Pathmanaban Kesavan

• Performed multi-discipline inspection activities
covering piping, welding, mechanical installation,
coating, pressure testing, and commissioning in
accordance with project specifications, approved ITP,
and international standards such as ASME, API, and
ISO.
• Verified material identification and traceability
including heat numbers, markings, and Material Test
Certificates (MTC) to ensure compliance with approved
material specifications.
• Conducted Positive Material Identification (PMI) for
alloy materials as per project and service
requirements.
• Performed fit-up inspections prior to welding, verifying
joint preparation, bevel angle, root gap, alignment,
cleanliness, and dimensional tolerances as per
approved WPS and isometric drawings.
• Monitored welding operations ensuring compliance
with approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS)
including control of preheat temperature, interpass
temperature, welding sequence, amperage, voltage,
and travel speed.
• Verified welder qualification records (WQT/WPQR) and
ensured welders were qualified for the applicable
welding process and position.
• Conducted visual inspection of welds (VT) during and
after welding to verify weld profile, penetration,
reinforcement, undercut, porosity, and other
discontinuities as per code acceptance criteria.
• Coordinated and witnessed Non-Destructive Testing
(NDT) including PT, MT, UT, and RT as per project
inspection requirements and reviewed NDT reports for
compliance.
• Performed dimensional inspections of piping spools,
assemblies, and equipment installation to confirm
compliance with approved drawings and tolerance
limits.
• Conducted thickness measurement and corrosion
monitoring using ultrasonic testing equipment where
required.
• Inspected threaded connections and flange
assemblies, verifying thread condition, flange face
finish, gasket installation, and bolt tightening as per
torque specifications.
• Witnessed hydrostatic pressure testing of piping
systems and mechanical equipment, verifying test
pressure, holding time, and leak tightness as per
project procedures.
• Performed line walk-down and line completeness
checks prior to hydrotest, verifying valves, supports,
blinds, vents, drains, and instrumentation connections.
• Conducted post-hydrotest inspections including
flushing, drying, and cleanliness verification of piping
systems.
• Supervised reinstatement activities such as removal of
test blinds, installation of valves, replacement of
gaskets, bolt torquing, and final tightening verification.
• Performed coating and painting inspections, verifying
surface preparation methods such as blasting in
accordance with SSPC and ISO 8501 standards.
• Measured surface profile and cleanliness prior to
coating application to ensure proper adhesion.
• Conducted wet film thickness (WFT) and dry film
thickness (DFT) measurements using calibrated
coating inspection instruments.
• Monitored environmental conditions including
temperature, humidity, and dew point during coating
application and curing stages.
• Inspected coated surfaces for defects such as runs,
pinholes, holidays, blistering, or peeling, and ensured
corrective actions were implemented.
• Witnessed mechanical equipment installation, verifying
alignment, leveling, orientation, and anchor bolt
tightening as per vendor specifications.
• Reviewed method statements, inspection procedures,
and quality plans to ensure compliance with project
quality requirements.
• Identified and documented non-conformities (NCRs)
and monitored corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintained inspection records, prepared daily
inspection reports, punch lists, and progress updates
for client and project management review.
• Verified instrument calibration certificates and ensured
all inspection and testing equipment were within valid
calibration periods.

• Coordinate with third-party inspection agencies to
schedule and facilitate inspections in line with project
requirements.
• Provide TPI inspectors with all necessary
documentation, procedures, and access for smooth
inspection activities.
• Witness pot life tests of mixed paints and ensure
application within the manufacturers specified time
limits.
• Perform surface preparation inspections using Whirling
Hygrometer, Dew Point Calculator, Testex Tape,
Surface Comparator (BS7079 & ISO 8503),
Hypodermic Needle Gauge, and other relevant tools.
• Conduct dust tape tests (ISO 8502-3), salt
contamination tests (conductivity meter), and
cleanliness checks for hand and power tool cleaning
methods.
• Inspect painting and coating applications using Wet
Film Gauges, Dry Film Thickness Gauges (Elcometer,
Magnetic Banana Gauge), adhesion testing tools
(Cross Hatch Cutter, Adhesion Dolly), Holiday Testers,
Pencil Hardness Testers, Tooke Gauge, and Mikro Test.
• Inspect blasting, painting, and coating systems for
wellhead and rig pipe components in both shop and
field environments, ensuring compliance with
specifications, inspection plans, and quality plans.
• Perform welding inspections, including visual
inspection of welds, dimensional checks, weld profile
and bead appearance assessment, weld size
verification, and review of NDT reports (MPI, UT, RT,
PT) to ensure compliance with codes and customer
requirements.
• Review TPI reports and coordinate with internal teams
to address nonconformities and close findings
promptly.
• Ensure compliance with API 6A, API 6RT, API 7-1, and
relevant industry standards, customer specifications,
and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of wellhead and Xmas tree
components, welding standards, and coating
requirements.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures,
inspection checklists, and documentation systems.
• Participate in internal audits and drive continuous
improvement in inspection and quality control
processes.
• Maintain accurate inspection and testing records,
reports, and certifications for customer and regulatory
submissions.
• Communicate inspection results, quality trends, and
recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Act as the primary quality contact for customers,
addressing inquiries and resolving quality concerns
promptly.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key
customers, including Cameron, Qatar Energy,
Halliburton, Aramco, PetroChina, and Kuwait Oil
Corporation, ensuring alignment with their quality
requirements.
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• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality
Management System (QMS) to meet industry
standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Establish and monitor quality control procedures,
inspection plans, and performance metrics for product
quality across manufacturing.
• Manage customer-owned property, ensuring proper
handling, storage, protection, identification,
traceability, and accurate transaction records.
• Compile, analyze, and present quality performance
data and KPIs to management, facilitating discussions
for continuous improvement.
• Define supplier quality requirements, conduct audits,
and collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues,
implement corrective actions, and enhance
performance.
• Maintain complete documentation of quality activities,
including audits, corrective actions, and performance
reports.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops to
improve employee skills in quality assurance and
control.

• Use SAP to manage inspection results, non
conformities, and corrective actions.
• Develop and apply incoming inspection sampling plans
for efficient and representative checks.
• Evaluate inspection results for acceptance, rejection,
or rework decisions.
• Lead supplier corrective action plans using 8D and
collaborate to prevent defect recurrence.
• Conduct supplier audits and work with suppliers to
resolve issues, improve quality, and reduce rejections.
• Manage metrology, including calibration and
maintenance of measuring instruments, and uphold
measurement standards.
• Apply quality tools such as 8D and Six Sigma to
analyze and resolve quality issues.
• Review and approve PPAP submissions for compliance
with customer and QMS requirements.
• Support ISO audits and ensure plant-wide adherence
to QMS processes.
• Interpret engineering drawings using GD&T and
conduct hardness inspections to verify material
properties.

• Prioritize production based on customer demand,
quality requirements, and schedules to ensure on-time
delivery of defect-free products.
• Lead production teams to follow quality standards,
aiming for zero defects and continuous improvement.
• Track Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), rework, and
rejection rates to identify trends and improvement
areas.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address
quality issues.
• Develop and maintain QA processes, inspection
checklists, control plans, and SOPs.
• Keep accurate, organized records of inspections, test
results, non-conformities, and corrective actions for
audits.
• Work with suppliers on quality requirements, conduct
audits, and support performance improvement.
• Review customer feedback, resolve complaints, and
implement measures to improve satisfaction.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply
chain teams to resolve quality issues and support
process improvements.
• Contribute to new product development, cost-saving
initiatives, and cross-functional projects from a quality
perspective.
• Cameron, FMC,
GE, Caterpillar, Alstom, Tata SPX, BMD,
Emerson, Xomox.