MINHASH KUMAR SATPATHY
Bhubaneswar,India
Summary
Highly experienced QA/QC and Plant Inspector with 15+ years of expertise in inspection, quality assurance, and plant equipment evaluation across multiple industries, including oil & gas, petrochemical, power plants and Cross Country Pipeline. Proficient in ASME, API, ISO standards, welding and fabrication inspections, NDT examinations, and compliance management. Adept at leading inspection teams, implementing QA/QC programs, and ensuring plant integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
QA/QC Engineer & Plant Inspector
Target Engineering Construction Company
, UAE
09.2024 - 08.2025
- - Lead QA/QC inspection and plant inspection activities for piping, pressure vessels, tanks, and static equipment.
- - Review and approve WPS, PQR, and WPQ; monitor welding and fabrication quality.
- - Perform and supervise NDT examinations (PT, MT, RT, UT, VT) and maintain inspection documentation.
- - Prepare detailed inspection reports, NCRs, punch lists, and maintain QA records for audits.
- - Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and third-party inspectors to ensure quality compliance.
- - Support plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and commissioning activities.
QA/QC Inspector
Drydocks World Dubai
Dubai, UAE
10.2023 - 09.2024
- - Lead QA/QC inspection and plant inspection activities for piping, pressure vessels, tanks, and static equipment.
- - Review and approve WPS, PQR, and WPQ; monitor welding and fabrication quality.
- - Perform and supervise NDT examinations (PT, MT, RT, UT, VT) and maintain inspection documentation.
- - Prepare detailed inspection reports, NCRs, punch lists, and maintain QA records for audits.
- - Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and third-party inspectors to ensure quality compliance.
- - Support plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and commissioning activities.
QA/QC inspector
NSH. Nasser S. Al Hajri Corporation
Manama, Country
11.2021 - 09.2023
- - Conducted inspections of materials, welding, and fabrication according to project standards.
- - Supervised hydrostatic, pneumatic, and leak tests on piping and equipment.
- - Maintained QA/QC documentation and assisted in developing inspection procedures.
- - Identified non-conformities and recommended corrective actions to maintain compliance.
- - Participated in risk-based inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
QA/QC Lead
Adorn Infra Energy Pvt. Ltd KGPL Gr-17(IOCL-IHB)
Utter Pradesh, Country
12.2020 - 11.2021
- - Verified material certificates, dimensional checks, and quality of fabricated components.
- - Assisted senior inspectors during major plant inspections and shutdown projects.
- - Ensured adherence to ASME, API, and ISO standards across all inspection activities.
QA/QC Inspector
NOV Tuboscope Vetco Saudi Arabia Co.Ltd
Khobar, Country
05.2014 - 10.2020
- - Conducted inspections of materials, welding, and fabrication according to project standards.
- - Supervised hydrostatic, pneumatic, and leak tests on piping and equipment.
- - Maintained QA/QC documentation and assisted in developing inspection procedures.
- - Identified non-conformities and recommended corrective actions to maintain compliance.
- - Participated in risk-based inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
QA inspector
Punj Lloyd
MAHARASTRA, Country
04.2012 - 03.2014
- - Verified material certificates, dimensional checks, and quality of fabricated components.
- - Assisted senior inspectors during major plant inspections and shutdown projects.
- - Ensured adherence to ASME, API, and ISO standards across all inspection activities.
QC Inspector
Fabtech Project Engineers Ltd (Reliance)
Odisha, Gujarat, INDIA
01.2011 - 03.2012
QC inspector
INCO International (JAFZA
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2010 - 12.2010
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Institute of Management and Engineering Technology
INDIACSWIP‐ 3.1 - Welding Inspector
TWI
IndiaBGAS Gr-2 - Painting Inspector
TWI
UAEAPI 570 - Certified Piping Inspector
API
UAEAPI 510 - Certified Pressure Vessel Inspector
API
UAEISO 9001-2015 - Lead Auditor
ISO
UAENDT L-II - RT,UT,MT,PT
ASNT
INDIAIRATA L- II - Rope access
IRATA
INDIASkills
- QA/QC & Plant Inspection Leadership
- Welding & Fabrication Inspection (WPS, PQR, WPQ)
- NDT Methods: PT, MT, RT, UT, VT
- Piping, Tanks, Pressure Vessels, Boilers Inspection
- Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) & NCR Management
- Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)
- Vendor & Contractor Coordination
- Material Verification & Documentation
- HSE Compliance & Safety Audits
- Team Supervision & Training
Certification
- API 510 / 570 / 653 – Inspector Certifications
- CSWIP 3.1 / AWS CWI – Welding Inspector
- ASNT Level II in PT, MT, UT, RT
References
Available upon request
Projects
Major Turnaround & Inspection – [Plant/Company Name], Pipeline & Vessel Inspection Projects – [Company Name]
Roles & Responsibilities
- Quality Control & QA Responsibilities
- Inspect materials, equipment, and welding activities for compliance with project specifications.
- Review and monitor WPS, PQR, and welder qualifications.
- Conduct NDT tests, dimensional verification, and material checks.
- Prepare and maintain inspection reports, NCRs, and QA documentation.
- Support teams during fabrication, erection, and commissioning.
- Plant Inspection Responsibilities
- Inspect piping, tanks, vessels, boilers, and exchangers for quality and safety compliance.
- Monitor fabrication and erection activities as per standards and client requirements.
- Supervise hydrostatic, pneumatic, and leak tests.
- Identify defects, deviations, and recommend corrective actions.
- Liaise with vendors, contractors, and third-party inspectors.
- Participate in Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs for plant integrity.
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Hindi
Native
Oria
Native
Timeline
QA/QC Engineer & Plant Inspector
Target Engineering Construction Company
09.2024 - 08.2025
QA/QC Inspector
Drydocks World Dubai
10.2023 - 09.2024
QA/QC inspector
NSH. Nasser S. Al Hajri Corporation
11.2021 - 09.2023
QA/QC Lead
Adorn Infra Energy Pvt. Ltd KGPL Gr-17(IOCL-IHB)
12.2020 - 11.2021
QA/QC Inspector
NOV Tuboscope Vetco Saudi Arabia Co.Ltd
05.2014 - 10.2020
QA inspector
Punj Lloyd
04.2012 - 03.2014
QC Inspector
Fabtech Project Engineers Ltd (Reliance)
01.2011 - 03.2012
QC inspector
INCO International (JAFZA
01.2010 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
Institute of Management and Engineering Technology
CSWIP‐ 3.1 - Welding Inspector
TWI
BGAS Gr-2 - Painting Inspector
TWI
API 570 - Certified Piping Inspector
API
API 510 - Certified Pressure Vessel Inspector
API
ISO 9001-2015 - Lead Auditor
ISO
NDT L-II - RT,UT,MT,PT
ASNT
IRATA L- II - Rope access
IRATA
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