Parthiban Kannappan
Mechanical Engineer – Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Testing & Inspection. +971********* (U.A.E)
**************@*****.*** +91-909*******, Passport No: Z4720597 Expiry : 19-Feb-2029, AGE : 31 Years
Mechanical Engineer with 10 Years’ experience in Oil and Gas & Power Plant Specialized in Inspection, Field Engineering, Project control & Technical Mechanical Estimates. Ensuring that the overall integrity of the Digitalization of asset management is Reliable.
Expertise
Construction & Turnaround
Static & Piping Integrity
Scope Management
Inspection/ Quality Management
Code of practice
ASME - SEC I, II, V, VIII, IX,B31.1, B31.3, B16 Series
API- 510, 570, 571- 579, API 580/581,660, 650, 653, 934, 941, 1104, 2201, IBR 2020 TEMA, NB-23, International Standards like ISO, EN, BS & DIN
Software Skills
MERIDIUM APM Frame work,
AutoCAD, MS Office,
SAP, Primavera P6
Academy Detail:
B.E Mechanical Engineering - First Class with Distinction (80%) - 2007 to 2011
M.N.M Jain Engineering College - Chennai. ( Anna University )
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS DETAILS:
Cert. No:
ISSUE
Expiry
API 580 Risk Based Inspection Certified Professional
99064
Feb-21
Feb-24
API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
96474
Sep-20
Sep-23
Competent Person for Inspection & Certification Of Boiler (Indian Boiler Regulation –IBR) by Central Boiler Board.
6022
Mar-20
Mar-23
API 570 Piping Inspector
89167
May-19
May-22
API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
82305
Jun-18
Jun-21
IRCA 9001:2015 Certified QMS Lead Auditor
ENR-0027406
Sep-16
-
Project Management Associate IPMA Level D
D15 4222
Mar-15
Mar-20
Certified Welding Inspector - CSWIP 3.1
87618/2
Jul-14
Jul-24
Equate EPPS Turnaround Permit Receiver
Refer ID
Jul-14
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ASNT Level II in RT, UT, MPT and LPT-82%
Refer Cert.
Feb-12
Feb-22
Internal Auditor ISO 9001& Welding Technology
Refer Cert.
Jan-12
_
WORK EXPERIENCE – 10 Years
Apr 2021 to Till
U.A.E- Dubai
Company Name : PRIME TECH ELECTRO MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT SERVICES(SP) LLC
Client Name : SIDEM VEOLIA / ADNOC & ALMANSOORI
Project Detail : 150 MLGD Desalination Plant / JEBEL ALI PILOT PHASE PROJECT - PIPELINE
Designation : QA QC In charge / Welding Engineer
Responsibilities :
Lead and manage the team and expertise to the overall Quality Management System, policies and standards to support proper and smooth execution of all Quality related activities in meeting the specified standards and requirements
Prepared & Qualified Pipeline WPS, PQR, WQT for API 5L X60 QS as per API 1104, B31.8 Requirements
To implement preventive measure and corrective action for non-conforming products.
Able to demonstrate implementation, documentation & monitoring experience in the development
Prepares and implements the project inspection strategy to cover all project phases
Feb 2021 to Apr 2021
Oman
Company Name : SULZER Chemtech Tower Field Service Pvt. Ltd.
Client Name : Oman LNG L.L.C (Sur, Oman)
Project Detail : EPC for De bottle Neck Project – ( Train 3 Turnaround 2021)
Designation : QA QC ENGINEER, Coordination : Engineering Inspection & Technology
Responsibilities :
Responsible to the installation Work of Propane kettle Expansion Ring, HIFI tray Leveling & Mist Eliminator Assembly accordance to the Drawing & Process condition.
Provide Workshop training to Welders & Technician to execute the work without deviation & rework.
Understanding the requirement of flawless procedure & controlling at site
Develop, document, and audit practices, program quality, and metrics reporting system
Feb 2020 to Apr 2020
Saudi
Skills/Knowledge
Effective communicator
Equipment Inspection
Differential hydro test
NDT Operations
ARAMCO Standard
Company Name : AXIS Inspection Ltd – Saudi, Client Representative
Client Name 1 : Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company Ltd ( YASREF )
Client Name 2 : Rabigh Refining & Petrochemical Company (PETRO RABIGH)
Project Detail : YASREF (Yanbu) & RABIGH Turnaround 2020 - Diesel Complex & Hydrocracker
Designation : Plant Inspector (API), Department : Asset Integrity Management Department
Responsibilities :
Responsible to Mechanical Pressure Equipment Integrity & Corrosion Mechanism
Extract & Verify Technical Data, Work Instruction, Familiar with Risk Assessments
Assist all Inspection Activities (Visual Inspection & NDE Planning) as per Inspection & Test Plans
Identify Potential Damage Mechanisms, Repair Recommendation, Consult with Subject Matter Experts, Prepare Reports & Upload, Ensure the Transfer of Data, Initial on Final Box Up Clearance
Executed Internal Inspection of fractionators/ Strippers Column / Tower & Reactors
May 2018 to Dec 2019
Kuwait
Skills/Knowledge
Contract awareness Verification process
Provision of Turnover
Shell D.E.P
Company Name : JGSK – GS Engineering & Construction Corp.(Joint Venture with Japan Gas Oil)
Client Name : M/s. Kuwait National Petroleum Company (KNPC) ; PMC: Wood Group
Project Detail : Fuel Clean project - Brown Field–Gas Oil Desulphurization Unit & Revamp
Designation : QC Inspector - Piping,Welding & NDE; Reporting to QA QC Supervisor
Responsibilities :
Prepared Reinstatement Management Plan & Mitigation Activities
Prioritize Work Package, Coordinated with subordinate inspectors & Arrange Inspection (RFI/NFI).
Reduce & scrutinize Client Project & Operation Punch with accordance to Project specification.
Performed as a lead for Category A & Reinstatement Punch Closing for Piping & Aligned systems Including (Pressure Relief Device), SS 347 Welding Inspection For Furnace to Reactor, Steam Tracing, and Coordinating with commissioning & Operation for PTOP, PSSR Clearance.
Jan 2018 to Apr 2018
Qatar
Skills/Knowledge
Inspection coordination
Flange Management
Relief Valve Program
Waivers
Company Name : Qatar National Facility Services
Client Name : M/s. Qatar Shell
Project Detail : Qatar GTL Shell Gas to Liquid Plant Turnaround-2018 –Liquid Processing Unit
Designation : Flawless Mechanical Coordinator – Area LPU; Reporting to Area Q- Lead
Responsibilities :
1.Ensure the Flawless program is implemented with regards to flawless walk down as per Shell DEP.
2.Performed Q-Captain Role, Attend Daily Meting, & Perform Inspection to achieve PSSR Clearance.
3.Understanding Inspection plan & Intervene With Flawless, Integrity, Turnaround & Operations Teams
4.Executed Flange Management Inspection & Documentation, External & Internal Inspection of Static Equipment (Vessel & Exchangers) & Pressure Relief Valve (PRDs), Repair of Piping System, Ensure Inspection Coverage, Data Gathering & Obtain Work Completion Initial from respective teams
Jul 2017 to Dec 2017
Kuwait
Turnaround
Skills/Knowledge
Pre Shutdown Work
Scaffolding & Permit
Dow Specifications
Company Name : EDAC ENGINEERING LIMITED – SABILA ALGHANIM - KUWAIT
Client Name : M/s. Equate Petrochemical Company (K.S.C.C).
Project Detail : Equate Ethylene Unit-2 Turnaround 2017 (Column, Vessel, Heater, Valves & Piping)
Designation : QA QC Engineer ; Reporting to Shutdown Manager
Responsibilities :
Data Collection from client & Identify the deviation from planning process & Inspection procedure.
Analyze the Turnaround scope & Prepare Package based on risk level & Inspection Scope
Establish systematic job plan & Supervision of an Inspection tasks to be completed on time.
Coordinate inspection and NDT contractors, within their assigned unit, to complete inspections and reviews inspections reports for accuracy & Update Status of Internal Inspection.
Oman
2 Years
Jun 2015 to Jul 2017
Oman – Project
Skills/Knowledge
Critical Lifting
Skills/Knowledge
Primavera
Business Plan
Skills/Knowledge
Construction Sequence
Tank Testing
Tank Calibration
Skills/Knowledge
Welding & Metallurgy
Piping Execution
Pumps Inspection
Company Name : EDAC Engineering Limited -Gulf Spic Oman L.L.C – Oman
Designation : Mechanical Engineer – QA QC ; Reporting to Project Manager
Client Name : M/s. Worley Parson(Oman Antimony Roaster Plant)
4th Project Detail : Shifting ( Relocating ) of Storage Tank ID 7.5 m x Ht11.5 m using 500T Crane
Responsibilities :
Understanding of Scope & Storage Tank Integrity, Preparation of Method Statement for Relocating
Explicit about an idea of 4-Point Spreader bar Principle & Working to M/s.Worley & Crane Providers
Executed Design & Inspection of 4-Point Spreader bar using Euler Principle. Including Project Bid.
Client Name : M/s. Petrofac (DUQM Refinery) & Daleel Petroleum L.L.C (PDO)
3Rd Project Detail : Construction Bidding for Fabrication, Installation of Piping & Storage tanks
Responsibilities :
Prepare commercial and technical proposals and multidisciplinary conceptual and definitive cost estimates for Capital & Operational Projects, Formulated Estimates, Submission of Bills.
Client Name : M/s. Wartsila Muscat L.L.C
2nd Project Detail : Musandam Power Plant – EPC of Diesel Fixed Storage Tanks – 21M ID x 14.5M hT
Responsibilities :
Participated in Engineering Procure Construct tendering and project execution phases
Establishing and execute project quality plan, (ITP), witness-points, quality records for compliance with contract. Submitted technical evaluation report for Distortion Deficiency Report
Client Name : M/s. VEOLIA – Sur Desalination Plant
Project Detail : Installation of Piping &Equipment (Static & Rotary), Structure & Piping –(SDSS)
Responsibilities :
Executed & Controlled of Super Duplex Piping as per stringent Veolia standard
Inspection of Foundation, Pump & Equipment Installation & Hydrostatic.
Qualified WPS, WPQ with add on G48 Corrosion Test, Macro & Prepared Method Statement.
May 2014 to May 2015
1 Year
Turnaround
Kuwait
Skills/Knowledge
Turnaround Work Process
Material Awareness
SAP & Maintenance
Permit & Proactive
On-Stream Inspection
Company Name : EDAC ENGINEERING LIMITED – SABILA ALGHANIM - KUWAIT
Client : M/s. Equate Petrochemical Company (K.S.C.C).
Project Detail : Equate Turnaround Ethylene Unit -1 2014 &Ethylene Glycol-2 2015
Turnaround maintenance of Column, vessels, exchanger, overhauling valves, piping works,
Designation : QA QC Engineer ; Reporting to Shutdown Manager
Responsibilities :
Responsible to Obtain a Reliability & Integrity Design & Testing Approval for Manifold, Hose, Valve Supports, Modification & etc.
Review the Job packages and arrest missing documents and checklists technical details etc.
Assist in development of quality system processes, i.e., records management and document control, control of electronic data, software development and control, etc
Ensured Work Order Inspection activities for each Package, Preparation of WPS, Welder Qualification & Allocation, GMISS Inspection Coordination, Attend Meeting, and prepare Dossier.
6 Month
Skills/Knowledge
Project Construction
Gap analysis
Tie-in & Coating
Renewal of ISO 9001, ASME – A, PP & R Stamp
Dec 2012 to Apr 2014
U.A.E - 1.5 Years
Project & Shutdown
Skills/Knowledge
. Spain Work Culture
Material Specifications
Shutdown Commissioning
Company Name : Gulf Spic Engineering L.L.C – EDAC group – U.A.E
Project Detail : EMAL / EGA Combined Cycle Power Plant. –Piping & Equipment Installation
Client : M/s. Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA) PMC: M/s. SNC-Lavalin
Designation : QC Engineer – Mechanical ; Reporting to JV- QC Manager & Project Manager
Responsibilities :
Develop and update Inspection Test Plan. Provide input for construction quality issues.
Provide direction in implementing Work or Test Packages/Inspection plans, Inspection, Witness and Hold Points, inspection and acceptance criteria and Startup Testing.
Perform Notification Request, internal audits to assess compliance to Standards and to the internal Quality System, including investigation, presentation of observations and findings, and reporting.
Apply sound systematic problem-solving methodologies in identifying, prioritizing, communicating, and resolving construction quality issues.
Project Detail : Shams1 World’s Largest Solar Power Plants –Modification & Installation Works
Client : M/s. Total, Masdar & Abengoa of Spain, Vogt Power Int., PMC: Foster Wheeler
Responsibilities :
Prepared Proposal in accordance with the client requirements & established a Costing plan per proposal
Performed clear basis of estimates and ensure the team execute this plan
Obtained Approvers from Management for Allocating Subcontractors, Temporary Facilities, Etc.
Participate in the improvement of the Subcontractor manufacturing process for existing products.
Review and approve Subcontractor work instructions, inspection documents, Bills of Material.
Prepared Drawing, Comparative statement. Review & submitting monthly progress report.
Supplied as Material Inspector to client and Responsible to Examine, quantify, sorting & issuing, updating as per client requirements.
Jun 2011 to Dec 2012
Chennai - 1.5 Years
Workshop
Skills/Knowledge
Fabrication & NDE
Documentation
Company Name : Edac Engineering Limited (Formely Spic Jel) – Chennai
Client Name : M/s. BHEL, WABAG, FORD, THYSEEN GROUP
Project Detail : Workshop: Supply, Fabrication, Testing of vessels, structural & ID Fan casing.
Designation : Trainee Engineer – Management
Reports to Sr. Quality Engineer & General Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensured all quality standards & Assurance Plan have been met. Performed Raw Material, in-progress and final inspection Includes (Pressure Testing & Painting).
Prepares all necessary forms and paperwork needed. Identifies all non-conformances and records and reports as necessary Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested
OVERALL ENGINEERING EXPEREINCE
QA/QC & RISK MANAGEMENT:
Ensure that all sources of flaws relevant to the project (Flaw List, Lessons Learned Registers and database, past Project Experiences) have been identified and investigated, and mitigation plans are in place and properly allocated within the Project team
Experience & Knowledge in quality management systems ISO 9001:2015, competence of testing and calibration laboratories ISO 17025
Review QA QC systems for hand-back to operation and check packs are allocated to appropriate system. Ensure System Completion Certificates are pre-populated. Attend Project Concern, Pre inspection Meeting & Kick Off Meeting
Prepared WPS, WPQ, Procedure, Work Order, & Raising, Closing & Checking NCR Status Performing CAR & PAR.
TURNAROUND & INSERVICE EXPERIENCE
Proven Experience in inspection and repair of Refining & Petrochemical Piping & Equipment
Performed Proactive & Post turnaround Works such as Painting, Insulation Effectiveness, Documentation, etc.
Arrange hot works Inspection resource based on Active / Suspect Damage Mode & History.
Quantification of Electronic permits, WPS Collection & Qualification, Qualify Welders, GMISS Internal & External Inspection of vessel & Column, Tray Inspection, Inspection of Exchanger leak Test, In-service Inspection Coordination & Identification of Location, Obtain & discuss Repair plan with client & Knowledge of degradation mechanisms (Fatigue, corrosion, HIC etc)
Require specialized skills in piping circuits and international standards including API, ASME VIII Div 1&2, ASTM, NACE, AWS, ISO 9001 standards inspection and international inspection codes and standards
Capability to stand in for the Mechanical Integrity Engineer when required
Provide technical support to the Asset Integrity team and guidance to site in submission of material for approval, Request for inspections etc. Contractor QC dossier, Post-TA closing report
Understanding Risk assessment, Risk HAZARD Analysis to avoid Damage mechanism & its Consequences.
Understanding & Reporting of Defect and Damage Mechanism of general Metal loss, Local Metal Loss & Gouge, Pitting corrosion, Blisters & Laminations, Weld Misalignment, dents & Shell distortion, crake like flaws, Creep damage & Fire Damage, SOUR
Ability to prepare Inspection plan & reports with recommendation for corrective action & Review reports & Repair plan with teams.
Prepare Electronic inspection reports with supporting data such as NDT reports and annotates photographs
Perform Internal Visual & NDT Inspection of Tanks, Column, Vessels Including Entering Confined space Entry & Provide Recommendation
Ensuring Damage mechanism Acc to API 571 & Repair Works to ASME PCC-1, PCC-2, and National Board requirements.
Inspection of Column tray installation, water fill test, alignment inspection, Flange face, Gasket Inspection.
Witnessing Exchanger Shell & Tube Test, Performing Internal Inspection for Vessels, Column & Tanks
Checking Flange management & Verifying Torturing & Tensioning Inspection.
Across Training session for LEO Line & Equipment Opening, Confined space, Elevated work, Sour Service, SCBA, and Hot Work.
Mechanical Equipment Installation Inspection - Static & Rotary Inspection
Getting Handover of foundation from civil contractor with presence of Client Using auto level by verifying coordinates & elevation.
Performing Pump Inspection includes checking of Pump Sizing, Foundation elevation, base plate level, Straight Edge, Soft Foot shim requirements, Shaft & Driver Angular & Parallel Misalignment Using Rim & face Dial Indicator before & After Grouting.
Perform Static Inspection Includes checking of Dispatch Clearance, Equipment Sizing & Tag No, Foundation, orientation, level, trial Assembly, Bill of materials, and Internals Arrangement after erection, Preservation.
Checking Coupling Gap using micrometer with manufacture recommendation or API 686.Inspected Vertical Pump Sole Plate inspection & Booster Pump Alignments Verifying setting out, vertically before & after tightening of bolts using Auto Level.
Check Concrete Surface preparation for grouting & Periodically conducting Compressive strength – 7,14,21 Days
Inspecting Pump grouting’s & Integrity of Pouring by performing hammer test & Checking cracking
Pump Wearing surfaces to be checked and recorded. All materials to be checked against test certificates or Vendor`s bill of materials.
Coordinated with Vendor & Client for Solo Run Test with Laser Optic alignment check
Controls equipment installation, alignment and leveling, Executed Welders Qualification, Receiving Inspection, Raising Inspection Notification (NFI/RFI), Equipment, Pump & Piping Installation Inspection, Grouting Inspection.
PIPING
Performing piping walk down inspection and completing punch lists. Verifying that punch list items have been dealt with in accordance with the contractual arrangements & Going through the scope of work and investigation on the site as per the drawing& Specification.
Implementing safety awareness to provide safe working environment and supervising during preparation of hydro testing
Ensure that pipe supports, hangers and guides have been installed in accordance with the piping drawings and the Prepare the QC documents for package movements and review of test packages. Punch list preparation and witness to close items A,B&C for piping
PMI, Reinforcement pad test and flush grinding of Orifice flange has been performed prior to final system pressure testing.
Understanding of Project milestone & Carry out Project Close Out ( Punch List Procedure )
Liaise with Site document controller, to expedite yards documentation and make sure all procedure are approved before starting the activities
Attend Weekly Status Meeting, Reporting Daily Inspection and Monitoring Progress to management.
WELDING & BONDING:
Carried out WPS, PQR, Bonding procedure & Across Material Details as follows :
oSA 516 GR 70, IS 2062 Grade B, SA 106 Grade B, SJ 355 J2, SS 304L, SS 316L, SS321, SS347, SS 410,
oAlloy Steel (P11, P22, P5), Duplex UNS S 31803, Super Duplex UNS S 32750, Inconel, ALLOY 800H( INCOLOY), HASTEALLOY
oNon Metallic - GRP, GRE, HDPE, PE PP, PVC.
oAcross services – Caustic, Amine, Hydrogen & Utility.
Complete visual inspection of welding before, during & after welding
Confirm all welding consumables are provided on a timely basis in accordance with Procedure
Ensuring that all welding and testing related records form a complete package and reflect in the As Built
Co-ordinate for preparing WPS, PQR and Welder Qualification test. Expedite all welding repairs and ensure timely completion.
Ensure all welders fully understand their roles and responsibilities prior to welding.
Checking proper preheating & inter pass temperature has been maintained prior &during welding.
ERECTION & RELOCATING OF ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK INSPECTION DETAILS
Erection : Type: Fixed roof Storage tank – API 650 Edition 13. Dimension – ID 21.6 X Height – 14.5 Meter
Verifying contractual and regulatory requirements are fulfilled and have maximized customer satisfaction and profitability
Inspection of Raw Material, Foundation, Oil Chalk Test, and Vacuum Box test, Welding, Alignment, Settlement, verticality, Roundness, Deviation, Flatness, Tank Calibration, Flushing cleaning Requirement, Auto level baseline checking etc.
Witnessing subcontractor Blasting, Painting, stenciling, calibration, etc.
Checks of levelness, position, orientation, anchor bolts, conduits, etc. of tanks foundation
Performs hydrostatic test of tank and measurement of pad settlement.
Witness the tests, controls and inspections, guarantee inspection status control for parts of the plant within his area of responsibility, authorizing their acceptance at quality control completion, obtain the relevant documentation and ensure the correct implementation of the approved Inspection Test Plan according to Client’s requirements.
TESTING & NDE EXPERIENCE
Across Testing Activities details as follows:
oHydro test Inspection for vessels, Piping & Storage tanks as well as with Chart Recorder experience.
oRF pad Test, Vacuum Box test, Pneumatic test, NDT – DPT, MPT, UT& RT, and Modern NDT – Bore scope, profile RT, IRIS,RFT,TOFD.
oTest – Tensile, Bend, corrosion test G 48, impact test, ferrite test, metallographic, hardness
oPump alignment, Argon & PPM Level Checking, UT Thickness gauging.
PMI report review & checking the chemical values as per project requirements & Radiographic film interpretation
FABRICATION SHOP EXPERIENCE
Performed QC Roles for Fabrication works – Interpret Drawing, Inspection Basics, Welding,WPS,PQR & WPQ, TPI Co-ordination,Audit, NDE,FMEA, Calibration, Painting, Documentation, & Learning Specifications for following Jobs
Rubber Lined Vessels ID 4.5 x Height 6 Meter, Under Carriage & Turn Table – 2.5 Meter, Chute – 2.5 Meter & Bent Monorail- 6 Meter
Lattice Crawler Boom, ID Fan Casing – ID 3.6 Meter, Boiler Drum Structure’s – Beams & Aligned Piping, Filter Tanks – 5 x 40 feet, E.O.T
DESIGN & PLANNING
Experience in Airline piping modification & heater duct modification, Fuel Access Recirculation Duct for HTF Heater & Booster Heater Furnace. Coordinating job technical & commercial activities to Client.
Prepare scope matrix sheet, Quotation, Offer, Invoice, Monthly summary, internal workout for management approval
Designing of Complex Temporary Support & Manifold regards to DOW Specification for turnaround activities.
Performed Design, Calculation & Inspection of 43Ton Four Point Spreader bar for shifting of 8mx 11m Storage Tanks Work.
ESTIMATION: (Mechanical Works – Fabrication, Storage tank & Piping)
Estimation of bill by Understanding of Pre-Feed Documents,Invitation to Bid (ITB) Plot Plan Meetings, Site Location, Visa Requirement Fee, Export data to Excel for further analysis, JV Partner Mindset, Freight Charge, Resource Available, Search and filter functions, Quotation, Meeting Transportation,, Estimate Hypothetical quantities, Market Progress,Negotiation, Manpower available, Equipment Requirements.
Developed estimation Bill sheet for Piping & Storage Tanks works with fully automatic function of V-LOOKUP, MATCH, INDEX, etc.
Implemented Spread out Sheet for PWHT time vs. thickness & Material and Determining Welding, Painting & Gas Consumables VS Thickness, Process, Material. Review estimates to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with defined scope of work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS –
Able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator.
Interest: Reliability & Maintenance, Metallurgy, Design & cooking, journals.
ACADEMIC DETAILS
Mini Project : DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF WIPER MECHANISM.
Project Undertaken : HYUNDAI, Title: Pass Ratio Improvement Chennai
In plant Training : VISTEON AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS INDIA LTD., CHENNAI 2009.
DECLARATION:
I hereby declare that the details furnished above are true to the best of my knowledge.
Parthiban.kannappan