Summary
Nguyen Van Lam is a Senior QA/QC, Welding, NDT and Coating professional with more than 24 years of experience across offshore and onshore oil and gas, refinery, offshore wind, pressure-vessel, WHRU, subsea and heavy-fabrication projects. He specializes in third-party inspection, site representation, vendor surveillance and expediting, NDT coordination, welding and coating inspection, QA systems, and final documentation review. His scope includes critical assets such as wellhead platforms, jackets, pressure vessels, boilers, piping, structural steel, heat exchangers, chemical injection skids, WHRU, subsea packages and wind-farm structures. He has managed QC teams, prepared ITPs, WPSs, PQRs and audit documentation, and supported international clients including Saipem, McDermott, Samsung Engineering, DNV and Subsea 7. He has strong working knowledge of major ASME, AWS, API, DNV, ASTM, BS EN, ISO, JIS, EEMUA and TEMA requirements.
Education
- 2002 – Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering | Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology and Education
Qualifications and Training
| PCN Level 2 - Ultrasonic Testing | Sep 2024 | PCN No. 305966 | Certificate No. F246242EOV01L |
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| FROSIO Coating Inspector Level III | Aug 2024 | FROSIO ID 16996 | Certificate No. 14447 |
| PCN Level 2 - Radiographic Interpretation | May 2024 | PCN No. 305966 | Certificate No. FVR246342YOU0 |
- Fluor University Training - Pressure Vessels and Shop-Fabricated Piping | May 2024
| CSWIP 3.2 Senior Welding Inspector – TWI UK | 2023 | Certificate No. 358989/2 |
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- ASNT Level II - Magnetic Particle Testing | Sep 2023
- ASNT Level II - Dye Penetrant Testing | Sep 2023
- ASNT UT Level II
- ASNT VT Level II
- ASNT MT Level II
Work Experience
Feb 2026 – Aug
TPI AGENCY
Inspector on Behalf of Saipem
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections of WHRU stacks, casings, silencers, heat-exchanger tube bundles and louver dampers.
- Witnessed and reviewed NDT activities and verified compliance with approved procedures and project requirements.
- Witnessed hydrostatic testing and flushing of tube-bundle coils in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1.
- Inspected surface preparation, coating application and insulation activities; witnessed louver-damper FAT, final weighing and packing, MC check out and final inspection.
- Reviewed inspection records and final quality documentation.
⚠ Review: end date missing or unclear; employer replaced on AI judgment alone — verify agency status
Nov 2025 – Jan 2026
CNI
Welding, NDT & Coating Inspector
- Inspected pressure vessel fabrication in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1.
- Supervised welding, NDT, PWHT, hydrostatic testing and coating activities for carbon-steel and stainless-steel vessels.
- Monitored fabrication quality, conducted final inspections and reviewed MDR documentation.
Feb 2025 – Nov 2025
RUYA NOC
Welding, NDT, Coating & Installation Inspector
- Reviewed material certificates, inspected incoming materials and witnessed PMI of stainless-steel plates, pipes and fittings.
- Witnessed mechanical tests for WPS qualification, welder qualification and production testing.
- Monitored fit-up, welding and visual inspection activities; witnessed NDT for chemical platforms, tanks and air-compressor support structures.
- Witnessed coating procedure and production test panels, tank leak tests, piping and pressure-vessel hydrostatic tests, and pump performance and four-hour run tests.
- Verified skid installation, closed punch-list items, checked preservation and packing, and signed off inspection and NDT reports before client submission.
Nov 2024 – Jan 2025
Bason Yard
NDT Coordinator
- Reviewed NDT procedures, audited the NDT subcontractor and witnessed NDT mock-up tests.
- Monitored site NDT activities, performed random UT cross-checks and signed off NDT reports.
Apr 2024 – Sep 2024
TPI AGENCY
Third-Party Inspector
- Reviewed project and NDT procedures, WPSs and welder qualification records.
- Witnessed hydrostatic testing of WHRU convection coils and final packing activities.
- Reviewed and signed off inspection reports, NDT reports, packing lists and release certificates.
⚠ Review: dates overlap with PVC-MS Yard; employer replaced on AI judgment alone — verify agency status
Nov 2023 – May 2024
PVC-MS Yard
QA/QC Structural Inspector
- Conducted fit-up and visual inspections and coordinated final inspection invitations with the client.
- Witnessed UT and MT examinations and issued inspection reports.
⚠ Review: dates overlap with Alpha-ECC
May 2023 – Oct 2023
TPI AGENCY
On-Call Third-Party Inspector
- Reviewed welding procedures and witnessed welder qualification tests.
- Witnessed site load tests and hydrostatic tests; reviewed and signed off inspection, NDT and coating reports.
- Verified dimensional inspection records and certificates.
Nov 2022 – Apr 2023
TPI AGENCY
QC Inspector
- Inspected fabrication of 14-inch and 6-inch FLETs, wet-buckle assemblies, pig launchers, pig receivers and catenary wet-buckle dewatering heads.
- Witnessed NDT, reviewed radiographs and witnessed FAT and pressure testing in accordance with the Quality Plan and ITP.
- Verified dimensions, workmanship, marking, tagging, coating, painting, packing and loading.
- Reviewed material certificates and final manufacturing documentation and issued client visit, flash and weekly reports.
⚠ Review: employer replaced on AI judgment alone — verify agency status
Oct 2021 – Oct 2022
WASCO
QC Inspector
- Reviewed purchase orders, material requisitions, project specifications, delivery requirements and approved vendor documentation.
- Verified bills of materials against approved drawings and monitored the availability of plates, pipes, bars, forgings and bought-out items.
- Monitored vendor and sub-vendor manufacturing progress against planned, actual and forecast dates and followed up recovery actions for schedule slippage.
- Witnessed material, fit-up, visual, dimensional, blasting, hot-dip-galvanising and final inspections, including trial fit-up of complex structural joints.
- Reviewed MIRI, MTR, weld maps, weld-repair records, weld traceability, NDT and IRN documentation.
- Issued daily and weekly progress reports, attended weekly project meetings and reviewed final documentation for approval.
Apr 2020 – Sep 2021
Samsung Engineering
Piping / Welding Inspector
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
Jan 2019 – Feb 2020
Etec E&C
Pressure Vessel & Boiler Inspector
- Supervised fabrication and inspection of pressure vessels and shell-and-tube heat exchangers in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and TEMA.
- Reviewed fabrication dossiers, inspection reports, MRIRs, material certificates, WPS/PQR records and material and weld traceability.
- Verified nozzle orientation, weld preparation and fit-up; inspected boiler internals before tube-sheet installation.
- Conducted dimensional and visual inspections; witnessed and reviewed RT, UT, PT, MT, PMI, ferrite and hardness testing; monitored PWHT and hydrostatic testing.
- Witnessed leak tests and heat-exchanger bundle assembly and verified compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
May 2018 – Jan 2019
POS / Huynhdai
Piping / Welding Inspector
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
Jan 2018 – Mar 2018
NSRP
Radiographic Interpretation Inspector
- Reviewed radiographic films and issued daily reports to the team leader and manager.
- Participated in weekly quality meetings.
Jun 2017 – Dec 2017
POSCO E&C
Supervising Engineer
- Managed the QC team, allocated site inspection coverage and monitored project schedules against ITP requirements.
- Reviewed fabrication procedures, project specifications, drawings, codes and standards.
- Established QA systems and prepared PQRs, WPSs, welder qualification records, general procedures and audit documentation.
- Recommended corrective and preventive actions for welding defects and procedural non-compliance.
- Coordinated directly with contractor and client representatives to resolve welding-quality and code-compliance issues.
May 2016 – Mar 2017
JGCS Consortium
Piping / Welding Inspector
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections and monitored post-weld heat treatment.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
Feb 2016 – May 2016
CSWind Vietnam
Structural Inspector
- Witnessed welder qualification tests for FCAW, SMAW and GTAW processes and reviewed certificates before third-party submission.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and issued client inspection reports.
Aug 2015 – Jan 2016
Shelf Drilling
Supervisor
- Supervised work activities, allocated manpower and shifts and ensured workers were trained for assigned roles.
- Managed QC coverage, coordinated cross-training and resolved workplace and quality issues.
- Issued weekly and monthly activity reports to management.
May 2014 – Jul 2015
PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation (PTSC)
QA/QC Inspector
- Inspected incoming steel plates, pipes and other fabrication materials.
- Witnessed welder qualification tests for SMAW, FCAW, SAW and GTAW processes.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and witnessed NDT for topside, jacket and pile fabrication.
- Reported key inspection activities and conducted final inspections and MDR reviews.
Sep 2009 – Apr 2014
PetroVietnam Marine Shipyard (PVMS)
Welding Inspector
- Reviewed NDT procedures, audited NDT subcontractors and witnessed UT and cross-check examinations.
- Prepared and reviewed WPS/PQR records and witnessed welder and welding-operator qualification tests.
- Supported development of the project QA/QC management system and reviewed fabrication and welding specifications, quality requirements and schedule impacts.
- Controlled quality releases for welding, PWHT, consumables and material storage and handling; issued and closed NCRs where applicable.
- Prepared ITPs, work instructions and training documentation for QC personnel and supervisors.
⚠ Review: dates overlap with Leighton Asia
Apr 2012 – Sep 2012
Leighton Asia
QC Inspector
- Witnessed SMAW and GTAW welder qualification tests and reviewed certificates before third-party submission.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and packing and shipment inspections.
- Issued inspection reports for client review and approval.
⚠ Review: dates overlap with PetroVietnam Marine Shipyard (PVMS)
Sep 2002 – Sep 2009
TPI AGENCY
NDT Technician
- Performed RT, UT, MUT, MT, PT and ECT examinations and prepared NDT procedures.
- Managed NDT teams and manpower mobilisation schedules and coordinated directly with contractors and clients on NDT quality and code requirements.
- Prepared weekly progress reports and participated in client meetings.
Core Competencies
- Quality & Delivery | QA/QC surveillance; third-party inspection; site representation; vendor surveillance & expediting; Structure inspection, Piping inspection; ITP and procedure review; NCR and punch-list control; MDR and final release documentation.
- Inspection & Testing | WPS/PQR/WQT; material receiving and traceability; fit-up and visual inspection; Dimension inspection RT, UT, PAUT, MT, PT ECT, PMI, ferrite and hardness testing; PWHT; hydrostatic and leak testing; blasting, painting and coating inspection; FAT.
- Assets & Projects | Wellhead platforms; Jackets; Pressure vessels; boilers; Piping; Structural steel; Shell-and-tube heat exchangers; Chemical injection skids; tanks; WHRU; HPU; Jack-up rigs; Subsea packages; Wind-farm structures; Modules…
- Material experience | Carbon Steel (CS); Low Temperature Carbon Steel (LTCS); High temp Carbon steel P11; Stainless Steel (304/304L, 316/316L); Duplex & Super Duplex Stainless Steel; Inconel 625; 6Mo; Clad Materials..
Projects
FEB 2026 – AUG
Client: Saipem
Indonesia Kutei North Hub Project
Vendor: Alpha-ECC
Product: WHRU
Standards: ASME Section VIII, Division 1
Position: Inspector on Behalf of Saipem
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections of WHRU stacks, casings, silencers, heat-exchanger tube bundles and louver dampers.
- Witnessed and reviewed NDT activities and verified compliance with approved procedures and project requirements.
- Witnessed hydrostatic testing and flushing of tube-bundle coils in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1.
- Inspected surface preparation, coating application and insulation activities.
- Witnessed louver-damper FAT, final weighing and packing, MC check out and final inspection.
- Reviewed inspection records and final quality documentation.
NOV 2025 – JAN 2026
AI Waha DBN
Vendor: CNI
Product: Pressure vessels
Standards: ASME Section VIII, Division 1
Position: Welding, NDT & Coating Inspector
Location: Nhon Trach, Dong Nai
- Inspected pressure vessel fabrication in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1.
- Supervised welding, NDT, PWHT, hydrostatic testing and coating activities for carbon-steel and stainless-steel vessels.
- Monitored fabrication quality, conducted final inspections and reviewed MDR documentation.
FEB 2025 – NOV 2025
Client: NOC
RUYA NOC
Product: Chemical injection and air instrument package
Position: Welding, NDT, Coating & Installation Inspector
- Reviewed material certificates, inspected incoming materials and witnessed PMI of stainless-steel plates, pipes and fittings.
- Witnessed mechanical tests for WPS qualification, welder qualification and production testing.
- Monitored fit-up, welding and visual inspection activities.
- Witnessed NDT for chemical platforms, tanks and air-compressor support structures.
- Witnessed coating procedure and production test panels, tank leak tests, piping and pressure-vessel hydrostatic tests, and pump performance and four-hour run tests.
- Verified skid installation, closed punch-list items, checked preservation and packing, and signed off inspection and NDT reports before client submission.
NOV 2024 – JAN 2025
Phu Quoc POC - Lo B Jacket Project
Vendor: Bason Yard
Product: Jacket
Position: NDT Coordinator
- Reviewed NDT procedures, audited the NDT subcontractor and witnessed NDT mock-up tests.
- Monitored site NDT activities, performed random UT cross-checks and signed off NDT reports.
APR 2024 – SEP 2024
Quiluma & Maboqueiro (Q&M) Project - WHRU
Vendor: Alpha-ECC
Product: WHRU
Position: Third-Party Inspector
Location: Yard 5, Dong Xuyen Industrial Zone
- Reviewed project and NDT procedures, WPSs and welder qualification records.
- Witnessed hydrostatic testing of WHRU convection coils and final packing activities.
- Reviewed and signed off inspection reports, NDT reports, packing lists and release certificates.
NOV 2023 – MAY 2024
Client: Osted
Changhua Offshore Wind Farm CHW2204
Vendor: PVC-MS Yard
Product: Wind-farm structures
Position: QA/QC Structural Inspector
Location: Vung Tau
- Conducted fit-up and visual inspections and coordinated final inspection invitations with the client.
- Witnessed UT and MT examinations and issued inspection reports.
MAY 2023 – OCT 2023
Client: Ponticelli
DBN PWM & AB OBS (NOC)
Position: On-Call Third-Party Inspector on Behalf of DNV
Location: PTSC, Vung Tau
- Reviewed welding procedures and witnessed welder qualification tests.
- Witnessed site load tests and hydrostatic tests; reviewed and signed off inspection, NDT and coating reports.
- Verified dimensional inspection records and certificates.
NOV 2022 – APR 2023
Client: Santos Australia Pty Ltd
Barossa Project
Vendor: Fulkrum / Subsea 7
Product: FLETs, wet-buckle assemblies, pig launchers, pig receivers and catenary wet-buckle dewatering heads
Standards: Quality Plan and ITP
Position: QC Inspector
Location: PTSC-POS, Vung Tau
- Inspected fabrication of 14-inch and 6-inch FLETs, wet-buckle assemblies, pig launchers, pig receivers and catenary wet-buckle dewatering heads.
- Witnessed NDT, reviewed radiographs and witnessed FAT and pressure testing in accordance with the Quality Plan and ITP.
- Verified dimensions, workmanship, marking, tagging, coating, painting, packing and loading.
- Reviewed material certificates and final manufacturing documentation and issued client visit, flash and weekly reports.
OCT 2021 – OCT 2022
Client: INEOS
New Energy Plant
Vendor: WASCO
Product: Plates, pipes, bars, forgings and bought-out items
Position: QC Inspector
Location: ATAD, Dong Nai
- Reviewed purchase orders, material requisitions, project specifications, delivery requirements and approved vendor documentation.
- Verified bills of materials against approved drawings and monitored the availability of plates, pipes, bars, forgings and bought-out items.
- Monitored vendor and sub-vendor manufacturing progress against planned, actual and forecast dates and followed up recovery actions for schedule slippage.
- Witnessed material, fit-up, visual, dimensional, blasting, hot-dip-galvanising and final inspections, including trial fit-up of complex structural joints.
- Reviewed MIRI, MTR, weld maps, weld-repair records, weld traceability, NDT and IRN documentation.
- Issued daily and weekly progress reports, attended weekly project meetings and reviewed final documentation for approval.
APR 2020 – SEP 2021
Long Son Refinery Project
Vendor: Samsung Engineering
Product: Piping
Position: Piping / Welding Inspector
Location: Vung Tau
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
JAN 2019 – FEB 2020
Hyosung Chemical Project
Vendor: Etec E&C
Product: Pressure vessels, boilers and shell-and-tube heat exchangers
Standards: ASME Section VIII, Division 1; TEMA
Position: Pressure Vessel & Boiler Inspector
Location: CNI Factory, Dong Nai
- Supervised fabrication and inspection of pressure vessels and shell-and-tube heat exchangers in accordance with ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and TEMA.
- Reviewed fabrication dossiers, inspection reports, MRIRs, material certificates, WPS/PQR records and material and weld traceability.
- Verified nozzle orientation, weld preparation and fit-up; inspected boiler internals before tube-sheet installation.
- Conducted dimensional and visual inspections; witnessed and reviewed RT, UT, PT, MT, PMI, ferrite and hardness testing; monitored PWHT and hydrostatic testing.
- Witnessed leak tests and heat-exchanger bundle assembly and verified compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
MAY 2018 – JAN 2019
NARS Wellhead Platform Offshore Modification
Vendor: POS / Huynhdai
Product: Wellhead platform
Position: Piping / Welding Inspector
Location: Abu Dhabi Offshore
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
JAN 2018 – MAR 2018
Nghi Son Refinery Project
Vendor: NSRP
Position: Radiographic Interpretation Inspector
Location: Thanh Hoa, Vietnam
- Reviewed radiographic films and issued daily reports to the team leader and manager.
- Participated in weekly quality meetings.
JUN 2017 – DEC 2017
DANGOTE Header Heater Fabrication
Vendor: POSCO E&C
Product: Header heaters
Position: Supervising Engineer
Location: Nhon Trach, Dong Nai
- Managed the QC team, allocated site inspection coverage and monitored project schedules against ITP requirements.
- Reviewed fabrication procedures, project specifications, drawings, codes and standards.
- Established QA systems and prepared PQRs, WPSs, welder qualification records, general procedures and audit documentation.
- Recommended corrective and preventive actions for welding defects and procedural non-compliance.
- Coordinated directly with contractor and client representatives to resolve welding-quality and code-compliance issues.
MAY 2016 – MAR 2017
Nghi Son Refinery
Vendor: JGCS Consortium
Product: Piping
Position: Piping / Welding Inspector
Location: Thanh Hoa, Vietnam
- Performed material receiving, fit-up and visual inspections and monitored post-weld heat treatment.
- Reviewed test packages, completed line checks, issued punch lists and witnessed hydrostatic testing and reinstatement.
FEB 2016 – MAY 2016
Nobel Wind Project
Vendor: CSWind Vietnam
Product: Wind-turbine structures
Position: Structural Inspector
Location: Phu My, Ba Ria-Vung Tau
- Witnessed welder qualification tests for FCAW, SMAW and GTAW processes and reviewed certificates before third-party submission.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and issued client inspection reports.
AUG 2015 – JAN 2016
Galveston Key & Trident 9 Jack-Up Rig Repair and Modification
Vendor: Shelf Drilling
Product: Jack-up rigs
Position: Supervisor
Location: Bahrain
- Supervised work activities, allocated manpower and shifts and ensured workers were trained for assigned roles.
- Managed QC coverage, coordinated cross-training and resolved workplace and quality issues.
- Issued weekly and monthly activity reports to management.
MAY 2014 – JUL 2015
Marahaja Lela South Project
Vendor: PetroVietnam Technical Services Corporation (PTSC)
Product: Topside, jacket and pile fabrication
Position: QA/QC Inspector
Location: Vung Tau
- Inspected incoming steel plates, pipes and other fabrication materials.
- Witnessed welder qualification tests for SMAW, FCAW, SAW and GTAW processes.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and witnessed NDT for topside, jacket and pile fabrication.
- Reported key inspection activities and conducted final inspections and MDR reviews.
SEP 2009 – APR 2014
Tam Dao 3 jack-up rig; E320 lift-boat leg fabrication and erection; PVD-III drilling-rig repair; Tam Dao 5 jack-up rig
Vendor: PetroVietnam Marine Shipyard (PVMS)
Product: Jack-up rigs, lift-boat legs and drilling rigs
Position: Welding Inspector
Location: Vung Tau
- Reviewed NDT procedures, audited NDT subcontractors and witnessed UT and cross-check examinations.
- Prepared and reviewed WPS/PQR records and witnessed welder and welding-operator qualification tests.
- Supported development of the project QA/QC management system and reviewed fabrication and welding specifications, quality requirements and schedule impacts.
- Controlled quality releases for welding, PWHT, consumables and material storage and handling; issued and closed NCRs where applicable.
- Prepared ITPs, work instructions and training documentation for QC personnel and supervisors.
APR 2012 – SEP 2012
Ichthys Project
Vendor: Leighton Asia
Position: QC Inspector
Location: Phu My, Ba Ria-Vung Tau
- Witnessed SMAW and GTAW welder qualification tests and reviewed certificates before third-party submission.
- Conducted fit-up, visual and dimensional inspections and packing and shipment inspections.
- Issued inspection reports for client review and approval.
SEP 2002 – SEP 2009
C1 and CLPP wellhead platforms; Rang Dong field development topside and jacket; RUBI-A and RUBI-B wellhead platforms; CLPP process module Phase 2; Nam Con Son plant maintenance and Phase 2; Bunga Tulip A; Su Tu Vang flare boom; Dinh Co turnaround; Talisman wellhead platform; ship and FPSO repair and modification
Vendor: Alpha-Inspection (NDT)
Product: Wellhead platforms, topsides, jackets, process modules, ships and FPSOs
Position: NDT Technician
Location: Offshore and Onshore, Vung Tau
- Performed RT, UT, MUT, MT, PT and ECT examinations and prepared NDT procedures.
- Managed NDT teams and manpower mobilisation schedules and coordinated directly with contractors and clients on NDT quality and code requirements.
- Prepared weekly progress reports and participated in client meetings.
Languages
Skills
- QA/QC Surveillance
- Third-Party Inspection
- Site Representation
- Vendor Surveillance & Expediting
- Welding Inspection
- NDT Coordination
- Coating Inspection
- QA/QC Management Systems
- Procedure and ITP Review
- Final Documentation Review
Commodities
- WHRU
- Pressure Vessels
- Boilers
- Piping
- Structural Steel
- Shell-and-Tube Heat Exchangers
- Chemical Injection Skids
- Tanks
- Heat-Exchanger Tube Bundles
- Louver Dampers
- FLETs
- Wet-Buckle Assemblies
- Pig Launchers
- Pig Receivers
- Subsea Packages
- Wind-Farm Structures
- Jack-Up Rigs
- Wellhead Platforms
- Jackets
- Forgings
- Pipes
- Plates
- Fittings
- Pumps