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Education
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Certification
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• Reading Tamil general books. • Watching & playing cricket. • Rubik’s Cube Solving.
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EZRA RAJAN SOUNDARAPANDIAN

EZRA RAJAN SOUNDARAPANDIAN

COIMBATORE

Summary

Dynamic NDT Inspector with extensive experience at PESCO HOLDINGS, skilled in advanced techniques like PAUT and TOFD. Proven track record in enhancing inspection efficiency and ensuring compliance with ASME and API codes. Strong communicator and problem-solver, dedicated to maintaining safety and quality standards while training teams and optimizing processes.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NDT Inspector

PESCO HOLDINGS
03.2023 - 01.2025

Proficient in advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, including Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) & evaluating welding, base metal inspection

  • Supported quality assurance initiatives by providing detailed reports on findings from NDT inspections.
  • Increased efficiency in inspection processes through the utilization of advanced NDT methods such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and radiographic testing.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of NDT methods and equipment to recommend upgrades or improvements as needed for optimal performance.
  • Extensive experience in inspection workflows for onshore and offshore projects in the Oil, Gas,and Construction industries.
  • Strong capability in developing, reviewing, and implementing NDT procedures while ensuring compliance with ASME and API codes.
  • Skilled in conducting risk assessments and recommending safety measures for complex inspection tasks.
  • Proficient in interpreting inspection data and preparing detailed reports for stakeholders.
  • Expertise in maintaining and calibrating advanced NDT equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Strong organizational and leadership abilities with a history of achieving project milestones within tight deadlines.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on quality assurance and continuous improvement.
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and cross-functional departments.
  • Participated in regular audits of internal NDT processes, contributing feedback toward continuous improvement efforts within the organization.
  • Maintained exceptional safety records through adherence to proper protocols during all NDT activities.
  • Reduced downtime for clients by performing timely inspections on critical components, allowing for swift repairs or replacements when necessary.
  • Provided expert consultation services to clients seeking guidance on appropriate NDT methods for their specific applications.
  • Trained new team members in standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across all inspection projects.
  • Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
  • Selected, calibrated, or operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products or materials.

Projects :

  • Company: PESCO-PROFEESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES & CONTRACTING (UAE)
  • Designation: PAUT INSPECTOR
  • Project : GE-PROJECT-PESCO UAE, PETROMASILA- BLOCK10 (Seiyun, South Yemen)
  • Project Detail: conducted PAUT inspections on gas pipeline weld joints during the construction of a 36MW power plant. Also inspected gas pipeline projects from block 10 for the Petromasila Refinery.
  • Project : AARYA PESCO - AIR COOLED HEAT EXCHANGER
  • Projects: PETROMASILA BLOCK -14 SEIYUN, YEMEN - NDT INSERVICE CONTRACT (2023-2024 March)-PAUT Technician
    Project Details: Conducted inspections of crude and gas pipelines,
    in-service pipelines, tanks, and pressure vessel weld joints.
    Utilized PAUT & TOFD Inspection techniques with Ge-Mentor UT, Doppler Flexscan, and Olympus Mx2 machines

PAUT Technicians

Reliance Industries Ltd,jamnagar
06.2019 - 07.2020

Designation: PAUT Technicians.

1 year of experince(FPSO VESSEL) as an PAUT Technician testing material such as Carbon steel in accumulators.

· Interpretation and reporting of inspection results according to International Standards and codes.

· Periodically Conducted PAUT corrosion mapping in cylinders, accumulators.

· Preparing scan plans. Maintenance of daily reports / Inspection reports etc.,

PAUT Assistant Technicians

SIGMA NDT SERVICES
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.

Production Manager

Bambalio Technologies
04.2016 - 03.2018
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.

ELECTRICAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING ENGINEER

ICD
02.2014 - 01.2016
  • Enhanced equipment efficiency by developing and implementing commissioning procedures.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
  • Reviewed proposed work orders to confirm jobs followed scope of services and budget.
  • Saved resources by identifying and rectifying design issues prior to installation, preventing costly rework.

Company Name:

CHEMFAB ALKALIS, ADDISON, TRICHY BHEL, DR.REDDY LAB, Tube product of IndiaAvadi

in Southern Part of India

ACC BARGARH Cement Works, BABA Atomic Research Center Mumbai(temperature controller),KAIGA THERMAL POWER PLANTin North Part of India

Project Role:Electrical Engineer Communication Type: RS-422, RS-485, RS-232.

1. Meter Model:L&T, Schneider, ICD, Rishub, ELMeasure, Secure,Eurotherm.

ROLES &RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Taking out the First Piece from the manufactured lot and examining for defects by putting them to Quality tests.

• If Defects are present, finding out the cause for it and rectifying it and then starting the manufacturing process.

• Coordinating with the team for packing and shipping the manufactured goods to their respective destinations.

• Handling overall service functions, Studying & Understanding project requirements in terms of site study, testing, commissioning & Quality control.

• Testing and commissioning tasks on project(s) at regular intervals as required.

• Maintaining all service documents legible (e.g. completes, updated and approved).

• Analyzing FG and giving suggestions for improving the quality of the product.

• Preparing standard inspection procedure for commissioning of new Instruments & panels.

• Maintaining 5s at workplace and periodically communicating with customer and giving suggestion for improving quality level.

Education

B.E ECE - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Coimbatore Institute of Engineering & Technology
Coimbatore
11-2013

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School
Chennai
05-2009

Skills

  • I completed my ASNT - NDT -LEVEL -II from SV NDT SERVICES, Visakhapatnam in the following methods according to SNT -TC- 1A
  • American Society for Non - Destructive Testing, DEC - 2027
  • ASNT Level II - PAUT/1302027
  • ASNT Level II - TOFD/1302027
  • ASNT Level II - UT/13020135
  • ASNT Level II - RT/13020135
  • ASNT Level II - MT/13020135
  • ASNT Level II - PT/13020135
  • ASNT Level II - TTIS/VT/0254/21
  • Completed AUTODESK Professional Certification AUTOCAD 2015 and E-CAD 2015

    Design Software : AUTOCAD, ECAD

    Testing Software : MODBUS

    Equipment Handled :

    UT :

  • USM GO
  • USM GO
  • Olympus Epoch XT
  • Sonatest D-50
  • EPOCH 600
  • MODOSONIC
  • PHASED ARRAY :

    PAUT equipment :

  • Omniscan MX2,,GE -MENTOR-UT, Doppler Flexscan
  • Eclipse Scientific Temp Master kit for High Temp PAUT
  • ESBEAM TOOL used for Scan plans
  • Omni PC, GE- Mentor Ut software used for Interpretation
  • SCANNER :

  • Cobra Scanner-Olympus
  • Chain Scanner

Certification

  • a, [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Additional Information

  • Reading Tamil literature (focus and cultural awareness)
  • Solving Rubik’s Cube (problem-solving and logical thinking)
  • Playing and watching cricket (teamwork, discipline, and strategic mindset)
  • Enthusiastic learner with adaptability to new challenges
  • Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude

Languages

Tamil
English
Malayalam

Timeline

NDT Inspector

PESCO HOLDINGS
03.2023 - 01.2025

PAUT Technicians

Reliance Industries Ltd,jamnagar
06.2019 - 07.2020

PAUT Assistant Technicians

SIGMA NDT SERVICES
03.2018 - 04.2019

Production Manager

Bambalio Technologies
04.2016 - 03.2018

ELECTRICAL TESTING AND COMMISSIONING ENGINEER

ICD
02.2014 - 01.2016

B.E ECE - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Coimbatore Institute of Engineering & Technology

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School

• Reading Tamil general books. • Watching & playing cricket. • Rubik’s Cube Solving.

  • Enjoy reading Tamil literature and books
  • Skilled in solving Rubik’s Cube (problem-solving & logical thinking)
  • Passionate about watching and playing cricket (teamwork & sportsmanship)
EZRA RAJAN SOUNDARAPANDIAN