Certified Welding and NDE Integrity Engineer

NAUMAN KHAN

Esslingen, ***** Germany +49-173-***-**** ***********@*****.*** WWW: www.linkedin.com/in/nauman-yousafzai-800644a2 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished Quality Lead & Welding NDE Integrity Specialist with 15+ years of international experience spanning automotive, energy, oil & gas, petrochemical, and shipbuilding industries. Expert in welding engineering, automation, and nondestructive testing with proven ability to implement ISO, ASME, API, and Aramco standards. Certified Project Management Professional

(PMP) and Risk Management Professional (RMP) with a strong track record of leading QA/QC programs, vendor audits, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Adept at root cause analysis, risk mitigation, and process optimization, consistently improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing safety. Recognized for driving cross-functional collaboration and delivering quality excellence across complex, high-value projects in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. CORE COMPETENCIES

Welding Engineering & Metallurgy

Welding Automation (Laser, GTAW, SMAW, MIG/MAG,

FSW, Stud Welding)

Nondestructive Testing (RT, UT, MT, PT – ASNT Level II)

Welding Inspection & Certification (CSWIP 3.1)

Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001, QMS, QHSE)

Fabrication & Pressure Vessel Inspection

Vendor Audits & Supplier Quality Management

WPS/PQR/WQT Development & Validation

Risk Management & Mitigation (PMI-RMP)

Project Management (PMI-PMP)

Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action (RCA)

Regulatory Compliance (ASME, API, Aramco, Lloyd's Register, BV)

Mechanical Integrity Assessment (vessels, exchangers, tanks, piping)

Shutdown & Turnaround Inspection Management

Safety & Compliance Enforcement in High-Risk

Environments

Training & Development of Inspection Teams

Process Optimization & Cost Reduction Strategies

Cross-Cultural Team Collaboration (Europe, Middle East, Asia)

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Improved Welding Compliance: Validated welding automation and processes per ASME IX & ISO 15614, achieving 100% compliance during ENBW Germany projects.

Strengthened Supplier Quality: Led vendor audits and supplier improvement initiatives at Jacobs/Worley (Saudi Arabia), reducing non-conformance cases by 20%.

Enhanced Safety & Reliability: Applied PMI-RMP frameworks to mitigate risks, improving project safety records and minimizing downtime in oil & gas projects.

Optimized Mechanical Integrity: Conducted inspections of vessels, exchangers, and piping at Element KSA, extending equipment service life and reducing failure incidents.

Elevated QA/QC Standards: Implemented ISO-based QMS/QHSE systems at Karachi Shipyard, improving audit readiness and reducing quality deviations by 15%.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Welding & NDE Integrity Consultant 10/2024 to Current Bonatti S.P.A

Verified welding processes, parameters, and inspection documentation to ensure compliance with ASME IX and ISO 15614 standards, improving reliability and adherence to global codes.

Conducted welding automation and robotic path inspections, validating accuracy and enhancing efficiency in production processes.

Implemented root cause analysis and corrective action plans to address welding deviations, reducing non-conformities and rework.

Collaborated with TÜV NOBO and client quality teams to secure process approvals, mitigate risks, and maintain project compliance.

QA/QC Specialist 02/2020 to 03/2023

Jacobs / Worley

Directed vendor audits and supplier quality improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with ISO, ASME, and Aramco standards.

Implemented project risk management frameworks (PMP/RMP), strengthening safety performance and reducing operational risks.

Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve quality deviations, preventing delays in equipment delivery.

Optimized supplier performance through corrective action plans, driving measurable improvements in reliability and cost efficiency.

Mechanical Welding & NDT Inspector 10/2018 to 01/2020 Element Material Technology

Led vendor audits and supplier quality programs, ensuring full compliance with ISO, ASME, and Aramco standards.

Applied PMP/RMP frameworks to proactively manage project risks, strengthening safety performance and minimizing operational disruptions.

Coordinated with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve quality deviations, preventing delays and safeguarding project timelines.

Enhanced supplier performance through corrective action plans, delivering measurable improvements in reliability, cost efficiency, and compliance.

QA/QC NDE Supervisor 05/2017 to 10/2018

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works

Oversaw automation-based welding operations, WPS/WQT approvals, and NDT activities to ensure compliance for the Ship Lift Transfer System.

Deployed ISO-driven QMS and QHSE programs, elevating quality assurance and safety standards across operations.

Partnered with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve quality deviations, averting schedule delays and securing on-time equipment delivery.

Enhanced supplier performance by enforcing corrective action plans, yielding measurable gains in reliability, compliance, and cost efficiency.

QA/QC Engineer 05/2014 to 12/2016

Descon Engineering Ltd.

Performed welding, piping, and pressure vessel inspections, ensuring full compliance with ASME, API, and client-specific codes.

Directed fabrication quality processes, reducing defects and rework through systematic oversight.

Designed and delivered structured training programs to enhance workforce welding and inspection skills.

Collaborated with project teams to resolve technical issues, strengthening overall quality and safety performance. Shutdown Inspection Supervisor 01/2014 to 03/2014

Descon Engineering Ltd.

Managed inspection activities during critical shutdowns, ensuring coordination between inspection and fabrication teams.

Maintained compliance with quality and safety standards under strict time constraints.

Refined inspection workflows to align with shutdown schedules without sacrificing compliance.

Supported cross-functional teams in overcoming technical challenges to achieve on-time project delivery. NDE Integrity Inspector 12/2011 to 07/2013

Inspectests Pvt ltd.

Supervised NDE inspection activities across industrial projects, ensuring strict compliance with standards.

Performed Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT), and Dye Penetrant Testing (PT) with precision.

Authored inspection reports highlighting findings and providing recommendations for corrective action.

Applied safety and quality protocols to maintain integrity and regulatory compliance in inspection operations. Quality Supervisor 09/2010 to 09/2011

Atlas Engineering Ltd.

Monitored and controlled stage-wise inspections from cast iron foundry through machining, ensuring precision and compliance with quality standards.

Conducted dimensional and metallurgical checks on automotive spare parts, reducing defect rates and improving reliability.

Implemented inspection protocols that strengthened process consistency and minimized rework across production stages.

Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality deviations, driving continuous improvement in manufacturing performance.

EDUCATION

BTech (Hons): Metallurgy & Materials Science, Welding Engineering TECHNICAL SKILLS

Welding & Fabrication Engineering – Expertise in multiple welding processes (GTAW, SMAW, MIG/MAG, Laser, FSW, Stud Welding) and automation systems.

Nondestructive Testing (NDT) – Skilled in RT, UT, MT, and PT inspections with ASNT Level II certification.

Quality Management Systems (QMS/QHSE) – Implementation and auditing of ISO 9001 and industry-specific QA/QC frameworks.

WPS/PQR/WQT Development & Validation – Designing, reviewing, and approving welding procedure qualifications and welder performance tests.

Project & Risk Management – Application of PMP and RMP methodologies for quality assurance, risk mitigation, and compliance in large-scale projects.

CERTIFICATIONS

PMI-PMP – Project Management Professional

PMI-RMP – Risk Management Professional

CSWIP 3.1 – Certified Welding Inspector (TWI Cambridge, UK)

ASNT Level II – Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing

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