SUBRAMONIAN SP
Test Pack Coordinator / QA-QC (Welding/Piping)
Chennai,TN
Summary
Professional experience of 25 + years as a Test Package coordinator, NDT coordinator, QC/ Welding Inspector (welding & piping), QA/QC engineer, QA/QC manager, one-year Mechanical Trainer (OJT) Involved in Inspection of Structural components, fabricated components like pressure vessels, storage tanks and stainless-steel pipes, construction & Erecting / Welding & NDT Testing/Industrial Petrochemical plant like refineries construction in India at various stages of raw material to the final Products in India and abroad.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Test Pack Coordinator
NASSER S. AL-HAJRI CORPORATION
02.2024 - Current
- Project: BOROUGE PO PROJECT (Tecnimont S.P.A.), (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Test package preparation, identifying and tracking of piping systems against P&ID and Isometric Drawings, and recording information to document significant construction and completion targets.
- Piping test package site activities include coordinating execution priorities, test circuits' identification, walk-throughs, punch list clearance, quality documentation readiness, test execution, and reinstatements.
- Test planning and coordination.
- Develop comprehensive test plans for piping systems based on project specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborate with piping and mechanical engineering teams to ensure that testing procedures align with design requirements.
- Coordinate with project managers to allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, for testing activities.
- Lead and manage the testing team, providing guidance, support, and direction to ensure the successful execution of testing procedures.
- Develop, review, and refine testing procedures to optimize efficiency and accuracy in accordance with project requirements.
- Prepare and compile closeout documentation, including test summary reports, as-built drawings, and other relevant records.
Piping Inspector
Sievert Technical Inspection (BUREAU VERITAS INTERNATIONAL)
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Client: DAS Island (ADNOC) Shutdown Train 3.
- Conducted internal quality audits, corporate audits, and gap analysis, and coordinated certification body audits.
- Monitor and verify that the work execution and implementation are approved procedures, specifications, and drawings.
- Strict follow-up on the implementation of the approved inspection test plan (ITP).
- Check the post-weld heat treatment of the weld joints to maintain the correct heating rate, cooling rate, and soak temperature and time as per specification.
- Review the hydro test package and coordinate with the client for witnessing the test.
- Releasing the line/spools for sandblasting and painting works and ensuring correct materials are being used as per specifications.
- Preparation of final inspection reports and submission to the clients.
- Interpretation of Radiographic Films.
- Supervision, inspection in fabrication and erection of piping and equipment, and their dimensional inspection as per the drawing and project specification.
- Inspection of nonmetallic piping joints (FRP, RTR, and CPVC).
QA/QC Engineer in Welding
M/S THRIVING ENGINEERING
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Planning and execution of fabrication, installation, and erection of construction works, mainly for piping, pressure vessels, structural, and all mechanical installations.
- Implementation of QMS to ISO 9001:2015 requirements and auditing.
- Audit schedule preparation and perform first, second, and third party audits (internal and external).
- Preparing and reviewing WPS, PQR, WQT, as per ASME, ASTM, API, and Indian Standards, etc.
- Coordinate with the client for welding processes, like SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, stud welding, and SAW, as well as panel column and boom welding, GRP welding, and HDPE welding.
- Coordinate with the client on the metallurgy of carbon steels, alloy steels, stainless steels, non-magnetic steels, aluminum alloys, SDSS, copper and copper alloys, GRP, FRP, and HDPE.
- Drafting a welding checklist; also preparing a consolidated permit to work (CPW) for common and live plant areas for fit-up, welding, and radiography of pipe joints.
- Preparation of final inspection reports and submission to the clients.
- Interpretation of radiographic films.
- Supervision, inspection in fabrication and erection of piping and equipment, and their dimensional inspection as per the drawing and project specification.
- Inspection of nonmetallic piping joints (FRP, RTR, and CPVC).
- Coordination, supervision, and monitoring of safety at all levels, and in corporate safety, into each activity.
Mechanical Trainer –Welding
OMAN TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Client: ORPIC – Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company (OQ), and Salalah Sanitary and Development Company (SSDC).
- Apply analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to optimize performance, efficiency, and safety.
- Identifying training needs, preparation, performance tryout, and evaluation.
- Match training and development with employee and management goals.
- Provides employees with hands-on experience to safely navigate their job duties.
- Learning is more relevant and effective by enabling employees to learn directly in their work environment and offering real-time experiences.
QA/QC Manager
M/S.Dynamic Stamping (Fabrication & welding inspection)
08.2013 - 11.2018
- Client: Kudankulam Atomic Power Plant (pipeline project).
- Ensuring that all work is carried out, reporting to the Project Manager and Project Director, assisted by the QA/QC Team. Responsible for the implementation of QA/QC programs during the construction stage.
- Responsible for carrying out surveillance on various activities during the execution of the project and cross-checking on QA/QC activities carried out by quality inspectors, coordinating with the company QA/QC representative, QC inspectors, suppliers, TPI agencies, and mechanical testing laboratories.
- Coordinating with CCM, PM, PCM, Material Controller, HSE Coordinator, HSE Officer, and other site personnel. Preparing and obtaining the necessary approvals of Inspection and Test Plans and Procedures as per the requirements of the contract.
- Organizing and monitoring the stage inspections required for all construction activities.
- Conduct internal audits on the project site with the assistance of the Sr. QA Engineer (Audit & System). Continuously update all quality system records and provide data to the Sr. QA Engineer (Audit & System) for weekly and monthly reports.
QA/QC Welding Engineer
M/S.Dynamic Stamping (Fabrication & welding inspection)
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Preparing and reviewing the project quality plan (PQP/ITP) inspection procedure for various construction and manufacturing activities.
- Planning and execution of fabrication, installation, and erection of construction works, mainly for piping, structural, and all mechanical installations.
- Implementation of QMS to ISO: 9001:2015 requirements and Auditing.
- Preparing and review of WPS, PQR, WQT, as per ASME, ASTM, API & Indian Standards etc.
- Co-ordinate with client for welding processes Like SMAW, GTAW, GMAW & FCAW, Stud welding and SAW- PANEL Column and Boom welding, GRP welding, HDPE welding.
- Co-ordinate with client metallurgy of carbon steels, alloy steels, stainless steels, non-magnetic steels, Aluminums alloys, SDSS, Copper and copper alloys, GRP, FRP, HDPE.
- Inspection of mechanical testing of materials and welds at the laboratory.
- Drafting a Welding Check List; also preparing Consolidated Permit to Work (CPW) common and live plant area for fit-up, welding, and radiography of pipe joints.
- Preparation of final inspection reports and submission to the clients.
- Interpretation of Radiographic Films.
QA/QC Inspector-welding & Test Pack Engineer (QC Review-piping)
Emirates Industrial Laboratory
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Functioning as plant Inspector for Oman Refinery and Petrochemicals Shut Down.
- Job involves inspection of tanks, spheres, reactor, heat exchanger, pressure vessels, columns, piping etc.
- Functioning as Third-party Inspector for Dubai International Airport Expansion Job.
- Job involves material inspection, welding inspection, fit-up, witnessing NDT test, final dossier verification etc.
- Functioning as Third-Party Inspector for World Trade Center (Exhibition Hall).
- Job involves material inspection, welding inspection, fit-up, witnessing NDT test, final dossier verification etc.
- Client inspector for Fujairah Refinery Company LTD (storage tank construction).
- Job involves different type of material inspection and welding inspection (visual, dimensional inspection), piping inspection, witness Hydro testing of piping, welding procedure qualification and witnessing welder qualification test and non-destructive testing.
- Third Party Inspector for Dubai mall project.
- Job involves material inspection, welding inspection, fit-up, witnessing NDT test, final dossier verification etc.
- Third Party Inspector for JT Metro JV for RTA project.
- Job involves different types of material Inspection and welding Inspection (visual, dimensional inspection) of structure like columns, Beams, Rafters etc. welding procedure qualification and witnessing welder's qualification test and NDT testing.
- Functioning as a test pack Engineer piping (QC-review) for Fujairah Refinery Company Ltd.
- Preparing support drawing, support summary, punch clearance, bolt torquing reports, follow up the line walkdown activities & RFI, NDT work follow up & reports. Final review package submission, Re-instatement package submission works.
Quality Control / Inspection Engineer
M/s Automotive Coaches and Components Ltd
06.1999 - 05.2008
- Client: Ashok Leyland Ltd, Chennai, India, Bonfiglioli, and Burndy Technology, Chennai.
- Attend the pre-inspection meeting.
- Review the approved drawing.
- Check the material like MTC, Material Traceability, Visual and Dimensional Inspection.
- Conducting welding procedure and welder performance qualification as per ASME.
- Prepare the ITP, WPS, PQR, WPQR document.
- Selection of suitable filler metals for welding (SMAW, GTAW & SAW).
- Review of NDE procedure and NDT Technicians Qualifications.
- Interpret /Review NDT reports and maintains all related file and records.
- Check the Fit up Joint Identification and Dimensional Inspection.
- Monitoring the welding activity and verify the WPS parameters.
- Monitoring the NDT activities like UT, PT, MT etc.
- Verification of final mechanical completion Dossier.
- Preparing the complete final documentation.
- Co-ordination with client inspectors & TPI for inspection of equipments at stage and final wise.
Quality Control / NDT Coordinator
M/s Valli Steel Industries
05.1987 - 05.1999
- Review the approved drawing.
- Check the material like MTC, Material Traceability, Visual and Dimensional Inspection.
- Conducting welding procedure and welder performance qualification as per ASME.
- Selection of suitable filler metals for welding (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, SAW).
- Review of NDE procedures and NDT Technicians Qualifications.
- Interpret / Review NDT reports and maintains all related files and records.
- Check the Fit up, Joint identification and dimensional inspection.
- Monitoring the welding activity and verify the WPS parameters.
- Monitoring the NDT activities like UT, PT, MT etc.
- Review the hydro test procedure & PWHT procedures.
- Check the final dimensional inspection and final visual inspection.
- Witness Hydro test, Nitrogen Leak test, Pneumatic test and Air Drying.
- Verification of final mechanical completion Dossier.
- Quality surveillance of fabrication yard such as fit up inspection, Raw material verification, consumable controlling, Dimensional Inspection and Visual inspection of completed piping work &structure.
- Co ordination with Third Party Inspection agencies for Positive Material Inspection (PMI) for stainless steel and alloy steel and Hardness Testing and ASME AI for Boiler and pressure vessel.
Education
M.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Karnataka State University
Mysore, India 04.2001 -
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Government College of Engineering
Tirunelveli, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Welding and Coating process Inspection - ROBOT, GTAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW Proficient in the development and qualification of WPS, PQR, and WQT in accordance with ASME (Sec V, VIII, IX, B311, B313, B318), API (650,1104),AWS D11,ASTM,ISO, NACE
- Documentation - Skilled in preparing and reviewing QCPs, (WPS, PQR,WQT,NDT,) ITPs, inspection checklists, test dossiers, MCCR, and Mechanical Completion Packages to ensure project quality and compliance
- NDT techniques - Hands-on experience with PT, MT, RT, UT, PAUT, VT and PMI in line with ASME Section V Proficient in RTFI
- Surface preparation -Knowledgeable in surface preparation and post-weld activities and hardness testing including blasting, painting, insulation, pickling, passivation and hydrotest specialist pipe and tanks
CERTIFICATIONS
AWS American Welding Inspector
ASNT Level II in Radiography
ASNT Level II in UT
ASNT Level II in MPT
ASNT Level II in PT
Timeline
Test Pack Coordinator
NASSER S. AL-HAJRI CORPORATION
02.2024 - Current
Piping Inspector
Sievert Technical Inspection (BUREAU VERITAS INTERNATIONAL)
10.2022 - 01.2023
QA/QC Engineer in Welding
M/S THRIVING ENGINEERING
03.2021 - 09.2022
Mechanical Trainer –Welding
OMAN TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
12.2018 - 02.2020
QA/QC Manager
M/S.Dynamic Stamping (Fabrication & welding inspection)
08.2013 - 11.2018
QA/QC Welding Engineer
M/S.Dynamic Stamping (Fabrication & welding inspection)
08.2010 - 06.2013
QA/QC Inspector-welding & Test Pack Engineer (QC Review-piping)
Emirates Industrial Laboratory
08.2008 - 06.2010
M.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Karnataka State University
04.2001 -
B.E - Mechanical Engineering
Government College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Quality Control / Inspection Engineer
M/s Automotive Coaches and Components Ltd
06.1999 - 05.2008
Quality Control / NDT Coordinator
M/s Valli Steel Industries
05.1987 - 05.1999
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