Engineering and Production Support

Creation, validation, and continuous improvement of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) procedures, ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and client-specific requirements.
Expertise in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and advanced techniques such as:
- Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) – for complex welds, components, and composite materials.
- Full Matrix Capture (FMC) / Total Focusing Method (TFM) – for high-resolution imaging and enhanced defect characterization.
- Time-of-Flight Diffraction (TOFD) – for accurate sizing and critical flaw detection in thick-section materials.
Optimization of inspection techniques to enhance defect detection, reduce false calls, and improve inspection efficiency.
Development of qualification programs for inspectors and technicians, including training materials and hands-on testing.

Engineering and manufacturing of customized calibration and reference standards tailored for complex inspection applications.
Validation of reference blocks and test samples using destructive testing, metallographic analysis, and advanced NDT techniques.
Collaboration with regulatory bodies and industry partners to ensure standards meet or exceed qualification criteria for various applications.

Utilization of advanced beam simulation software (e.g., CIVA, BeamTool) to model ultrasonic wave propagation and optimize scan parameters.
Design of 3D inspection strategies for components with complex geometries, including nozzles, dissimilar welds, and curved surfaces.
Development of adaptive scanning techniques for varying material properties and temperature-dependent inspections.

Execution of POD experiments to assess the effectiveness of different inspection techniques for various defect types and sizes.
Statistical evaluation of flaw sizing accuracy to improve confidence levels in defect characterization.
Integration of machine learning and AI-driven analytics for enhanced POD assessments.
Implementation of error margin analyses to determine uncertainty in measurement results.

Expertise in international standards and industry codes, including:
- ASME (Section V, Section VIII, B31.1, B31.3) – Pressure vessel and piping inspections.
- API (1104, 510, 570, 653, RP 579, RP 1163) – Pipeline and pressure equipment inspections.
- WS D1.1 / D1.5 – Structural weld inspections.
- NAS 410, ASTM, MIL-STD, EN ISO, DNV, ABS – Various industry-specific requirements.
Review and interpretation of customer specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes and regulatory requirements.
Providing technical clarifications and justifications for acceptance or rejection of defects based on engineering critical assessment (ECA).

Serving as the technical liaison between project stakeholders, including clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
Providing technical consulting and support on NDT-related challenges during project execution.
Conducting pre-inspection meetings and post-inspection reviews to ensure alignment with client expectations.
Collaboration with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to optimize inspection processes.

Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to automate flaw detection and classification.
Implementation of data analytics tools for real-time monitoring and trend analysis.
Development of custom scripts and algorithms to enhance signal filtering, defect recognition, and statistical evaluation.
Implementation of cloud-based inspection data management systems for centralized reporting and traceability.
Collaboration with software developers to integrate digital twin technology for predictive maintenance.

Interpretation of ultrasonic A-scan, B-scan, C-scan, and D-scan data to assess material integrity.
Advanced signal processing and image analysis for accurate defect detection and characterization.
Identification of false positives and false negatives, ensuring the reliability of inspection conclusions.
Development of automated reporting solutions for streamlined data analysis and visualization.

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