SRIRAMACHANDRAN J V
Senior QA/QC Engineer
Abu Dhabi
Summary
QA/QC Engineer with 20+ years of experience in Oil & Gas, Refinery, Pipeline, Process Piping, and Structural Steel projects, including major ADNOC Onshore/Offshore assignments. Strong expertise in welding inspection, NDT, PWHT, material verification, and quality system implementation in accordance with ADNOC Specifications, ITP/QCP requirements, ASME, AWS, API, and international standards. Proven ability to manage RFIs, coordinate with ADNOC PMC/Client representatives, and ensure full compliance with ADNOC quality requirements and project deliverables.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
QC Engineer
NMDC Energy
03.2025 - Current
- Project: MERAM Project, Habshan | Client: ADNOC
- Conduct welding, piping, and material inspections as per ADNOC project specifications.
- Review and implement ITPs, QCPs, WPS, WPQR, and project quality procedures.
- Prepare RFIs and coordinate inspections with ADNOC representatives.
- Monitor NDT activities and ensure compliance with ADNOC acceptance criteria.
- Verify material traceability, MTCs, and ensure conformity with ADNOC standards.
- Support internal audits and ensure adherence to ADNOC QMS requirements.
QC Engineer
Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd.
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Project: MIP PKG-12 – Utilities, Flare & Piperack | Client: Saudi Aramco
- Conducted welding and piping inspections per SAES and project specifications.
- Managed welder qualifications, WQT/WPQT, and consumable control.
- Ensured compliance with Aramco QMIS and project quality requirements.
QC Engineer
Snamprogetti Saudi Arabia Ltd (SAIPEM)
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Project: Hawiyah Gas Plant (HGP) | Client: Saudi Aramco
- Performed welding, piping, and structural inspections.
- Coordinated NDT activities and monitored repair rates.
- Prepared weld maps, pipe logs, and QC documentation.
QC Inspector
Saudi Arabian Saipem Ltd (SAIPEM)
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Project: SGCP – Haradh | Client: Saudi Aramco
- Conducted fit-up, in-process, and final welding inspections.
- Ensured compliance with SAES-W-011, W-012, W-017.
QC Inspector
Snamprogetti Saudi Arabia Ltd (SAIPEM)
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Project: Manifa – Water Injection System Upgrade | Client: Saudi Aramco
- Performed piping and structural welding inspections.
- Coordinated with client and third-party inspectors.
QC Welding / PWHT Inspector
SK Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd.
05.2015 - 06.2016
- Projects:
- Jazan Refinery Project EPC-9
- Wasit Gas & Inlet Facilities PKG-1
- Shaw Emirates Pipe Shop (CB&I), Abu Dhabi
- Client: Saudi Aramco
QC Inspection Engineer (Welding)
MB Metallic Bellows Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 02.2013
QC Inspector (Welding)
Mailam (I) Ltd
09.2005 - 03.2011
Production Supervisor (Welding)
Mailam (I) Ltd
04.1996 - 08.2005
Education
High School Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Avcc Polytechnic
Mayiladuthurai India03.1991
Skills
Weld maps, pipe logs, QC reports
Certification
CSWIP 3.2.2 – Senior Welding Inspector (Valid till 16 May 2029)
CORE COMPETENCIES (ADNOC-FOCUSED)
- ADNOC Specifications & Quality Requirements
- ITP/QCP Review & Implementation
- Welding Inspection (CSWIP 3.2.2)
- NDT Level II (RT, UT, PT, MT)
- PWHT Monitoring & Hardness Testing
- Material Receiving Inspection & MTC Verification
- RFI Preparation & ADNOC Client Coordination
- WPS, WPQR, PQR, WQT Review
- NCR, CAR, CAPA Management
- Pipeline, Piping & Structural Welding
- Calibration Control & Test Equipment Monitoring
- Vendor Qualification &Audit
- ISO 9001:2015 Documentation
- Fabrication Yard & Site Inspection Activities.
- KPI Status.
- Welder Status.
- Manpower Assistance.
- Internal Audit/ISO Audit/ Subcontracts.
- Production meeting/minutes of meeting & client meeting.
CODES & STANDARDS
- ADNOC Specifications & Procedures
- ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8
- ASME Section 11, V, VIII, IX
- API 1104
- AWS D1.1
- SAES-W-011, W-012, W-017
- SAEP, SAIC, SATR
- Material Handled: CS, LTCS, SS 304L, SS316L, A312 S 31254, DUPLEX, SUPER DUPLEX ETC
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork
- Adaptable, self-driven, and detail-oriented
- Effective in client coordination and audits
Timeline
QC Engineer
NMDC Energy
03.2025 - Current
QC Engineer
Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd.
03.2023 - 04.2024
QC Engineer
Snamprogetti Saudi Arabia Ltd (SAIPEM)
05.2021 - 12.2022
QC Inspector
Saudi Arabian Saipem Ltd (SAIPEM)
06.2019 - 04.2021
QC Inspector
Snamprogetti Saudi Arabia Ltd (SAIPEM)
05.2018 - 03.2019
QC Welding / PWHT Inspector
SK Engineering & Construction Co. Ltd.
05.2015 - 06.2016
QC Inspection Engineer (Welding)
MB Metallic Bellows Pvt Ltd
05.2011 - 02.2013
QC Inspector (Welding)
Mailam (I) Ltd
09.2005 - 03.2011
Production Supervisor (Welding)
Mailam (I) Ltd
04.1996 - 08.2005
High School Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Avcc Polytechnic