RESUME

S.CHIDAMBARAM
Mobile: +91 9952100691

E-Mail:

schidambaram87@gmail.com

Seeking assignments QA/QC for EPC & Mechanical Projects with an

organisation of high repute.
PROFILE SUMMARY
A dynamic professional with more than 6+ years of experience of QA/QC in EPC
Projects
I have 6+ years working inspection experience in PIPING FABRICATION,ERECTION, STORAGE
TANK FABRICATION, WELDING, NDT, QA/QC, MECHANICAL EQUIPMENTS AND PAINTING JOBS
(QA/QC activities, inspection, supervision & coordination), in large international major
construction projects. (PETRO-CHEMICAL, CHEMICAL, OIL, GAS, POWER PLANT & PIPELINE
Projects).
Ensuring all quality control as per company established procedures, functions of the project
within the guidelines of the project procedures and project specific quality documents. Ensure
that quality control systems are implemented and maintained in accordance with the defined
project standards and specifications. Foresee action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance. Review the preventative actions recommended in non-conformance reports,
follow-up and verify corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of nonconformities. Initiate
record and provide solutions for quality problems. Ensure that all QC personnel including subcontractors follow the quality control system. Carry out inspection surveillances on subcontractors premises. Expedite and review the preparation of ITPs and Field Inspection
Procedures.

QUALIFICATION & TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Anna University)

CSWIP-3.1 Certification as Welding Inspector (TWI ,UK)
Ultrasonic Testing (ASNT Level-II)
Radiography Testing (ASNT Level-II)
Magnetic Particle Testing (ASNT Level II)
Liquid Penetrant Testing (ASNT Level-II)

ORGANISATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sep13-Till date
Sep-12- Aug-13

M/s Thiraviam Engineering Pvt.Ltd. Tuticorin as QC

Engineer for Fabrication & Erection.
Spiecapag Niugini Ltd -Papua new Guinea-Australia as

Feb-12- June-12

Project QA/QC welding inspector for Onshore Pipeline PNGLNG Project

M/S Abdul Aziz Ali Al Sudais, Saudi Arabia as a

QA/QC Engineer.
M/S APC System & Products Pvt Ltd, Bellary as

Dec-11- Jan-12

Site - Incharge.
Nov-10- Nov-11
June09-Oct10
Sep13-Sep14

M/s Malabar Erectors as QC Engineer for EPC-Coal Handling Plant

(Thermal -Power Project) Fabrication & Erection
MM Gears-Manufacturer of Gear Boxes Coimbatore, as Production
Engineer
:

M/s Thiraviam Engineering Pvt.Ltd. Tuticorin

Designation
:
QA/QC Engineer
Highlights:

Managed, inspected the sub-contractor for the diesel oil and water storage tank
fabrication, erection, welding, hydro-testing, painting, piping and final box-up.

Conduct inspection of materials identification and traceability, welding works in piping,

tanks, structural steel at fabrication and erection. Monitor the welders performance and
welding joint history With reference to project specification and codes.

Witness welding procedure qualification record (PQR) and welder procedure qualification
(WPS). Review welding procedures and welder qualification records for conformance to job
specifications and requirements of codes(ASME IX)

Conduct fit-up inspections and welding visual inspection of piping, tanks and structural
steel as per approved Welding procedure specification.

Perform/witness NDT (RT, UT, PT, and MT) work by subcontractors and review/evaluate
radiographs and post-weld treatment (PWHT). Keeping records of NDT performed as per
ASME V and client specification

Confirm and review final inspection records prepared by vendors/subcontractors and

signature of the inspectors

Prepare all Q.C. documents for turnover packages to be submitted to the client at the final
stage of the project
:

Spiecapag Niugini Ltd -Papua New Guinea

Designation

Client

Project QA/QC welding inspector

Exxon Mobil

Feb12-June12
Designation

:
:

Sep-12- Aug-13

Australia
Highlights:

Conducted Revival Analysis of the welding and welders performance.

Conducted surveillance of welding equipment calibration.

Handled welding consumable storage, maintained certification and traceability.

Ensured correct setting of welding parameters and material verification.

Marked heat transfer records on each spool.

Material Inspection Visual, Test certificates

Conducting welder qualification tests, preparing & reviewing of WPS, WPQ, and PQR with
respective codes ASME, and AWS.

Visual inspection of weld joints, checking of weld preparation, checking of root pass, fill up
& final welding, welder No., and checking the requirement of preheat and pwht.

Witnessing nondestructive testing methods (UT, MT, PT) and destructive testing methods
like tensile test, bend test, chirpy test and appraisal of inspection reports

Deployed In 8 & 32Main Line Manual Welding, Front End, Back End, Tie-in Welding.

Piping Thickness survey for corrosion monitoring

Visually inspection of fit-up and welded joints during repair.

Monitored welder performance & corrective action

Preparation of dossier records and submitting it to the higher authorities for the approval.

Maintaining Of all records and documenting It for ready perusal

organized weekly safety training for all field and technical staf

Prepared risk assessments and Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

Resolving any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise.

Project
Molding Plant

M/S Abdul Aziz Ali Al Sudais, Saudi Arabia

QA/QC Engineer (Mechanical)
:Fabrication, Erection and Installation of Brick

Highlights:

Controlling contractors and subcontractors mechanical and structural works.

Plans and schedules overall QA/QC activities.

In process and Final Inspection of mechanical & structural jobs carried out at site/yard in
coordination with Client/Third Party Inspector.

Prepare ITPs to be used for conduct of inspection and testing

Monitoring of the quality of raw materials especially the pipes, structural such as beams,
channels flats, Equipments
Coordinate all material receipt inspections and review all material certification and testing

Dec11-Jan12
Designation
Client

M/S APC System & Products Pvt Ltd, Bellary

QC Engineer

:
:
:

KPCL

Highlights:

Planned, managed and deployed resources and equipment

Managed material inventory and maintained traceability.
Established WQT, WPS and Welders and maintained them.
Ensured inspection and calibration of welding equipments
Maintained liaison with client QA/QC Inspectors.
Maintained liaison with NDE Specialist, maintained NDE records and reports.
Supervised fabrication of structural steel members and erection activities on site.
Trouble shooting during fabrication and erection activities.
Ensured that all site crew follows work as per safety requirement.
Prepared inspection records and reports.
Maintained liaison with client HSE Manager for any safety concern

Nov10-Nov11
:
Designation
Client
:
Project
Highlights:

Responsible for planning &

Fabrication) in TTPS (2 x 600

:
:

M/S Malabar Erectors, Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu

Site Engineer
Coastal Energy Pvt. Ltd.-Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu.
2x600 MW CHP-Thermal Power Plant

site supervising work for coal handling projects (Structural

MW Plant), Tuticorin,Tamil Nadu

Receiving drawings, materials and updating the receipts

Reviewing the WPS, WPQR and implementing it on site.
Bevel edge preparation and checking the calibration of the welding machines
Conducting welder qualifications as per standards and monitoring them.
Checking the marking and identifying the materials before cutting.
Dimensional check of structure prior welding
Preparing and maintaining the in process inspection records.
Preparing after inspection records with clients and getting it authorized from them.
Preparing monthly RA bills and submitting it to the contractor for approval.
Making sure the tonnage of measurement sheets to that of drawing.

June09-Oct10
Designation
Project
Highlights:

:
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:

M/s MM Gears (P) Ltd. Coimbatore- Tamil Nadu

Q/C Engineer

Manufacturer of Gear Boxes

Mainly to handle a team of members and allocating work to them.

To put setting work for the desired work piece to be machined
Preparing and maintaining the in process inspection records.
Preparing after inspection records with clients and getting it authorized from them
To make corrective action in the coordinates given by CNC
To perform corrective action.
Preparing a despatch plan and acting accordingly.

PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth

: 31-Mar-1987

Languages Known : English, Hindi, and Tamil.

Passport No
: H0535886,
Date of Issue: 23/09/2008;
Date of Expiry
22/09/2018
Permanent Address: 106k/35A, Chinnamaninagar, 5th Street, Millerpuram, Tuticorin - 628008
Location Preference
: Anywhere
Salary Drawn (abroad)
: 2800 USD
Salary Expected
: Negotiable
Place:
Faithfully,
S.Chidambaram

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