RAVI PRASAD KARUTURI

Dynamic Deputy Manager with extensive experience at DB Power Limited, specializing in NDT techniques and quality assurance. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. Adept at leading teams and implementing rigorous quality control measures, driving successful project outcomes in high-stakes environments.

• Successfully completion of Hydro Testing for Drainable & Non-Drainable H.P system in 3X800MW NTPC, KUDGI SUPER THERMAL POWER PROJECT on 02/03/15.
• Successful completion of C.I.B inspection for Main Stream Piping, HRH piping and Cross Over Piping Erection, Fit-up, Welding, RT interpretation, Hardness and PMI checking for 2X300MW.
• Successfully completion of Condenser Hydro test of Unit#1 in 3X800MW Kudgi STPP.
• Successfully completion of 1X60TPH Of Auxiliary boiler and Aux Steam Piping for Unit#1
• Successfully completion of 2X800MW IBR Documentation and final completion of Unit#2 on 08/31/20
• Successfully completion of 2X660MW FGD of Unit#1 on 04/02/22 at JVUNL Limited

• NDT-ASNT-Level-II in RT, UT, DPT & MPT.
• ISO 9001-2015 QMS Internal Auditor
• ISO 50001-2018 EnMS Internal Auditor

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• Involved in quality engineering of Erection & Maintenance of Steam Turbines, Generators, Boiler Sets of capacities as Follows: (4X250 MW,4X600 MW ,9X135 MW CPP,2x300MW,3X800MW,1X60 TPH,2X660MW)
• Preparation, Review, and approval of QAP’s & protocols formats as per contractual requirements
• Ensure Stage wise inspections are being carried out during shutdown & COH as per approved QAP’s.
• Surveillance/monitoring site activities during shutdowns and overhauling
• Presenting observation reports and discussion with Top Management and ensure Observation has been attended by maintenance department.
• Ensure Equipment final box up clearance by QA was being done during COH & AOH
• NDT coordination for maintenance activities
• During BTL ensure 100% RT is being performed
• Turbine IBR piping, Non-IBR piping and Turbine condenser and its related documents
• Critical piping and Boiler Pressure parts material inspection and its related documentation.
• Conducting Welder Qualification Testing for all type of IBR & Structural welders.
• Documentation of All Weld Joints (LHS) in AOH/COH & Erection Activities.
• Turbine, Generator Oil Flushing, and Related welding activities.
• Coal Silo, Coal Mill & Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP)
• BOP Piping of DM Water piping, LDO Piping, Service Water Piping and Aux. Steam Piping.
• FGD Piping and Degasser Tanks and limestone slurry Tanks and Auxiliary Pumps.
• ETP Piping and WWTP piping in 2X660MW JVUNL Limited.

• All Type Of Boiler & Turbine QA/QC Documentation.
• Interested in Material inspection and IBR activities.
• Erection, Production & Operation’s management.
• Maintenance & quality management.
• Attending WQT & PQR activities.
• Following Field Quality Plans & Field welding schedules.
• Well interested in Piping Joints welding and its related documentation.
• Interested in RT Film Interpretation

Mechanical Engineer with 12 years of comprehensive experience in the power sector, specializing in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), erection, commissioning, and maintenance of major equipment in thermal power plants. And expertise in steam turbines, generators, boilers, critical piping systems, FGD, and auxiliary systems across projects of capacities up to 3×800 MW.

He is currently serving as Deputy Manager (MTP) at DB Power Limited (2×600 MW IPP, Chhattisgarh) since December 2024, following his tenure at prominent organizations like Jindal Power Limited, NTPC-GE Power Services, Doosan Power Systems India, Toshiba Plant Systems, and others.

Key strengths include:

• Preparation, review, and implementation of QAPs, IBR documentation, and field quality plans.
• Coordination of NDT activities (ASNT Level II in RT, UT, DPT, MPT).
• Liaison with statutory authorities (CIB) for boiler and piping inspections.
• Management of welding activities, welder qualifications, and critical material inspections.
• ISO 9001:2015 (QMS) & ISO 50001:2018 (EnMS) certified internal auditor.

 successfully contributed to major milestones, including hydro testing, condenser hydro tests, IBR documentation closures, and FGD erection in large-scale thermal power projects.