KUMAR RANGANATHACHAR

C-**-**, Palm Court, Brick Fields, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, E-mail: adq2uk@r.postjobfree.com

Phone No,+60-111******* ( Kuala Lumpur), +91-944******* (India), E-mail: adq2uk@r.postjobfree.com

Career Objective:

Result-oriented, proficient PLANT & PIPING ENGINEERING with more than 20 + years experience in piping design and knowledge of principles and practices of piping engineering, disciplined flexibility with excellent troubleshooting and the analytical talents to judge difficulties and offer expert on-site reliable solutions, willing to work in a responsible position to make a notable contribution in the field of piping engineering in an established organization.

Working permission: Malaysian Resident Pass – RPT/14201/TC/FLBBT19419-M/1, Valid: 3rd July 2023

Professional skills:

Well versed with the concepts and practices of piping engineering as well as methods of piping stress analysis for onshore/offshore oil and gas projects such as Floating production units (FPSO), production platforms (FIXED PLATFORMS), LNG production units, floating LNG vessels, petrochemical, chemical, and refinery projects.

Proposal management including a Cost estimate for Engineering, Coordination with Engineering disciplines, Submission of a techno-commercial offer as well as interaction with Clients.

Project Handover to Engineering with controlled budgeted man-hrs, hardware & software requirements once the project is awarded.

Comprehensive knowledge of the scope of work and budget of Piping Engineering and Design

Sound knowledge of piping materials and piping Industrial standards like ASME B & PV Code, ABS, ASME B31.3, and API codes & standards, UKOOA for GRE piping, NEMA SN23, EJMA

The piping systems analyzed using Codes B31.3, ISO 13623 & DNV OS-F101,

Knowledge of AIV/FIV Analysis using Energy Institute Guidelines ( EI), SAUDI ARAMCO STDs, BP.

Good exposure to piping stress analysis (using CAESAR- II ) of lines connected to the compressor, cryogenic piping, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, columns, pumps centrifugal compressors, turbines, air coolers, ammonia storage tanks, rack piping, fire heaters, GRE piping, offshore bridge piping, etc.,

Formulating and evolving the methodology for all the critical calculations & miscellaneous calculations.

Sound project management, organizational and interpersonal skills

Preparing basic stress analysis documents like job specifications, work instructions to be followed by engineers for stress analysis, specifications, and datasheets for procurement.

Sound project management, organizational and interpersonal skills

Develop the project piping classes for all process and utility piping material Specification, wall thickness calculation, etc.

Create a list and maintain data sheets for piping special items such as hose and hose coupling.

Compile the piping material requisition with all additional documents.

Software Skills & Expertise

PDMS ( design, draft, review)

SP3D ( review),

Navis Works review (freedom), SP3D review

CAESAR-II. Version 4.5,5.0,5.1,5.2,2011, 2013 and 10.00 2018, 2019, Auto Pipe

NOZZLE PRO 7 (finite element analysis for equipment nozzles), AutoCAD all versions

Exhaustive experience of all tools of MS office.

Educational Qualifications:

●Mechanical Engineering Graduate, Kuvempu University, 1998.

●Certificate course- Pressure vessel & piping design conducted by INS (India Nuclear Society) at BARC.

●Perusing MBA (OIL & GAS) from University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India.

Professional Experience:

MCDERMOTT ASIA PACIFIC SDN BHD, KUALA LUMPUR. MALAYSIA,

DESIGNATION: Principal Piping Engineer- Stress Lead

PERIOD: 12th March 2018 to date

PROJECT:

●Bul Hanine redevelopment project involves both offshore and onshore facilities.

●Gulf Coast Growth Ventures (GCGV) a joint venture of ExxonMobil Chemical Company (EM) and Saudi Basic Industries Corp (SABIC)

●MARJAN-D7068 Package 1- Project having 6 platforms and 12 bridges (Area lead)

Job responsibilities:

Preparation of design basis for stress as per the design codes, client requirements, etc.

Preparation of basic files (CAESAR II set up files) like a configuration file, unit files, master files, appropriate load cases, etc.

Formation of stress systems, marking in PID’s and inclusion in SCLL Stress analysis involving CAESAR II analysis in various sea storm conditions from operating to extreme conditions and during transportation.

Preparation of load cases, configuration files for the specific project.

Preparation of design basis for stress as per the design codes, client requirements, etc.

Calculation of wind profile, seismic co-efficient, snow loads, slug force, slug force spectrum, seismic spectrum, safety valve thrust forces, etc.

Selection of standard pipe supports, preparation of special supports, etc.

The piping systems analyzed using Codes B31.3, ISO 13623 & DNV OS-F101,

Knowledge of AIV/FIV Analysis using Energy Institute Guidelines ( EIG) & SAUDI ARAMCO.

Coordinated with 3rd party for AIV/FIV Study.

All other normal stress analyses including start-up, shut down, bypass, and other upset conditions.

NAUVATA ENGINEERING PVT LTD, BANGALORE

DESIGNATION: Senior Piping Engineer- Layout Group

PERIOD: 03 JAN 2017 to 10th March 2018

PROJECT: LEWPP-2, LIFE EXPANSION OF WELLHEAD PLOT FORM (ONGC) - FIXED PLATFORM

Job responsibilities:

Proposal/Pre-bid Engineering

Proposal management including a Cost estimate for Engineering, Coordination with Engineering disciplines, Submission of a techno-commercial offer as well as interaction with Clients.

Project Handover to Engineering with controlled budgeted man-hrs, hardware & software requirements once the project is awarded.

Develop the project piping classes for all process and utility piping material Specification, wall thickness calculation, etc.

Review and approve documents from vendors related to piping components.

Reviewing and finalizing Piping Deliverables such as Equipment & Safety Layouts, Piping & Support GAD’s, Piping, Valve & Specialty MTO’s, Isometrics, Special Support Drawings, Piping Weight Control Report, Tie-in register, Nozzle orientation of Horizontal/Vertical vessels, commenting on Vendor drawings.

Reviewing the inter-discipline documents/drawings like Process PFD’s, P&ID’s, Process Line List, Hazop / Hazid Drawings, Structural Framing drawings, Plating Drawings, Deck penetration Drawings, Equipment’s / Vessels/ Skid / Package Vendor drawings, etc.

Write Specifications for fabrication, shop and field testing, insulation, and Painting.

Aware of Piping Specifications, Valves, and Piping Specialty Item Datasheets, Pipe Wall Thickness Stress calculation, Stress Critical Line List, Flexibility analysis, Stress Analysis Reports, Demolition Drawings.

Create a list and maintain data sheets for piping special items such as hose and hose coupling.

Compile the piping material requisition with all additional documents.

TECHNIP GEOPRODUCTION (M) SDN BHD, KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

DESIGNATION: Senior Piping Stress Engineer

PERIOD: 11 DEC 2012 to 30th Nov 2016

PROJECT HANDLED :

●PFLNG-PETRONAS FLOATING LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS (LNG- FPSO)

●Ichthys LNG FPSO project, biggest liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects.

●KASAWARI- PETRONAS project, fixed platform

●RAPID-UIO-JV, PETRONAS REFINERY AND PETROCHEMICAL INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT (RAPID)

●SABHA SHELL PETROLUIM, fixed platform

●Onshore project detailed engineering: NGHI SON REFINERY AND PETROCHEMICAL, Vietnam Project.

Major responsibilities

Preparing basic Piping document like job specifications, work instructions to be followed by stress engineers for stress analysis, specifications, and datasheets for procurement.

Checking the stress calculations and report documents as per the design basis and code compliance.

Preparation of load cases, configuration files for the specific project.

Organizing & planning training: manpower requirements, assigning systems to area leads, receiving/reporting progress achieved, planning to schedule of IFC isometrics, checking, meeting, and training new engineers.

Job responsibilities:

Preparation of stress critical line list (SCLL) for the project.

Preparation of design basis for stress as per the design codes, client requirements, etc.

Preparation of basic files (CAESAR II set up files) like a configuration file, unit files, master files, appropriate load cases, etc.

Calculation of wind profile, seismic co-efficient, snow loads, slug force, slug force spectrum, seismic spectrum, safety valve thrust forces, etc.

Selection of standard pipe supports, preparation of special supports, etc.

Formation of stress systems, marking in PID’s and inclusion in SCLL Stress analysis involving CAESAR II analysis in various sea storm conditions from operating to extreme conditions and during transportation.

The piping systems are qualified for high cyclic conditions due to sea conditions against fatigue failure as per API PD5500.

All other normal stress analyses including start-up shut down, defrost bypass, and other upset conditions.

Checking and reviewing stress analysis done by junior stress engineers

Preparation of technical specification, bid analysis, bid discussion with vendors, preparation of order specifications, and technical recommendation of special piping elements like springs, expansion bellows, struts, etc.

NAUVATA ENGINEERING PVT LTD, BANGALORE

DESIGNATION: Senior Piping Stress Engineer ( Stress Lead)

PERIOD: 10 Sep 2011 to 30th Nov 2012

PROJECT: On deputation to IRAN for - PIRECO (petroleum industry research & engineering company)

Responsibilities Includes:

●Handle the tasks of designing calculations by using software and Pipe Stress methodologies to ensure that the designed product meets the specific requirements

●Responsible for preparing and maintaining cost-effective piping standards

●Assigned the tasks of reviewing the specifications and requirements of the piping project

●Handle responsibilities of reviewing isometric drawings and provide recommendations when required

●Handle the tasks of preparing layouts and detailed drawings of piping systems to meet project requirements

●Preparation of nozzle load verification sheets. review of piping force and moments on compressors, pumps, vessels, storage tanks, and heat exchangers as per API codes,

●Support selection from piping support standard & checking of special piping support.

●Preparation of the specification for spring hangers, spring supports.

SIDVIN CORE TECH (I) PVT LTD, BANGALORE.

DESIGNATION: Senior Piping Stress Engineer (Stress lead)

PERIOD: 11 June 2008 to 31st Aug 2011

PROJECT

●BALEIA AZUL SBM FPSO ESPADARTE (SBM OFFSHORE. HUSTON) - FPSO

●CAPIXABA (SBM OFFSHORE. HUSTON) – FPSO

●OKHA (SBM OFFSHORE. MONACO) – FPSO

Responsibilities Include other than mentioned in skills above:

●Preparation of basic files (CAESAR II set up files) like a configuration file, unit files, master files, appropriate load cases, etc.

●Good exposure to piping stress analysis (using CAESAR- II ) of lines connected to the compressor, cryogenic piping, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, columns, pumps centrifugal compressors, turbines, air coolers, ammonia storage tanks, rack piping, fire heaters, GRE piping, offshore bridge piping, etc.,

●Formulating and evolving the methodology for all the critical calculations & miscellaneous calculations.

●Proficient in piping engineering activities for Conceptual, FEED, Detailed Engineering and Design,

●Procurement and Construction of Offshore FPSO, FPU, FSO, MOPU, Fixed platforms (WHP & CPP),

● LNG, Refineries, HGU, DHDT Up-gradation plant, Low Sulphur Gasoline Unit, Sulfur Acid Recovery Unit, Modernization / Up-gradation of Alumina Plant, Toluene DI Isocyanide replacement plant.

● Managing a team of 10 to 15 experienced professionals with a mix of Senior Piping Engineers, Lead / senior pipe stress Engineers, Lead / Senior Piping Designers, and Draftsmen.

L&T-VALDEL ENGINEERING LIMITED, BANGALORE.

DESIGNATION : Senior Piping Engineer

PERIOD : 01 April 2006 to 15th May 2008

PROJECT

●OFFSHORE PROJECT NQ-RC OF ONGC, MUMBAI., FIXED PLATFORM

●ONSHORE project CAIRN ENERGY, RAJASTHAN, INDIA.

Responsibilities Includes:

●Review and approve vendor drawings, design calculations & other technical data.

●Prepare/review project stress design criteria and critical line list.

●Prepare, Check and approve all stress isometrics and reports.

●Perform stress analysis of piping systems by visual inspection, simplified, and Caesar II.

●Perform/review analysis nozzle loads of all pressure and reactor vessels, pumps, compressor, turbines, air coolers, heat exchangers, columns, furnaces.

●Asses piping loads on structure and pipe supports.

●Request for quotations (RFQ) from vendors and perform Technical bid evolutions (TBE)

●Coordinate with clients, vendors, and other engineering groups.

LINCOLN HELIOS INDIA LTD, BANGALORE

DESIGNATION : Senior Piping Engineer

PERIOD : 01 Jan 2001 to 30th March 2006

PROJECT: 1) BUSHAN STEELS, TATA STEELS, AND PAPER MILLS AND CEMENT INDUSTRIES.

Responsibilities Includes:

Coordinated with designers on the pipe routing, support types, and locations

Compiled and prepared stress analysis reports for project documentation and client submissions

Completed specification and PDMS catalogs review for piping material based on MITS-2 and PTS-R13

Created piping components, valves, instrument, and special piping items as per piping specifications and process and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) utilizing PDMS Paragon and skids modules

Designed pipe routing based on P&ID and Equipment Layout and prepared piping bulk MTO report

Executed routed pipe checking based on isometric drawings and PDMS model against P&ID, process line attributes, piping specifications, valves, and instruments operability.

YUKEN INDIA LTD, BANGALORE.

DESIGNATION : TRAINEE ENGINEER (Hydraulic system design)

PERIOD : 01 Oct 1999 to 31st Dec 2000

Responsibilities Includes:

Detailed piping engineering ( design calculation, MTO, fabrication drawing preparation)

Design of hydraulic systems safety inspection and checking of plant layout.

Preparation of hydraulic drawings, MTO, and standard component drawings.

Handling pressure drop calculation, line sizing, and heat transfer calculation.

Checking of components standards with that of international standards.

Personal Information:

Nationality: Indian

Date of Birth: 18th Oct 1975

Languages: English, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil

Reference:

Mr. Jailani soaidin – Ex HOD Piping, McDermott Asia Pacific Sdn bhd, Kuala Lumpur.

Mr. Praveen Kulkarani – HOD Piping, McDermott Asia Pacific Sdn bhd, Kuala Lumpur.

Mr.Manjunath Savakar - Principle Piping Engineer, Technip Energies, Kuala Lumpur.

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