- Metallurgical Engineering Consultant for Materials Testing Facility(s)
- Technical Supervisory and Managerial Experience, In House and On-Site for
Metallurgical Services/Consultancy
- Experience in Failure Analysis and Materials Testing
- Experience in Fire Damage Assessment (i.e. Plant Explosions/Fitness for Service)
- Instruction in the Principles of Metallurgy, Corrosion, and Prevention of Failure and
Associated Metallurgical Engineering Material
- Metallurgical Evaluations for AUT Qualifications (i.e. API 1104 or Equivalent)
- Evaluation of Structural Welding and Quality Instruction of personnel in China for
product supply in the US
- Evaluation of Casting, Forging, Electroplating, and Hot Dip Galvanizing Factories,
China, used on products supplied to the US
- Remaining Life Estimation of High Temperature Components
- Writing of Welding Procedures for Various Metals
- Inspection for Certification of Cranes and Heavy Equipment
- NDE Supervisor on Various Projects
- Certified API 653 Inspector (#6427)
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
- B.Sc. Metallurgical Engineering, University Of Alberta, Canada
- Qualification Level Five – Field Engineer, Canadian Armed Forces
- Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists & Geophysicists of Alberta [Canada] (APEGGA) – Professional Engineer
- Professional Engineers Ontario [Canada] (PEO) – Professional Engineer
- API (American Petroleum Industry) as a Certified API 653 Inspector #6427
EXPERIENCE
Facilities Management
- Manager of the Metallurgical Services (including Engineering Consultancy) with the primary focus on current technical projects and expertise; whilst sustaining growth into new markets and increasing the overall professional appearance of the laboratory
- Areas of new growth/markets include, but are not limited to, detailed metallurgical investigations, forensic failure analysis, non-destructive examinations, corrosion testing, and metallurgical engineering consultancy
- New and on-going training of technicians/technologists, as required, to provide staffing for the various metallurgical, corrosion, and nondestructive examination projects that occur due to either routine service and/or specific, unique projects
- Laboratory Manager in charge of enhancing work flow, training, and improving the efficiency within the group continually increasing revenue and market share
- Liaise with clients, including quotes, work procedures, and follow up discussions, to ensure the clients needs are satisfied and to develop an ongoing work relationship through subsequent quality projects and valued technical competence
Technical and Engineering Consulting
- Author of numerous Failure Analysis & Material Testing reports for Projects from various industries including; Petroleum, Pulp & Paper, Power Generation, Civil/Municipal Works, and Automotive (In House & On Site)
- Fire Damage Assessment of Plant Fires and Explosions Investigations, including review of In-Situ Replicas and inspection/assessment results of the evaluation
- Instruction in the Principles of Metallurgy, Corrosion, and Prevention of Failure and Associated Metallurgical Engineering Material
- On Site Evaluation and Consultation of welding, and instruction based on AWS and associated specifications to quality personnel in China for welded structural products supplied to the US
- On Site Evaluation and Consultation on galvanizing (electroplating and Hot Dip processes), forging, and casting factories in China for products supplied to the US
- On Site/In House Consultation with Clients on Corrosion, Welding, and Metallurgical Issues on a project by project basis
- Evaluation of Materials and Components based on Specifications or Code Requirements (i.e. ASME, API, ASTM, BS, DIN, EN, AWWA, NFPA) for use in specific applications throughout various industries
- Development of WPS and PQR according to AWS, ASME, MIL, or client request for fabrication, repair, or specific needs on different metal types (Carbon and Alloy Steels, Non-Ferrous Alloys)
- Remaining Life Estimation based on high temperature damage (creep) and/or service conditions of boiler and power generation equipment
- Metallurgical Evaluations for AUT Qualification Projects (i.e. API 1104 or Equivalent/Similar Specifications)
- Conduct Inspections for Certification of Cranes, Fire Trucks, and Heavy Equipment
- Various API 653 Above Ground Storage Tank Inspections and associated equipment, including Supervising, Report Writing, and Review of Peers API 653 work
- NDE Supervisor on Various Term Projects
- Peer Review of reports and client material as per A2LA and ISO quality assurance programs
SELECTED REPORTS, PUBLICATIONS, AND INVITED LECTURES
Summary of Damage Mechanisms and Recommended Inspection Locations for the Hydrocracker Unit, APTECH Report AES 07016379-3-1 (April 2007).
Summary Report for Risk Based Inspection Implementation of Polyethylene 1, APTECH Report AES 06116319-3-1 (March 2007).
Fitness-For-Service Evaluation on the Shell of Tank #50 at the Point-A-Pierre Refinery, APTECH Report AES 06106301-3-1 (December 2006).
Fitness-For-Service Evaluation of Molecular Sieve Dehydrator Vessel Pv-16 02a, APTECH Report AES 06106315-3-1 (October 2006).
May 2006 API 510 Intrusive Inspection of Tank T-500 for the Purpose of Evaluation for Fitness for Service in Accordance with API RP 579, APTECH Report AES 06056187-3-1 (June 2006).
Fitness-for-Service Report for Tank U-212A Neutralizer Tank, APTECH Report AES 06046149-3-1 (May 2006).
Vessel Report E-128 Depropanizer Reboiler Shell Mechanical Analysis, APTECH Report AES 06036112-3-1 (April 2006).
Summary Report for API 579 Fitness for Service of Column N3306E2, APTECH Report AES 05105953-3-23 (March 2006).
Summary Report for API 579 Fitness for Service of Column N3306E1, APTECH Report AES 05105953-3-22 (March 2006).
Summary Report for API 579 Fitness for Service of Column N3303E, APTECH Report AES 05105953-3-21 (March 2006).
Summary Report for API 579 Fitness-for-Service Evaluation of Two Horizontal Tube-In-Tube Bundle Heat Exchangers, APTECH Report AES 05116004-3-1 (December 2005).
Fire Damage Assessment at BP Innovene's Olefins Unit 2, Chocolate Bayou, Texas, Facility, APTECH Report AES 05115988-3-1 (December 2005).
Inspection of Tubes and Tubesheet from Turbine Gas Heater (AOP4) to Determine Remaining Useful Life of Tube Bundle, APTECH Report AES 05095937-3-1 (October 2005).
Report of Inspection of Glycol Dehydration Unit at Pharr Facility in McAllen, Texas, and Subsequent Conclusions and Recommendations, APTECH Report AES 05095938-3-1 (October 2005).
Third-Party Independent Review of Warranty Dispute for Sentinel Valves on Recirculation Loops (A & B) for Unit Number 1, Laguna Verde Nuclear Station, Laguna Verde, Mexico, APTECH Report AES 05035737-3-1 (July 2005).
Fitness-for-Service Report for Tank U-202 Sulphuric Acid Storage based on Detailed, On-Stream Inspections, APTECH Report AES 05025692-3-1 (June 2005).
Fitness for Service and Remaining Useful Life Evaluation of Vessel T-4, Isobutane Caustic Treater, APTECH Report AES 05015658-3-1 (June 2005).
Initial RBI Evaluation of DDU Located at the Tesoro, Mandan, North Dakota Facility, APTECH Report AES 04045397-3-2 (March 2005).
Risk Based Inspection Assessment and Inspection Scheduling of Tesoro, Mandan Refinery, Deethanizer Unit, with S. Anderson and H. Tran, APTECH Report AES 04045397-3-1 (January 2005).
Fitness-for-Service Evaluation of E-415 H2S Absorber Vessel, APTECH Report AES 04105543-3-1 (November 2004).
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