Fahad Ahmad
Al Khobar,Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Summary
I'm a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for solving complex Inspection challenges. My credentials, including ASNT NDT Level III (MT & RT) certification, CSWIP Welding and Coating Inspector certifications, and API Inspector status, speak to my technical proficiency. Over the past decade at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery and Saudi Aramco approved vendor sites, I've applied my expertise to develop impactful Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), Project Execution Procedures, Welding procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification records(PQR) and Quality Manuals, ensuring project success while adhering to Saudi Aramco standards. My meticulous approach extends to my communication skills. I'm a gifted technical writer, capable of crafting clear and concise documents like Quality Dossiers, Project Execution Procedures, Inspection Test Plans, and Quality Manuals & Reports. This ensures transparency, knowledge transfer, and seamless project execution.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
INSPECTION ENGINEER (Saudi Aramco Approved)
ASTRON ARABIA LLC
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
09.2017 - Current
- Company Overview: Professional, Inspection and technical activities
- Performing various inspections at different Saudi Aramco approved vendor locations across the kingdom and OOK in the field of Welding, Blasting & Coating, Non Destructing Testing (NDT), Above Ground Storage Tanks, Vessels Inspection, Heat exchangers, Critical & Non critical coating Inspection, Valves & Fittings, Steel Structure & Pipes
- Review of technical documents which includes technical drawings, MTCs, Quality Procedures, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Inspection Assignment Packages, Focus Assessments at Vendor facilities, Quality dossiers, welding procedures and quality standards, facilitating continuous improvement initiatives & Pre-Inspection Meetings (PIM) etc
- Review qualified welding procedures in accordance with ASME, AWS, and ISO standards
- Review of KPIs at various stages of the project & participating in audits of the supplier's quality management system
- Collaborated with Vendor's design & manufacturing teams to provide input on weldability and manufacturability, thus reducing rework
- Monitoring the supplier's quality management system
- Assessing the effectiveness of the supplier's quality control procedures and documentation
- Verifying that qualified personnel and equipment are used for fabrication and testing
- Identifying and reporting any potential quality issues or deviations from the agreed-upon plan
- Witnessing and reviewing results of different mechanical & Corrosion tests as per international standard requirements at various approved labs namely Exova Uk, Element UK, Fugro Suhaimi, INAT etc
- The Tests witnessed are Tensile, Charpy, Hardness, Bend, Compression, Shear and Corrosion tests respectively
- Professional, scientific and technical activities
- Drafted detailed inspection reports to facilitate necessary improvements.
- Investigated incidents using root cause analysis methods for effective solutions.
- Resolved technical queries promptly, improving overall productivity.
- Conducted risk assessments to mitigate potential hazards.
- Ensured compliance to safety regulations through regular site inspections.
- Identified potential faults in machinery for immediate rectification.
- Recommended upgrades and modifications to optimise machine performance.
- Maintained updated records of all inspections performed ensuring transparency in operations.
- Improved safety standards by conducting rigorous equipment inspections.
- Prepared written reports detailing defects and recommending corrective actions.
- Inspected equipment, structures and infrastructures to detect and report defects and flaws.
- Utilised advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to assess material integrity, identify defects and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Performed tests to determine strength, density and other physical properties of materials.
- Monitored and assessed quality performance to gauge progress.
- Defined corrective actions for non-conforming products and complaints for continued quality improvements.
- Updated relevant documentation, checking for accuracy and relevance.
Senior quality control engineer
MARCON (MAJED AL RAMMAH ESTABLISHMENT)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Company Overview: Professional, Contracting, Inspection and technical activities
- Responsible for office and site works at Saudi Aramco Riyadh Refinery and coordination with the T&I, PMT & PID Divisions for different Inspections related activities i.e
- Above Ground Storage Tanks Inspections, Spheres, Pressure vessels and Pipes as per API and Aramco Standards
- Coordination with inspection team & production team of Samsung Engineering company ( SECP) for all the inspection related activities for their clean fuel project at Riyadh Refinery
- Preparation of Quality Manuals, Draft Package, Hydro Test Package, Procedures as per the Saudi Aramco requirements such as Repair Procedures for Above Ground Storage Tanks, Blasting & Painting Procedures, Tank Cleaning Procedures, Hydro Test Procedures, Vacuum Box Procedure etc
- Inspection of the welded joints, including Fit up Inspections and Final Welding Inspections, interpretation of the weld defects and their comparison with the Acceptance criteria defined in APIs as well as ASME Section IX and Section V
- Inspection of the blast surface cleanliness, its profile creation (Anchor Pattern) as per the applicable standard, and the applied coating system i.e
- APCS -3, APCS 2A, APCS 11C and APCS 2H etc
- Checking of Dry Film thickness of the applied coated system as per SSPC-PA2
- Coordination with the Inspection team from Saudi Aramco( PID and PMT), mainly on welding, Blasting, Critical Coating and NDT Processes
- Professional, scientific and technical activities
- Managed cross-functional teams for efficient project completion.
- Collaborated on process optimisation initiatives, minimising waste and enhancing efficiency.
- Liaised with regulatory bodies for maintaining industry certifications.
- Defined key performance indicators to track quality trends effectively.
- Attained high standards of product quality by implementing stringent testing procedures.
- Participated in strategic planning meetings, providing insights from a QC perspective.
- Implemented corrective measures with comprehensive root cause analysis.
- Led training sessions on quality awareness, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Improved product quality by completing company, system and compliance audits.
- Collaborated with engineering team to communicate and achieve quality standards and outputs.
- Monitored and assessed quality performance to gauge progress.
- Drafted corrective actions for non-conforming products and continued quality improvements.
- Implemented policies and devices to improve workplace safety.
QUALITY CONTROL ENGINEER
DJC INSPECTIONS & ENGINEERING
Jubail, Saudi Arabia
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Company Overview: Professional, Inspection , Testing & Technical activities
- Conducted inspection for WQT as per SABIC and Saudi Aramco guidelines
- Reviewed all NDT procedures as well as welding procedures for the company as per Saudi Aramco guidelines
- Interpretation of welding defects and their comparison with the reference standards like ASME, API etc
- Interpreting codes, standards and specifications which are related to NDT and welding methods, techniques and procedures
- Performed Random (internal) NDT audits for the company
- Professional, scientific and technical activities
- Managed documentation related to quality control procedures, facilitated transparent functioning of department.
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Mechanical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
10.2009 - 11.2013
Skills
- Knowledge of Corrosion and Coatings ( Critical & non Critical)
- Understanding of welding processes
- Technical documentation review
- Knowledge of engineering principles
- Efficiency management
- Material properties understanding
- Non-Destructive testing
- Inspection testing methods
- Familiarity with Aramco standards
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Project Management
- Documentation review
- Analytical-thinking
- Excellent time management
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- API 653, American Petroleum Institute.
- ASNT NDT LEVEL III (MT,RT), American Society of Non Destructive Testing.
- CSWIP WELDING INSPECTOR 3.0/3.1, TWI, UK
- BGAS GR.2 PAINTING INSPECTOR, TWI, UK
- CERTIFIED ASSET INTEGRITY PROFESSIONAL, Velosi Training Institute
- SAUDI ARAMCO APPROVALS QM ( 03,04,07,08,09,11,12,15,34) SAP NO# 80007017
- ISO 9001:2015 LEAD AUDITOR.
Custom
Personal Information
Timeline
INSPECTION ENGINEER (Saudi Aramco Approved)
ASTRON ARABIA LLC
09.2017 - Current
Senior quality control engineer
MARCON (MAJED AL RAMMAH ESTABLISHMENT)
07.2015 - 08.2017
QUALITY CONTROL ENGINEER
DJC INSPECTIONS & ENGINEERING
07.2013 - 05.2015
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE - Mechanical Engineering
University of Engineering & Technology
10.2009 - 11.2013
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