VINOD CHERUVATHUR
ATEX Responsible person/QA/ QC Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer
Bahrain,Bahrain
Summary
Accomplished professional with specialization in ATEX compliance and engineering review of Ex equipment. Expertise in inspection planning according to IEC 60079-17 and installation of Ex systems, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards. Proven track record in implementing risk-based inspection methodologies and coordinating with vendors to enhance operational efficiency. Dedicated to advancing safety in hazardous environments through ongoing technical development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (ATEX Asset Integrity)
INTERTEK
, Bahrain
2024.01 - 2025.01
- Conducted ATEX asset integrity inspections for oil and gas and refinery facilities.
- Maintained Hazardous Area Equipment Register, tracking inspection statuses.
- Prepared and controlled ATEX Verification Dossiers using inspection records.
- Reviewed Ex certificates during material inspections, recording compliance status.
- Verified compliance of Ex equipment according to IEC 60079-17 and IEC 60079-19 standards.
- Applied Risk-Based Inspection principles to prioritise findings and corrective actions.
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (Client / TPI – Construction Phase)
UNISIS
, Bahrain
2022.01 - 2024.01
- Delivered client-side engineering inspection and quality oversight during EPC construction phase.
- Prepared and reviewed ATEX Verification Dossiers for new and modified Ex equipment.
- Reviewed hazardous area drawings and engineering documents following IEC 60079 and API RP 505 standards.
- Inspected installations, tie-in jobs, and testing of Ex electrical and instrumentation equipment.
- Managed interface with Client Ex Inspector to support Ex compliance decision-making.
- Maintained Hazardous Area Equipment Register prior to energisation, ensuring up-to-date information.
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (TPI – Construction Phase)
BUREAU VERITAS
Bahrain
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Conducted third-party inspections of Ex electrical and instrumentation equipment during panel installation.
- Assessed existing refinery tie-in jobs for compliance with current IEC certification standards.
- Attended FAT for Ex panels, providing advisory input on compliance and zone suitability.
- Reviewed Ex documentation, recording certification details in ATEX Verification Dossiers.
- Developed Ex certification and inspection plans to identify modifications and ensure safe operability.
- Applied Risk-Based Inspection principles to detect potential Ex non-conformities at early stages.
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (EPC Construction Phase)
AISTS
UAE
2019.01 - 2020.01
- Executed engineering inspections and quality control for EPC oil and gas projects.
- Supported engineering reviews and clarifications for Ex equipment in packaged systems.
- Prepared ATEX Verification Dossiers for Ex equipment and modifications.
- Conducted workshop and site inspections of Ex equipment installations.
- Coordinated with OEMs and vendors to ensure compliance with Ex documentation.
- Compiled inspection and test records for final project handover.
Senior QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (EPC Construction Phase)
GALFAR Engineering & Contracting
Oman
2013.01 - 2019.01
- Executed senior engineering QA/QC role on PDO and BP EPC projects with hazardous area focus.
- Supported ATEX Company Responsible Person activities during design and installation phases.
- Contributed to internal hazardous area design and installation programmes by PDO and BP.
- Prepared and maintained ATEX Verification Dossiers throughout construction and commissioning phases.
- Conducted CompEx-based inspections of Ex d, Ex e, Ex i equipment and installations.
- Ensured compliance with IEC 60079 standards and NEC 70 requirements.
Education
B.Tech - Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Calicut University
2008/2008 - 2012/2012
Skills
- ATEX compliance and support
- Engineering review of Ex equipment
- Hazardous area equipment management
- Inspection planning per IEC 60079-17
- Installation and verification of Ex systems
- Repair and modification of Ex equipment
- Knowledge of IEC standards for hazardous areas
- Experience with IECEx and ATEX formats
- Risk-based inspection methodologies
- Vendor coordination and technical clarifications
Certification
- CompEx Electrical – Ex01, Ex02, Ex03, Ex04 (Initial Certification: 2017 | Renewed after 5 years | Valid until Dec 2027)
- PDO Approved Ex Equipment Inspector License (Internal Authorization – PDO & BP Projects)
- Intrinsic Safety (Ex i) Circuit Design Awareness Training – BAPCO
- Internally conducted Hazardous Area Design & Installation Programs – PDO and BP
- ISO 9001Auditor
Timeline
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (ATEX Asset Integrity)
INTERTEK
2024.01 - 2025.01
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (Client / TPI – Construction Phase)
UNISIS
2022.01 - 2024.01
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (TPI – Construction Phase)
BUREAU VERITAS
2020.01 - 2022.01
QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (EPC Construction Phase)
AISTS
2019.01 - 2020.01
Senior QA/QC E&I; Engineer / CompEx Inspector (EPC Construction Phase)
GALFAR Engineering & Contracting
2013.01 - 2019.01
B.Tech - Applied Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Calicut University
2008/2008 - 2012/2012