Arvinthkumar Ramanathan adhu9g@r.postjobfree.com rarwinth88

Registered Sr. Welding Inspector +91-994******* Salem, India.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Over all Experience: Strong academic background with 10 years of work experience in Welding Inspection activities in Oil and Gas Field which included Onshore / offshore experiences.

Aramco Projects: 3 years of Working Experience in SAUDI ARAMCO Projects as a TPI Welding Inspector.

Specialization: WPS & PQR Preparation for various material grades and types according to international code Requirements.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

CSWIP 3.2.1 -Level III Registered Senior Welding Inspector Certificate # 113049

API 577 Welding Inspection & Metallurgy Certificate # 70537

ISO 9001:2015 (IRCA Approved) QMS Lead Auditor Certificate # TVEQ0225410

SNT-TC-1A Level II - PT, MT, RT, RTFI.

SEMINAR & WORKSHOP ATTENDED

Participated in Pressure Vessel Equipment Training ASME Sec VIII Div.1 Ed.2019 Conducted by The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company.

Conference – Attended National Level Conference on Advances in Welding and Material Processing at PSG College, Coimbatore, India.

Participated in Technical Seminar and Workshop on High Precision Arc Welding Technology Sponsored by Ministry of Economy Trade and Industry, Japan Organized by Confederation of Indian Industry, Chennai.

Participated in One day Welding Course on Welding Processes and Technologies conducted by Indian Institute of Welding, Chennai.

ACADEMIC CERTIFICATION

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 2007-2010

Anna University, Mahendra Engineering College, Namkkal, Tamilnadu, India.

First Class with Aggregate of 71 %

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 2005-2007

DOTE, Paavai Polytechnic college, Namakkal, Tamilnadu, India.

First class with honors and aggregate of 81 %

CORE COMEPTANCY

Preparing technical reports and quality reports while reviewing destructive and non – destructive test reports. Proficient at interpreting various related codes such as ASME IX, B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, API1104 & AWS D1.1.

Admirable experience in working on a complex construction site as a TPI Inspector.

Sound knowledge of the welding processes, procedures, materials.

Familiarity with welder qualifications, materials, and the limitations of weld testing.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERINCES

Since Apr’19 RSA Turbo tech private limited., Bangalore.

Position: Assistant Manager -Quality Control / Welding Engineer

Projects Handling: 1. Dry Gas Seal Skid –Filter & Control Skid for Compressor Units

2. Lube Oil Systems

3. ASME ‘U’ Stamp – Pressure Vessel.

4. Interconnecting Piping for CRC, PRC & BRC Compressor unit for HPCL Mittal Energy.

Major Clients: BHGE, EIL, Elliot Group, Atlas Copco, John Crane, Kobelco

Roles & Responsibilities

Developing new welding procedures according to International code requirement based on design engineer recommendations.

Control of welding process as per applicable WPS & PQR requirements. Have been experienced and well versed with the codes like AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX. Monitoring and expedition of NDT requirements. Review of Weld Map, Welding Schedule.

Preparing and maintaining of welder’s performance qualification test record and welder performance continuity log.

Interpretation of the Radiographs as per the approved procedures and the relevant international acceptance standards.

Preparing TDC for Welding consumables.

Review plans to determine tools and equipment required for welding throughout the project.

Investigate resources to ensure welding operations stays within budget.

Dec’17 – Jan’19 Astron Certification Services (Kuwait).

Project: Kuwait International Airport – Passenger Terminal II Construction

Client: Ministry of Public Works.

Main Contractor: Limak İnşaat Kuwait

Sub-contractor: Temsan Construction and Machinery Industry

Position: TPI-Inspection Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Review of Inspection & Test Plan, Material verification, all stages of inspection, Dimensional inspection, Welding inspection, Final visual inspection.

Carrying out inspection of fabricated items for roof structures with respect to ITP and Fabrication of ESW – Electro Slag Welding Processes, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW. Code & Standards Used: AISC-303, AISC 360, AWS D1.1.

Fit-up Inspection: Inspection of the fit-ups in the in-process stage with respect to visual, dimensional and orientation compliance as per the approved drawings and specifications.

Material and welding consumable inspection: Inspection of raw material as per procurement order (P.O.) and reviewing of mill test certificate (MTC) and related procurement documents for traceability and conformance to mechanical /chemical properties in accordance with applicable Codes & standard.

Control of welding process as per applicable WPS & PQR requirements. Have been experienced and well versed with the codes like AWS D1.1, Monitoring and expedition of NDT requirements. Review of Weld Map, Welding Schedule.

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Jan’15 – Oct’17 Fugro-Suhaimi Ltd., Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

[Saudi Aramco Approved TPI Inspection Services]

Project: Maintain Potential Facilities offshore long term Agreement.(WASIT)

Client: Saudi Aramco, Main Contractor: Saipem / Snamprogetti.

Position: Senior Welding Inspector

Roles & Responsibilities

Representing Owner/Client and Witnessing and endorsing the establishment of Welding Procedure Specifications.

Preparing WPS and qualifying welders based on the approved WPS through Welder Qualification Tests Ensuring that works carried out were as per Client specification and agreed Codes and Standards (SAES, ASME IX, API 1104, AWS D1.1), Carrying out Source/Material Inspections.

Witnessing and verifying inspection and testing as required / as per approved ITP (NDT, mechanical test, calibration of equipment etc).

To make sure that all welding works were carried out in good practice and as per approved welding procedure specifications and drawings.

To carry out visual inspection on the finished weld and in-between passes of the welding &diagnose and report the findings as per accepted Codes and Specifications.

Jul’12 – Jan’15 Imperial Trading & Contracting Company WLL. Doha,Qatar.

Position: QC Engineer

Project : NDIA – New Doha International Airport, CONSTRUCTION OF 4 NEW ASGHAL SCHOOLS IN DOHA, Fabrication and Erection of Multipurpose Sports hall & Assembly Hall.

Description Of Work : : Fabrication and Erection of Car Rental Facility structures.

Client : NDIA, ASHGHAL ( Public Work Authority Qatar Govt.)

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsible for inspection of fabrication, welding and installation of Structural Steels as per the Approved QCP/ITP, AWS D1.1 section.

Dimensional check, Fit-up, weld visual and NDT Inspection for Structures as per Codes and standards.

Preparing inspection reports for Fit up & Welding Inspection.

Review of inspection and Test plan (QAP) per QC-Procedure, Client Specification and Approved Drawing.

Monitoring welder Qualification and coordinate with TPI Agencies for NDT testing.

Preparing Quality documents to every inspection stage.

To conduct all required tests in accordance with contract documents and to prepare fill in & sign all the documents as necessary for the compliance with Contract Quality Standards.

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Jul’10 – Jun’12 Mark Acoustic Enclosure PVT Ltd. Coimbatore, Tamilnadu.

Position: QC Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Understanding and interpreting various complex drawings.

Records, organizes and evaluates test results and generates Inspection reports & monitoring welder performance level.

Carrying out random/full inspection to ensure fabrication works were as per Project Specifications, IFC drawings and in good practice.

Welder approvals: Verifying that adequate and valid welder approvals are available, and that only approved welders are used in production.

Material Inspection: Verifying incoming materials against MTC and markings and required certification were done and preparing inspection reports

Reviewing Final Documentations and Issuing Release Notes or Inspection Certificates as required or applicable.

PERSONAL DETAILS

Nationality : Indian.

Language Known : Tamil, Hindi, English.

Date of Birth : 02 March 1988

Sex : Male

Marital Status : Married

Father Name : Ramanathan.K

AFFIRMATION

I do hereby declare that the above given statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.

Place & Date: Bengaluru,11.09.2020 Signature

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