Snr. QA/QC Engineer / QA/QC Manager

Akuma N. Eche

Snr. QA/QC Engineer

(EPIC Oil & Gas, Construction and Infrastructural Projects)

Email: **********@*****.***

Mob.: +974********, +974********

CAREER SUMMARY Quality engineer with a university (B.Eng.) degree in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, CSWIP 3.2.2(Senior Welding Inspector Level 3), CSWIP 3.1, ASNT Level II(UT, RT/RFI, MT, PT & VT), IRCA Lead Auditor(ISO 9001:2015), NEBOSH IGC certification sand 15 years’ experience in EPC Oil and Gas Construction an infrastructural projects I have been employed continuously in QA/QC Inspection, supervisory and management positions with both clients and contractors in both regional and international locations with the works mainly covering Procurement Quality Control for long lead items consisting mainly Electromechanical equipment. Other works include Piping, Welding and Fabrication of Pipelines, structural steels, pressure vessels, storage tanks, skids, pig launchers and receivers. Other works include Painting/Coating, NDT, Pressure Tests, FATs, Hot Tapping, Pipe Induction Bending, QMS Audits, Project Dossier Compilation and Project Handover documentation. I am knowledgeable and skilled in the application of international standards including AWS, API, NACE, ASME, ASTM, EN& ISO. WORK EXPERIENCE Senior QA/QC Engineer (Mech/NDT/Welding)

TOPAZ Contracting & Services L.LC, QATAR

Seconded to Galfar Al Misnad Engineering and Contracting W.L.L(April 2018-Present) Seconded t to Steel Engineering Technology(Dec. 2017- March 2018). Projects: EPIC for Extension of degassing stations manifolds at KhatiyahMain(KMDS), Fahahil Main, Jaleha North and Jaleha South; Construction of Geogreen Oil Storage Tank and Piping, Construction of Structural Steel Trusses for Qatar Rrail Shelters, etc Duties/Responsibilities:

Reviewing EPC Subcontractor’s procedures, ITPS and issuing comments for compliance with customer’s requirements

Conducting Material Inspections, Fit-up inspections and weld production surveillance

Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure quality performance in different areas of work development and at various project phases.

Preparing weld summary and fabrication test packs for different lines spools welded and getting clearance with the assigned TPI/TPC and QP

Witnessing NDT including RT, PT, MPI, HT, PWHT and Hydrotest and getting clearance from the assigned TPI/TPC/QP representative and following up with punch points closure.

Monitor and report on compliance and nonconformities and maintain relevant records.

Follow up on action items and maintain status register

Performing Material Receiving Inspections with the assigned TPI/TPC/Qatar Petroleum.

Coordinating with the construction supervisor on re-testing of joints that failed RT

Coordinating RT films reviews with the assigned TPI and getting clearance from QP on the welded joints tested

Preparing and reviewing Test Packs and getting clearance from the assigned TPI/TPC/QP

Coordinating with NDT Contractor on the MPI,PT and HT testing of joints and getting reports

Updating Weld History sheets in Log Register/Shared folder with the necessary records and NDT reports

Identifying design changes with respect to site conditions and updating Piping Isometric drawings, GAD and P&ID with design team

Preparing Material Inspection Reports(MIR) and Fabrication Dossiers

Monitor and report on compliance and nonconformities and maintain relevant records

Coordinating materials testing with Independent laboratories and witnessing testing with the assigned TPC especially for Type 3.2 materials to EN 10204

Maintaining records of all joints that require RT retesting or fresh joints to be tested

Coordinating Calibration of all measuring instrument and keeping records of equipment/instrument list and all calibration certificates

Senior Welding QC Engineer

Al Asab Gen. Transp. & Contracting L.L.C

June 2017-Dec. 2017

UAE

Pipeline Project: EPC for the Supply of Sales Gas to TALEX/SENAT Project at KIZAD Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation of relevant procedures, WPS, PQR, WPQ, Inspection and Test Plans, Welding and fabrication procedures and review of RFQ, Data sheet as per client and code requirements

Review of all Subcontractor documents like ITP, WPS, PQR, NDT, Hot bending, Painting, etc procedures

Responsible for various inspection and expediting services including NDE activities such as MPI, PT, UT, RT for pressure parts like piping, pressure vessels, SAW pipes, line pipes for oil and gas flow equipment.

Reviewing the entire Material Test Certificates and documents as per Quality Plan, Purchase Order and Specification.

Responsible for qualifying the welding procedure and issuing the welder performance certificate according to code requirements.

Responsible for inspection of stages as specified in ITP which includes Welding Procedure Qualification Tests/Destructive Tests, NDT, Hydrotests, etc

Responsible for Final Inspection and Issuing dispatch clearance for the same

Preparation of WPS, PQR and WPQ as per code and client requirements

Coordinating Welder Performance Qualification

Coordinating with client for shop and site inspection

Coordinating Internal and external audits as per COMPANY QMS Requirement

Assist with Preparation of test packages and Final Dossier

Liaison with Third Party Inspection Agencies for Inspections and Tests

Testing, Certification and exercising technical supervision of all welders

Analyzing and providing solutions to quality problems in Welding

Preparation and submission of Manufacturing Data Reports

Obtaining client approval on PVL Deviations and on concession requests. QA/QC Manager

Target Engineering Const. Co. L.L.C, QATAR

Jan. 2015 June 2017

Halul, QATAR(Offshore)

Project: Construction of Integrated Chiller and accommodation facilities at Halul Island, Qatar; Construction of New Telecom. & Security Building and New Northern/Western Extension Road at Halul Island Client: Qatar Petroleum

Duties/Responsibilities

For Long Lead Equipmant purchased by COMPANY and other works:

Review purchasing documents and ensure inclusion of quality requirements

Coordinate inspection activities with suppliers

Conduct selected pre-inspection meetings with critical material or equipment suppliers

Coordinate and monitor inspection personnel through approved Third Party agencies,

Identify nonconformances, verify proposed dispositions are approved and steward nonconformances to closure EPC procured equipment

Provide oversight of contractor’s implementation of her procurement processes and procedures through execution of her procurement surveillance program:

Perform assessments and verifications in accordance with the approved Surveillance plan

Review and approve contractor’s procurement procedures and monitor contractor performance

Participate in qualification of proposed subcontractors or suppliers

Participate in the review of Request for Quotation(RFQ) packages and bid proposals

Review key supplier quality plans, procedures and ITPs

Attend selected supplier meetings and witness/hold points(Pre-award, pre-inspection, Factory Acceptance Tests FAT)

Review and approve contractor’s source inspector selection and inspection order assignments.

Monitor contractor’s source inspection activities and review ITPs and FAT schedule for TPI/TPC and/or QP intervention

Review source inspection reports and certificates based upon criticality ratings

Ensuring that contractor’s Supplier surveillance activities and TPI/TPC interventions are commensurate with criticality ratings

Tracking and monitoring the implementation of Corrective Actions proposed for the closure of NCRs.

Interface with subcontractors and vendors’ Quality Personnel to ensure that they resolve issues properly in alignment with project requirements

Receiving feedback from sites with regard to quality issues of received material and equipment and coordinating with vendors and/or subcontractors to resolve same issues.

Interface with sites regarding logistics quality activities

Raising TDRs and PVLDR as necessary for deviations.

Advising and informing Project Site Lead and Project Team on quality issues and statuses.

Responsible for implementing Project Plan in the HTS scope of work.

Monitor Procurement activities and ensure compliance with approved processes and procedures.

Ensure inspections are conducted by qualified individuals in accordance with the supplier’s approved ITPs

Conduct/attend selected pre-inspection meetings with critical material or equipment suppliers

Implement the procurement Surveillance program according to the Surveillance plan.

Reviewing EPC Subcontractor’s procedures, ITPS and issuing comments for compliance with customer’s requirements

Conducting Material Inspections, Fit-up inspections and weld production surveillance

Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure quality performance in different areas of work development and at various project phases.

Preparing weld summary and fabrication test packs for different lines spools welded and getting clearance with the assigned TPI/TPC and QP

Witnessing NDT including RT, PT, MPI, HT, PWHT and Hydrotest and getting clearance from the assigned TPI/TPC/QP representative and following up with punch points closure.

Monitor and report on compliance and nonconformities and maintain relevant records.

Follow up on action items and maintain status register

Performing Material Receiving Inspections with the assigned TPI/TPC/Qatar Petroleum.

Coordinating with the construction supervisor on re-testing of joints that failed RT

Coordinating RT films reviews with the assigned TPI and getting clearance from QP on the welded joints tested

Preparing and reviewing Test Packs and getting clearance from the assigned TPI/TPC/QP

Coordinating with NDT Contractor on the MPI,PT and HT testing of joints and getting reports

Updating Weld History sheets in Log Register/Shared folder with the necessary records and NDT reports

Identifying design changes with respect to site conditions and updating Piping Isometric drawings, GAD and P&ID with design team

Preparing Material Inspection Reports(MIR) and Fabrication Dossiers

Monitor and report on compliance and nonconformities and maintain relevant records

Coordinating materials testing with Independent laboratories and witnessing testing with the assigned TPC especially for Type 3.2 materials to EN 10204

Maintaining records of all joints that require RT retesting or fresh joints to be tested

Coordinating Calibration of all measuring instrument and keeping records of equipment/instrument list and all calibration certificates

Senior QA/QC Engineer, Qatar(Structural Steel fabrication) Midmac ContractingCo. W.L.L

June 2014 – January 2015

Lusail, Qatar

Project: Lusail CP04B Feature Arch Project

Client: Qatar Project Management(QPM) W.L.L

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Witnessing Inspections and Reviewing Third Party Inspection Reports and Release Notes for equipment manufacturing/procurement and for the certification of critical equipment.

Reviewing contract specifications, Procedure, Method Statements, Work Instructions and applied codes of practice.

Implementation and Follow-up of Project Quality Objectives and requirements

Checking and Reviewing all QA/QC documents such as reports and records

Review NDT procedures

Review of welding-related deliverables including WPSs, PQRs, WQTRs & Welder Certificates

Review and verification of Material Certificates and follow up of material traceability system

Checking Material Receiving with NUROL Material Controller& Reviewing of Material Receiving Inspection Report(MRIR) against Material Certificates, Purchase Order and applied code of practice

Perform weld visual inspection for produced welds.

Witness and verify NDT activities in accordance with the applied codes of practice

Perform RT films Interpretation and check NDT Contractor performance.

Checking the quality and performance of equipment and instrument by monitoring calibration and validation

Performing QA Technical Audits internally and for contractors periodically to ensure compliance with project QA procedures and to ensure that all the inspections are carried out as per ITP and are documented promptly.

Working client inspector for Welding and Fabrication inspection of steel structures

Performing Material/ Receiving inspection and review of all material certificates as per codes and client specification.

Witness of PQR welding as per proposed WPS

Witness of PQR mechanical testing and verifying the results with codes and client specification

Review of WPS, PQR and witness Welders Qualification Test as per approved WPS.

Review of Welders certificates

Performing Fit-up inspection, verifying joint no., isometric no., alignment, etc

Surveillance of surface preparation/Garnet blasting and witnessing painting/coating WFT & DFT checks and also reviewing Nurol QA/QC Dossiers(Fabrication Reports) and Project Deliverables.

Monitoring welding parameters as per approved WPS during surveillance inspection

Performing welding visual inspection and review weld history sheet

Witness NDT activities and review NDT reports

QHSE Executive II, Drilling Operations Onshore Qatar Scomi Oiltools(Cayman) Ltd

July 2013 – April 2014

Dukhan, Qatar

Project: Drilling Fluids and Engineering Services to Qatar Petroleum/Gulf Drilling International Client: Qatar Petroleum

Responsibilities:

Implementation, effective communication and awareness of IMS within company and vendors.

Prepare/Review procedures and work instructions. Identify areas for improvement and educate drilling team on IMS requirements.

Manage Non-Conformity Reports (NCRs), Corrective Action Requests(CARs) and other Non-conformities reported via Stop Cards.

Plan and conduct regular surveillance internal (site, yard/base and store) and external audit/sub-contractors.

Ensure/prepare KPI by monitoring and evaluating quality reports.

Establish Rig condition survey and liaise with COMPANY-approved TPC for certification ofequipment as hoisting, pressure control/wellheads, lifting, mast/Derrick structure, subsurface, tubular, etc and ensure all applicable standards/codes are in line.

Monitor and follow up inspection/tests and certification and mobilization/de-mobilization schedule of tools. Ensure availability of certificates/standard at base and rig site.

Ensure Quality of equipment and tools by QA/QC support to workshop and vendors’ for maintenance, major repairs/Upgradation and service & inspection like NDT, Hydrotest, Load test, etc.

Uphold Process Asset Integrity Management & Operations via scheduled inspections, verifications and certification/Re- Certification of equipment.

Inspection of materials and documentation, liaise with vendors for work specifications

Review vendor documents, prepare Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs) and conduct procedure and welder qualifications and liaise with TPI/TPC for PQT and WQT.

Carrying out Risk Assessments.

QA/QC Manager, Qatar

Ahmed Baraka Contracting, Qatar

Dec 2012-June 2013

Pearl Qatar.

Project: Pearl Qatar Project

Client: Porto Arabia

Responsibilities:

Attending FAT at vendors workshop and witnessing subcontractor audits

Coordinating MRIR for HVAC and MEP equipment arriving at site

Coordinating the installation works inspections by liaising with client.

Developing QA and QC procedure including PQP, Inspection and Test Plan, Method Statements, Work Procedures, TDRs, TQs and PVLDRs and reviewing same documents from subcontractors.

Issuance of NCRs/CARs to vendors and subcontractors, managing client’s non-conformances and maintaining records.

Conducting quality trainings and inductions for workforce

Attending weekly progress meetings and requesting Quality and Technical meetings to resolve all QA/QC issues including comment resolutions, incorporating client's specifications/Quality requirements and Datasheet in the Material Approval Requests

(MARs) for the procurement packages

Attending/witnessing of all Factory inspections (FAT) and certifications with TPI/TPCs in vendor facilities.

Coordinate site and workshop related inspection activities with contractors and assign adequate inspection resources to effectively measure conformance to requirements.

Having regular meetings with client to resolve all Quality related issues.

Participate in client’s audits

Developing QA and QC procedure including PQP, Inspection and Test Plan, Method Statements, Work Procedures, TDRs, TQs and PVLDRs and reviewing same documents from subcontractors.

Issuance of NCRs/CARs to vendors and subcontractors, managing client’s non-conformances and maintaining records.

Conducting quality trainings and inductions for workforce

Attending weekly progress meetings and requesting Quality and Technical meetings to resolve all QA/QC issues including comment resolutions, incorporating client's specifications/Quality requirements and Datasheet in the Material Approval Requests

(MARs) for the procurement packages

Attending/witnessing of allQC Factory inspections (FAT) and certifications with TPI/TPCs in vendor facilities.

Coordinate site and workshop related inspection activities with contractors and assign adequate inspection resources to effectively measure conformance to requirements.

Having regular meetings with client to resolve all Quality related issues.

Participate in client’s audits

etc.

QA/QC Inspector (Client Representative)

SHELL PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OF NIGERIA (SPDC) Aug.2011 Nov.2012

Rivers State/Bayelsa State

Pipeline Project: Soku Gas Plant San Barth Manifold Pipeline Project Client: Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC) Responsibilities:

Assigned to Quality and Integrity department QA/QC onshore activities. Monitoring and ensuring that the relevant Method Statements, ITPs and Procedures are in line with Project Quality Plan and being followed through-out the Project Life Cycle. Participate in Inspections/Surveillance visits/Audits of Contractors, Sub-contractors, Vendors Manufacturers/Suppliers/TPI/TPC activities and processes, in line with the approved documents. Identify observed Non-Conformance and report to Sr. QA/QC Engineer for issuance of NCRs, CARs, QORs, Technical Deviations, as necessary. Carry out verification at Sites of Contractors personnel Qualification Records, certifications, IDs, etc and ensure personnel are performing their Welding, NDT, painting, etc activities within their qualification ranges. Provide site QC reports to Sr. QA/QC Engineer for Daily and Weekly Reviews. Welding QC Supervisor (Client Representative)

Total E & P Nigeria Limited, Port Harcourt

July 2009 Aug. 2011

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Pipeline Projects:

Emergency Gas Supply to PHCN Power plant at Alaoji

OML-58 Upgrade Phase 1(O.U.R Gas Pipeline Project)

OML-58 Upgrade Phase 1(Northern Option Pipeline, NOPL Project) Client: TEPNG PLC

Responsibilities

Reviewing the documents(Drawings, Welding Procedure Specification(WPS), Welder Qualification Records(WQR)and Continuity Records and Project Specification) related to the work and checking for approval status. Direct liaison and interface with QA/QC department of EPCC Contractor. Checking pipe size, thickness and surface condition prior to fit/fit up as per the project specification and approved ITP. Monitor the welding activities as per project specification and witness the necessary inspection control points as approved in the ITP. Follow up and witnessing the Visual inspection of welds NDT, Hydrotest& Painting as per the project specification and ITP and ensure their release upon approval. Review of test packages and issuance of punch points for clearance. Participate with the TEPNG in Construction surveillance, walkthroughs and audits and issuance of Quality Observation Reports, NCRs and CARs, Reviewing test packs, fabrication dossiers, etc.

Welding QC Inspector, Nigeria

Weltek Nig. Ltd

Oct. 2008 June 2009

Niger Delta Eastern Swamp(OFFSHORE)

Project:

Cawthorne Channel Further OilDevelopment Project:

Flow Station Expansion from production capacity of single train(30 mbd) to double train flow station(2 30mbd)

Piling and extension of the existing flow station platform and installation of various production skid-mounted vessels and equipment, Instrumentation etc.

Client: Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC) Ltd Duties &Responsibilities:

Generating QC reports for Material Receiving Inspection and Traceability, Dimensional Inspections, Weld Map, Fit-Up inspections, weld visual examination, Non-Destructive Test and Post Weld Heat Treatment

Conducting welder/welding operators’ performance qualification and liaison with TPI/TPC for inspection and certification.

Coordinating Welding Procedure Qualification and liaison with TPI/TPC for witness inspection and certification.

Reviewing the test certificate of the consumables as per ASME Sec II c

Project welding consumables receiving inspection and verification.

Surveillance inspection during welding including weld parameters/as-run conditions, inter-pass temperature, weld bead profile/electrode weaving, baking of electrodes and control of electrode/filler wire according to WPS.

Final welding visual inspection for defects and weld profile.

Checking joint fit-ups and surface condition prior to welding

Issuance of NDT Requests and making reports

Preparing and Reviewing test packs

Coordinating calibration of welding equipment

Etc

QC Inspector (Materials), Nigeria

Delattre Bezons Nig. Ltd

Nov. 2005 Aug. 2008

Bonny Island, Nigeria(OFFSHORE)

Project: NLNG train6 OSBL Storage tank Project:

Engineering, Procurement and Construction of 1 85000 m3 LNG Tank; 2 65000m3 LPG Tanks and 1 36000m3 Condensate Tank

Installation of Gaslift manifolds and tie-in to the gas sales manifold Client: Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas(NLNG).

Duties &Responsibilities:

Making sure that necessary approvals exist for the materials to be used and also rectifying the documents where necessary and resubmission for approval.

Checking through MTCs(Material Test Certificates) to ensure compliance of components with EN 10204 3.1

Making sure and Verifying that MTC includes as a minimum, chemical analysis, Mechanical Properties, Heat Number, Heat Treatment statement, NDT details, Impact values at required temperature(if required as per P.O), etc

Establish Traceability (Report) by verifying material identification as per MTC, Project specification, Material Specification & approved design drawings and correlating these to MTC by Heat Number.

Review of Weld Consumable certificates(Batch certificates) as per WPS

Verify storage of welding consumables in compliance with Welding Consumables Control Procedure and Manufacturer recommendations with required temperature, humidity control, identification, labeling, etc and other appropriate measures.

Performing fit-up checks, dimensional inspection, etc as per approved drawings.

Review and Approval of NDE procedures as against project specification, approved drawings and applicable standards.

Verifying that MTC states the manufacturer’s name and location.

Preparation of Material Traceability Reports

Raising Material Receiving Inspection Requests (MRIR) to client and resolving comments to secure the necessary approvals.

Raising Technical Deviation Requests when contractor cannot meet client’s requirements in the project specification.

Reviewing General Arrangement Drawings, IFCs, Isometrics, etc for material specifications. Maintenance TechnicianII, Nigeria

Wilbros Nigeria Ltd.

March 2003 July 2005

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Projects: Various Piping, Pipeline construction & Rehabilitation projects, Equipment maintenance and Installation works. Responsibilities Overview:

Pipeline, Stationary and rotating equipment facilities maintenance, rehabilitation and repairs, Leak survey, integrity inspections, welding/fabrication, NDT, corrosion control, Painting, etc EDUCATION B.Eng. Tech MATERIALS & METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING

Federal University of Technology, Owerri

Dec. 1999-Nov.2004

PROFESSIONA AFFILIATION Member, National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) Int’l PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAININGS

1. CSWIP 3.2.2(Senior Welding Inspector-- Level 3) (Sept. 2014) 2. ASNTLevel II (UT, MT, RT, PT & VT) (April- May 2014) 3. IRCA Lead Auditor --ISO 9001: 2015(QMS) (Dec 2013) 4. CSWIP 3.1(Welding Inspector Level 2) (May 24th 2013) 5. NEBOSH IGC – Feb 2013

6. Certified Manager of Quality and Operational Excellence(CMQ& OE) 7. Permit To Work System, Qatar Petroleum, Dukhan Fields (October 2013) 8. Basic H2S & BA training, EnertecQatar (Feb 2015) 9. Basic Sea Survival, EnertecQatar(Feb. 2015)

10. Modeling Pipeline and Utility Systems Using PIPENET Vision (Software Sept 2008).

11. Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)

SPECIFIC SKILLS 1. Corrosion Control, Materials and Welding

2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on teamwork and the ability to communicate and interact within a PMT

3. Proficient in MS Office and excellent communication skills 4. QMS Auditing

5. Workshop fabrication

6. Third Party inspection and certification

7. QC Inspection(Welding Inspection, Painting/Coating Inspection, NDT, etc), Inspection Co-ordination, client liaisons, etc 8. Good experience in Welding Inspection, NDTs, RT, UT, MT, PT, PWHT, Hydro Test and Final Documentation. 9. Good experience in independently handling EPIC Project Quality System and QA/QC Documentation like PQP, ITP, QCPs, Site

& Vendor Inspection Coordination and Dossier, etc

10. Knowledge of applicable codes/standards: ISO, ASME, API, ASNT, NACE, AWS, QCS, EN 10204 PERSONAL DETAILS Name : EcheAkumaNwoke

Date of Birth : April 27th 1982

Sex : Male

Contact Address : c/o Mr Cola Richards, RCS International, P.O.Box 9029, Doha Qatar

Phone : +974********

E-mail Address : **********@*****.***

State of Origin : Abia

Nationality : Nigerian

Marital Status : Married

Visa Status : Transferrable work Visa with NOC

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