 members in daily inspection activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Managed quality control inspection and documentation at all stages of production per applicable codes and client specifications.
- Coordinated NDT processes, including radiographic testing, positive material identification, and hardness testing, to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Radiographic Interpretation of Welded Joints, Repair Analysis and Monitoring.
- Conducted visual inspection of piping weld joints per standard B31.3.
- Clearance for Hydro testing of Piping and witnessing.
- Process piping co-coordinator for QA/QC activities.
- Coordinating with client for WQT and other inspection activities.
- Prepared WPS, PQR, and WQT records.
- Abudhabi& KUWAIT (~750M USD)
QA/QC Welding Engineer/Metallurgist
Assia Steel Factory Company Limited
06.2010 - 05.2011
- Served as QA/QC engineer - metallurgist/welding engineer in WELD alloy cladding department, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Secured approvals from Saudi Aramco and API, facilitating project alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Contributed to project initiatives in KSA by providing QA/QC expertise, enhancing operational effectiveness.
QA/QC Engineer
Punj Lloyd Limited
Gurgaon
05.2008 - 06.2010
- Preparation of WPS, PQR and WQT Records.
- Managed quality control inspections and documentation throughout production, adhering to applicable codes and client specifications.
- Coordinated non-destructive testing procedures, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Conducted visual inspection of piping weld joints according to standard B31.3.
- Radiographic Interpretation of Welded Joints, Repair Analysis and Monitoring.
- Conducted welder qualification tests as per ASME Sec IX.
- Inspection of field joint coating.
- Process piping co-coordinator for QA/QC activities.
- Fabrication and erection of piping work.
- Facilitated final document handover and RT film submission to client, ensuring all required documentation was completed.
NDT Inspector
BIT Inspection Technology
Chennai
05.2005 - 06.2006
- Visual inspection of piping weld joints as per standards ASME Sec V.
- MPT: Checking of welds at Boiler Drum & Main steam lines.
- PT: Checking weld areas at Boiler mill side walls.
- Worked as a PT technician for various materials at different sites.
- UT: Thickness checking for Boilers Furnace Walls.
- Weld scan for Air Ducts and pipe joints.
- Conducted lamination checks on metal plates to verify material integrity.
- Carry out the dimensional inspection of sample castings & audit check as per plan, customer Drawing & relevant standards.
- Maintained daily and inspection reports to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Implemented approved procedures and maintained quality records to support regulatory compliance.
- Knowledge in ASME Codes and other standards.
- Class tutor for Metallurgy for AWS-CWI certifications.
- Interpretation of various materials at different sites.
- Understood magnetic particle inspection techniques.
- Chennai, India
Education
Master of Technology - Quality Management
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science
Pilani, Rajasthan, India07-2018
Master of Science - Material Science
PSG College of Technology
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India04-2008
Skills
- Supply Chain Management
- Vendor management
- Contract Management
- Contract negotiation
- Audit compliance
- Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Compliance
- Risk mitigation
- Quality Assurance
- Manufacturing Processes
- Data Analytics
- Tech implementation
- Sustainable Practices
- Team leadership
Affiliations
- Nace
- Engineering Council UK – Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
- MWeldI – The Welding Institute
Certification
- Welding, CSWIP 3.2.2. – Senior Welding Inspector & AWS – Certified Welding Inspector
- Non-Destructive Examination, ASNT Level II – Radiography Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Ultrasonic Testing and Dye Penetrant Testing
- API, 580 – Risk Based Inspection, 570 – Piping Inspector, 577- Welding Inspection and Metallurgy
- Quality Management System, ISO 9001:2015 QMS Auditor/Lead Auditor, PMP training
Additional Information
2007-08, True
Lingual Ability
- English
- Tamil
- Hindi
Papers Presented
- Presented a paper on Smart Electronics PZT & PVDF at CMET, Thrissur
- Participated in a National Level Conference on 'Recent Advances in Metal-Organic and Materials science' at PSG College of Technology.
- Participated in a National conference on 'Advances in Chemicals for Textile polymers' at PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore.
- Participated in National Workshop on 'Nano coatings and Technology' during the year 2006 conducted by Material Advantage society at PSG College of Technology.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Z5707982
- Date of Birth: 07/01/83
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Industry Manager
Bureau Veritas
06.2021 - Current
Snr/Lead Inspection Engineer
WOOD PLC/AMEC FOSTERWHEELER LTD
11.2015 - 06.2021
QA/QC Engineer
SAMSUNG C&T
10.2013 - 10.2015
Lead-QA/QC Engineer
Naser M.Al-Baddah Partner LLC (NBTC)
06.2011 - 09.2013
QA/QC Welding Engineer/Metallurgist
Assia Steel Factory Company Limited
06.2010 - 05.2011
QA/QC Engineer
Punj Lloyd Limited
05.2008 - 06.2010
NDT Inspector
BIT Inspection Technology
05.2005 - 06.2006
Master of Technology - Quality Management
The Birla Institute of Technology and Science
Master of Science - Material Science
PSG College of Technology