AFNAN DINIE BAHARUDIN
Certified Welding Inspector (CSWIP 3.1) | QA/QC Inspector
Summary
CSWIP 3.1 Certified Welding Inspector with over 10 years of extensive experience in Quality Assurance, Inspection, and Testing within the Oil & Gas, Marine/Shipyard, and Structural Fabrication sectors. Expertise in the fabrication and inspection of Air Cooled Heat Exchangers, Pressure Vessels, ship structures, and heavy steel fabrications, ensuring strict adherence to international quality and safety standards. Proven ability to manage comprehensive QA/QC processes, welding inspections, NDT coordination, dimensional testing, and Post Weld Heat Treatment for both upstream and downstream Oil & Gas projects. Recognized for strong analytical problem-solving skills and effective communication, consistently delivering precise inspection outcomes while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety in challenging industrial environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Assistant QA/QC Engineer
PaxOcean Singapore Pte Ltd
03.2025 - Current
- Performed an inspection of welding and structural works across fabrication, erection, and repair stages, ensuring adherence to WPS, PQR, ITPs, and applicable codes (AWS D1.1, ASME, ISO, IACS).
- Verified joint fit-up, weld preparation, preheat, interpass temperature, and final weld visual inspection for various structures and piping systems.
- Supervised and coordinated NDT methods (UT, MT, PT, RT), and interpreted results to ensure defect-free and code-compliant welds.
- Managed material traceability and consumable control across projects, ensuring compliance with quality standards and client specifications.
- Conducted hydrostatic, air leak, and vacuum box testing on tanks, pipelines, and structural modules.
- Monitored welding activities during block assembly, hull repairs, structural modifications, and equipment installation.
- Conducted quality inspections of ship outfitting elements, including: steel structures (ladders, platforms, railings), access hatches, manholes, doors, and bulkhead penetrations, and accommodation spaces and safety outfitting (handrails, grab bars, signage).
- Verified proper installation, welding, bolting, and weather-tight sealing of outfitting components.
- Reviewed mechanical data sheets, alignment reports, and OEM installation procedures during inspections.
- Raised and followed up on Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs); initiated corrective and preventive actions as part of quality improvement.
- Liaised with production, engineering, client representatives, and classification societies for inspections, audits, and final handovers.
- Maintained detailed QA/QC documentation, including weld logs, inspection reports, test records, and final dossiers.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
Welding Inspector / Test Engineer (Non-Destructive & Welding Department)
TESTING SERVICES PTE LTD
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive NDT inspections (radiographic, visual, magnetic particle, dye penetrant) to detect material flaws, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company protocols.
- Developed and implemented tailored NDT and welding procedures, including Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Tests (WQT), based on material and project requirements.
- Interpreted welding codes, standards, and project specifications to ensure compliance while reviewing and maintaining welder qualifications and welding procedures to uphold high standards.
- Coordinated and monitored welding procedure qualifications, welder performance tests, and consumable batch tests both on-site and in the lab, ensuring alignment with project specifications and industry codes.
- Conducted visual inspections of welded test coupons and organized NDT activities to verify weld quality, documenting results and recommending corrective actions for defects.
- Witnessed various mechanical tests (Destructive Testing, Hardness, Tensile, Impact, Bend) and chemical/metallographic analyses, ensuring results adhered to welding codes and specifications.
- Analyzed and troubleshot weld failures, leading corrective actions and conducting trial runs to validate processes and optimize welding techniques.
- Consulted with clients on material weldability, consumables, and base materials to ensure optimal performance and project success.
- Liaised with clients, surveyors, and end-users to align testing requirements and expectations while supporting additional inspections and tasks to meet departmental objectives.
- Maintained and calibrated NDT equipment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety and regulatory standards (ASTM, ISO, ASME).
QA/QC Inspector / Welding Inspector
DYNAC ENGINEERING SDN. BHD. (DESB)
09.2013 - 09.2022
- Managed the fabrication of high-quality ACHE, STHE, pressure vessels, tanks, and steel structures, ensuring strict compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
- Led collaboration with production teams, Quality Control Coordinators (QCC), clients, and inspectors (AI, TPI) to resolve QA/QC issues and optimize resources for operational excellence.
- Conducted material inspections, oversaw NDT activities (MPI, DPT, UT, RT, PMI, IRIS), and monitored fabrication processes to ensure adherence to codes, client requirements, and safety standards.
- Supervised critical inspections, including tube expansions, welds, rubber linings, and pressure vessels, and prepared detailed reports and calculations to verify compliance with specifications.
- Witnessed and coordinated critical testing (destructive, hardness, tension, impact), pre-painting tests (adhesion), and hydrostatic testing to ensure product integrity and code adherence.
- Managed welding procedure qualifications (WPS, PQR, WQT), operator qualification tests (bend tests, TSA), and monitored welding consumable controls to uphold quality standards.
- Ensured all site fabrication activities met Inspection Test Plans (ITP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliance throughout production.
- Compiled Manufacturer Data Book records (MDR) and welder repair reports, ensuring ongoing project compliance and client satisfaction.
- Directed subcontractor NDT activities, guaranteeing adherence to approved procedures and specifications.
- Performed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and optimized operational parameters for ACHE fan blade angles, speeds, and system functionality.
- Coordinated the inspection of blasting, painting, and installation of components, ensuring final handover met client expectations.
- Assisted in the development and qualification of new procedures, including WPS, PQR, and WQT, to meet evolving project requirements.
- Project Involve 2016
- EPCC for RGT1 Minimum Send-Out Capability Improvement Project, Owner: Petronas Gas Berhad
- Refurbishment of F6 Glycol Still Column Condenser E-870/880 Owner: Sarawak Shell Berhad
- 2017 SK316 - NC3P - A Gas Development Project Owner: Petronas Carigali Sdn. Bhd.
- 2018 North Malay Basin Phase 2 Facilities Owner: Hess Exploration & Production Malaysia B.V.
- 2019 Supply Of New Air Fin Cooler Bundles For PSR-2 & MG-3 Turnaround 2019 Owner: Malaysian Refining Company
- EPCC For Pegaga Development Project Owner: Mubadala Petroleum
- 2020 EPCC For Kasawari Gas Development Project Owner: Petronas Carigali
Education
High School Diploma - Metallurgical Engineering
Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
Perlis, Malaysia01.2013
Skills
Welding Inspection
Certification
CSWIP 3.1
Timeline
Assistant QA/QC Engineer
PaxOcean Singapore Pte Ltd
03.2025 - Current
Welding Inspector / Test Engineer (Non-Destructive & Welding Department)
TESTING SERVICES PTE LTD
09.2022 - 01.2025
QA/QC Inspector / Welding Inspector
DYNAC ENGINEERING SDN. BHD. (DESB)
09.2013 - 09.2022
High School Diploma - Metallurgical Engineering
Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP)
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