VIGNESH PV
Quality Assurance and control Engineer I ASQ CQE, LSSBB, ISO 9001 LA, AWS CWI, NDT-II
Neom
Summary
Currently Supplier Quality Lead for the NEOM Green Hydrogen Project in Saudi Arabia, managing quality assurance processes for $3 Billion renewable energy projects and ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards Senior Quality Management Professional & ASQ Certified Quality Engineer, with strong exposure of working in technically advanced, cost-efficient and state-of-the-art Manufacturing systems and high-capacity plants. Strong exposure in establishing Quality Management Systems such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 45001, ISO 18001 and Lean Manufacturing Concepts Possess robust background in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), development of inspection & test plan, project specific procedures and method statement for fabrication / welding / NDT procedures. Led business critical Six-Sigma & Lean projects for elimination of process non-value-added activities. Knowledge in advanced quality management methodologies, such as statistical process control (SPC) and root cause analysis, to proactively identify and resolve quality issues Proficient in investigating, analyzing & correcting problems in quality at supplier location through process audits and in assuring that all materials represent maximum quality through quality control inspections. Proficient innovative problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis using tools like 8D and A3
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Manager - QA/QC (Supplier Quality)
Larsen & Toubro Saudi Arabia LLC
03.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Renewables IC, Project: NEOM Green Hydrogen Project, KSA
- Managing supplier quality for critical components of the 380kV GIS Substation and Overhead Transmission Lines, ensuring strict adherence to the highest quality standards
- Serving as the primary liaison between suppliers and clients, aligning quality expectations with project requirements
- Conducting 'Pre-Inspection meeting (PIM); conducting thorough reviews and submissions of Vendor Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) procedures
- Coordinating and managing pre-qualification audits, kick-off meetings, and in-process inspections, ensuring that all supplier activities adhere to established quality protocols
- Organizing & executing comprehensive audits and evaluations of supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary
- Identifying & engaging Third Party Inspection Agencies (TPIA) to conduct inspections at vendor facilities, ensuring that all components meet quality and safety standards
- Facilitating Material Inspection Requests (MIR) with clients, obtaining necessary clearances for construction work and ensuring timely project progression
- Utilizing the Aconex platform for efficient project documentation and management, streamlining communication and record-keeping processes
- Developing new suppliers; screening & analyzing their capability; conducting supplier quality & process audits; performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for the deviations
- Preparing and submitting detailed look-ahead reports for vendor quality activities, promoting transparency and accountability and for adequate/necessary planning
- Responsible for maintaining the ITP register, FAT log and NCR database, ensuring all inspections, tests, non-conformities, and quality submissions are documented, tracked, and aligned with project requirements and timelines
- Monitored supplier performance and assigned ratings based on quality, delivery, and compliance to ensure alignment with project requirements
- Managing the non-conformance program, including investigation and corrective action programs (CAPA)
- Developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for quality program and preparing weekly/Monthly status reports
- Renewables IC, Project: NEOM Green Hydrogen Project, KSA
Manager - QA/QC (Head of the Department)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Company Overview: Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
- Directed the quality management processes for a manufacturing unit producing 100k TPA of structural steel, ensuring compliance with quality management systems and industry standards
- Designed, documented, implemented & attained continual improvement of Quality Management System (QMS); led a diverse team of over 80 quality control professionals
- Initiated and successfully obtained ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation for the mechanical and chemical laboratory, enhancing the credibility and capabilities of the quality assurance function
- Conducted extensive audits, including process, internal, external, and cross-factory audits
- Managed customer complaints effectively, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and support
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new operations
- Employed root cause analysis and quality control tools to identify and address quality issues
- Championed various Kaizen initiatives aimed at improving productivity, quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale (PQCDSM) across the manufacturing unit
- Enforced compliance to all quality management systems, reporting NCs, identifying the root causes and effectively implementing corrective measures; analyzed process flaws using tools like SPC
- Designed, implemented supplier quality processes including dimensioning & tolerance, measurement system analysis, error proofing, Gage R&R
- Achieved zero incidents and non-conformities in the Environmental Management System (EMS) and Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSAS) over a three-year period
- Led NDT initiatives throughout project execution, developed specialized NDT procedures, and ensured all methodologies were customized to meet project requirements
- Established a QA/QC system for welding of structural components, incorporating both destructive and nondestructive testing methods
- Implemented and maintained quality control procedures and protocols in compliance with ASME, AWS, and ISO standards
- Spearheaded the development of a risk management framework that proactively identified potential quality issues, leading to a significant reduction in project delays
- Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
Assistant Manager - QA/QC (Supplier Quality)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Company Overview: Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
- Managed the quality assurance processes for steel, fasteners, and fabricated articles across a network of over 35 vendors throughout India
- Conducted 10+ Pre-Qualification assessments; and inspections of procured materials and supplier processes
- Developed and implemented internal audits for existing quality control measures
- Provided technical support and training to suppliers, ensuring that quality expectations were met and nonconformities were minimized through effective process audits
- Created a vendor assessment questionnaire to systematically evaluate new suppliers, ensuring that only qualified vendors were engaged for procurement activities
- Developed and executed a supplier performance monitoring system that provided real-time insights into quality metrics, improving supplier quality ratings
- Successfully reduced non-conformities among suppliers through targeted process improvement
- Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
Senior Engineer - QA/QC (Customer Relation & FG Inspection)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Company Overview: Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
- Coordinated with customers during Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), ensuring that all products met quality standards and received clearance without remarks for approximately 100K MT of steel annually
- Collaborated with new customers and the contracts team to secure factory approvals for material supplies, enhancing the company's reputation and reliability in the market
- Managed relationships with various international clients, including SEB-Malaysia and EETC-Egypt
- Enhanced the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) process by introducing standardized inspection protocols, which improved clearance rates to 97% without remarks
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings through quality assurance practices during the FAT process
- Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
Shop Floor Quality Engineer (Fabrication & Galvanizing Shop)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Company Overview: Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
- Conducted comprehensive visual, dimensional, and welding inspections of fabricated articles, ensuring compliance with engineering drawings and project specifications
- Performed galvanizing coating inspections in accordance with various standards and quality plans, ensuring that all products met quality expectations
- Prepared Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) in line with ASME/AWS standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and conducted Welder Qualification Tests (WQT) to validate welders' skills and adherence to approved procedures
- Introduced a proactive inspection schedule that reduced inspection turnaround time, enhancing production efficiency and minimizing delays
- Successfully identified and resolved quality issues during inspections, reducing product defects and enhancing overall product quality
- Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
Inward Goods Inspection Engineer - QA/QC
Larsen & Toubro Limited
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Company Overview: Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
- Supervised inspections and testing of fasteners, consumables, and structural steel to ensure compliance with quality standards and project specifications
- Oversaw dimensional, mechanical, and chemical analysis testing of incoming raw materials, verifying adherence to quality requirements
- Developed technical delivery conditions for structural steel procurement, improving the quality assurance process and strengthening supplier relationships
- Structural Steel Manufacturing, Puducherry, India
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Birla Institute of Technology & Science
01.2013 - 01.2016
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Foundry Technology)
PSG Polytechnic College
01.2007 - 01.2010
Skills
Quality Management System (QMS)
Lean Manufacturing Principles
Six Sigma Methodology
Continuous Improvement Tools
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
Quality Management Tools
Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
Process & Performance Capability Improvement
Supplier Quality Management
Quality Auditing
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Quality Assurance and Compliance
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA)
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Risk Management and Mitigation
ISO 9001
ISO 45001
ISO 18001
ISO/IEC 17025 Compliance and Implementation
Certification
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Personal Information
- Year of Birth: 1992
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Manager - QA/QC (Supplier Quality)
Larsen & Toubro Saudi Arabia LLC
03.2023 - Current
Manager - QA/QC (Head of the Department)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
11.2020 - 02.2023
Assistant Manager - QA/QC (Supplier Quality)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
06.2018 - 10.2020
Senior Engineer - QA/QC (Customer Relation & FG Inspection)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
04.2016 - 05.2018
Shop Floor Quality Engineer (Fabrication & Galvanizing Shop)
Larsen & Toubro Limited
01.2013 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Birla Institute of Technology & Science
01.2013 - 01.2016
Inward Goods Inspection Engineer - QA/QC
Larsen & Toubro Limited
06.2010 - 12.2012
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering (Foundry Technology)
PSG Polytechnic College
01.2007 - 01.2010
Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Certified (IRCA) Lead Auditor for ISO 9001:2015
Certification in Root Cause Analysis and the 8D Problem Solving
Certification in Core Tools of Quality (APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, FMEA)
Certified AWS Welding Inspector
Certification in ASNT NDT Level-II in VT, MPT, LPT, UT, RT
Certified Internal Auditor for IMS (QMS/EMS/OHSAS)
Certified Internal Auditor for ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Supervisory Development Program by Department of Management Studies, IIT Madras
Building Leadership in Operations and Organizational Management by Dept. of Management Studies, IIT Madras
Executive Development Program by IFMR Graduate School of Business at KREA University
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