QC/NDI Engineering Technologist - Boeing Commercial Airplane Group BCAG - Winnipeg Division
(2015-03)
- Provided UT inspection and scan evaluation support for fabricated composites & bonded structures of BCA series parts as per Boeing specifications and procedures by using Boeing proprietary AUT systems and evaluation software (ImagIn, Focus PX).
- Created NCR and in-process rework instructions as per Boeing specifications for engineering disposition of non-compliant parts using SAP-CAM ERP system.
- Maintained specialized training certification of Manual Bond testing, PE using delay line, MIA, MTTU, Resonance Testing, Automated Multi-channel C-Scan systems and Videoscope to determine the product & processes conformity.
- Assisted in developing and maintaining reference acceptance standards and inspection techniques for new parts on AUT systems using part drawing software to meet engineering acceptance requirements.
- Involved in training new techs and providing recommendation for questionable inspection limitations with possible improvements & changes.
Quality Engineering Technologist - Applus Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2019-10 - 2026-02)
Project: Suncor Base Plant, Fort McMurray, AB
- Performed turnaround inspection of static equipment (pressure piping, Pressure Vessels, vacuum tower, Coker units and furnaces) as well as followed up the maintenance/repair activities of these equipment to ensure the work quality through reliable equipment performance.
- Performed structure integrity assessment of Coker units, pressure piping and pressure vessels by recording visual and UTT datasets by establishing damage mechanism, witnessing of applicable NDE, welding inspection, MAWP and remaining life calculations.
- Reviewed NDE reports and corrosion analysis (remaining service life calculation based on corrosion rate) and prepared inspection reports with all findings, abnormalities and recommendations.
- Worked in Suncor asset reliability performing NDE & Visual inspection of cranes and mining (P&H 4100) Shovels.
- Working knowledge of in-service inspection & construction codes/RP's such as API 510, API 570, RP 574, RP 572, RP 576, RP 571, RP 577, ASME B31.3, ASME B16.5, ASME Sec IX, ASME Sec V, ASME Sec VIII Div1.
- Ensured compliance to all relevant Job Safety Analysis JSA, quality and environmental management procedures and controls to deliver the high-quality services.
- Proficient in drawing and reporting visual and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) data sets in alignment with piping layouts, plans, and isometric drawings.
- Skilled in preparing and reviewing pipe support schedules based on flow and Piping diagram.
- Expertise in reading and interpreting steel structural drawings, Bill of Materials (BOM), and isometric piping drawings within gas and oil refinery projects, as well as pulp mill plants.
Quality Engineering Technologist - Applus Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2019-10 - 2026-02)
Project: Skookumchuck Pulp and Paper Mill, BC
- Performed in-service Inspection of stationary equipment including boiler tanks, tubes, weldments of soot blowers, generating banks and kiln weld reinforced areas by performing NDE & Visual inspection to record cracks, pits, wall thinning and patterns of erosion/corrosion failure.
Quality Engineering Technologist - Applus Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2019-10 - 2026-02)
Project: TransCanada Pipelines, High Level, AB
- Worked as PIA tech to verify & record ILI, tally dig sheet data of TransCanada Pipelines with visual/as-inspected findings for performance verification.
- Recorded the site location, survey information, landform and soil analysis for cathodic protection data on inspection reports with photos and measurements.
- Performed NDE to report in-service & geometrical defects and evaluated direct assessment of pipe bare and coating condition as per written engineering guidelines.
Quality Engineering Technologist - Applus Canada - Edmonton, AB
(2019-10 - 2026-02)
Project: Capitol Steel, Winnipeg, MB
- Inspected design layout and MTR for conformances to the approved work drawings and specifications.
- Performed NDE (UTSW, RT, MT) of structural steel welded joints of girder sections; web, splices, stiffener and welded plates as per CSA W59 & W47.1 and company procedures.
- Performed verification of weld layout, design and detailing for manual & semi-auto welding processes for production control by using direct reading devices, gages and comparators.
- Gathered Quality Control reports and generated NCR for non-compliant conditions of welded joints.
NDE Technologist – Material Process Lab - Magellan Aerospace - Winnipeg, MB
(2007-06 - 2015-03)
- Performed mechanical, metallurgical and metallographic testing of prepared samples in accordance with company procedures and industry standards to check product conformity.
- Performed X-Ray Film Radiography Level 2 (NAS410) inspection of welds, brazed joints, Aluminum casting, and nickel-based alloy tubing of GE and RR engine parts by following approved techniques and standards.
- Developed and updated Radiographic inspection procedures and parts specific technique sheets in accordance with the customer and internal quality requirements.
- Maintained daily process-controlled checks and X-Ray equipment calibration in compliance with internal and external (NADCAP) audit.
- Conducted material identification and sorting of received materials using XRF alloy analyzer.
- Performed X-Ray real time fluoroscopic inspection of CRV7 & Black Brant Rocket Motor casing, solid propellant, nozzle and hardware components.
- Performed UT inspection of honeycomb metal bonded structures using ATTU, Immersion and MIA techniques.
- Created NCR for non-compliant parts and generated rework processes for ME validation to ensure compliance to the company procedures in handling conforming and non-conformed parts to facilitate CINCOM MRP system.
- Helped resolve questionable inspection limitations with possible improvements & changes.
