Ram Prasad Ramakrishnan

Offshore Field Engineer

4 years of offshore field experience

About Me

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Professional Background

An Offshore Field Engineer experienced in Offshore Subsea Structure Installation, Subsea Cable lay Vessel Mobilization, Methods, Construction support & ROV Inspection in the Oil & Gas EPCI industry in Qatar.
Graduated from the University of Strathclyde, UK with Master's in Marine Engineering

Name:

Ram Prasad Ramakrishnan

Position:

Offshore Field Engineer

Experience:

4 Years

Availability:

Full time / Rotation basis

Work Experience

Associate Field Engineer

McDermott International, Qatar

Aug 2022 – Present

Managed offshore vessel mobilization and installation operations for the NFXP campaign, ensuring procedural compliance and seamless execution across stakeholders.

Key Achievements:
  • Mobilized DP and support vessels across UAE and Qatar for offshore campaigns.
  • Prepared and reviewed installation procedures, lift charts, and sequence drawings.
  • Monitored offshore execution and maintained installation tolerances per client specs.
  • Assisted construction manager in tracking project progress and reporting delays.
  • Planned vessel movements and optimized tug, barge, and supply logistics.
  • Liaised with offshore personnel to ensure smooth operations.
  • Performed yard inspections and rigging recertification pre-campaign.
  • Logged vessel downtime and submitted reports to project management.
  • Completed QELNG ePTW training and ensured permit compliance.

Projects:
  • Crossing Support Subsea Structures Installation:Loadout & Installation of 893 structures comprising Steel Bridges, Steel Sleepers, ZRB Sleepers, Concrete Sleepers & Mattresses using DP vessel.
  • Cable Lay Vessel Mobilization:269KMs of Subsea Cable transpooled onto Cable Lay DP Vessel mobilized from China to Qatar. Yard inspection & verification of Cable Lay accessories like Centralizer, Bend restrictor & Cable End cap seals. Platform Support Vessel DP vessel mobilized at Qatar including installation of Heave Compensated Gangway for personnel transfer from Vessel to Platform.
  • Looping Platform Installation:6 x Temporary looping platforms installed on the Jacket platforms SIMPOS with the Drill rigs amidst ongoing drilling activities.
  • Installation of DP2 Reflectors:Fabricated hand made (DIY) reflectors using SOLAS approved reflective tapes & installed on live Jacket platforms to comply with the DP reference Client requirement.
  • MEG Riser Inspection:Inspection of Thickness deterioration on the pre-installed MEG risers on the Jacket Platform.

Marine Surveyor

SAAR GLOBAL SERVICES L.L.C, Qatar

Feb 2021 – July 2022

Conducted vessel, cargo, and container surveys, while managing port operations to support safe and timely loading and discharge.

Key Achievements:
  • Performed accident investigations and monitored loading/discharge of cargo including Steel Bulk Pipes and Aluminum Ingots
  • Assessed container and cargo condition to determine nature, cause, and extent of damage
  • Executed cargo expediting (Port captaincy) for Charterers/Ship Owners to minimize discharge delays
  • Inspected lashing/securing to prevent cargo movement during voyage
  • Verified Safety Working Load (SWL) of lifting gear used for discharge
  • Ensured safe cargo movement with proper securing from discharge point to installation site
  • Served as Vessel In-charge for Aluminum Ingots loading
  • Coordinated with suppliers and logistics for yard cargo arrangement
  • Inspected and implemented proper stowage plan based on cargo dimensions
  • Assessed lashing with belts/chains and appropriate securing methods

Skills & Education

Technical Skills

  • Excellent Communication & Presentation Skills
  • Strong Team Player
  • leadership Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • NDT : Ultrasonic Testing Level 2 Inspector
  • Software's : CAD , MATLAB
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

MSc. in Marine Engineering

University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, United Kingdom

2017 – 2018

Modules :Advanced Marine Engineering, System Availability and Maintenance, Maritime Safety and Risk, Marine Environment Protection and Safety, Maritime Transport

Dissertation :Hull Condition Assessment of the vessel using artificial intelligence

B.E in Mechanical Engineering

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Anna University, India

2013 – 2017

Modules : Dynamics, Materials, Structural Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Thermodynamics, Design, Electrical Machines and Control, Fluid Mechanics

Dissertation :Air assisted windshield wiper system in automobiles. 6-month specialized program focused on deepwater drilling technologies and safety systems

Notable Projects

6" MES Riser ROV inspection

6" MES Riser ROV inspection

Riser Inspection on the Pre-Installed Jackets using ROV's to ascertain the thickness of deterioration due to water ingress

Subsea Structures Installation using Millenium 3 - DP Vessel

Subsea Structures Installation using Millenium 3 - DP Vessel

Loadout & Installation of 626 Subsea strutures including steel bridge, steel sleepers, concrete mattresses/blocks

Subsea Structures Installation using Telford 25 - 3 DP Vessel

Subsea Structures Installation using Telford 25 - 3 DP Vessel

Loadout & Installation of 267 Subsea strutures including steel bridge, steel sleepers, concrete mattresses/blocks. Installation of 6x Temporary Looping Platforms on the jackets SIMOPS with Drill rigs.

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Subsea Cable Lay Installation

Installation of Stern chute, Roller tables & Tugger winches on HKMG vessel. Mobilized Platorm Support Vessel -Britoil Diamond for the Subsea Cable Pull in works. Installed heave compensated gangway complying with client requirements. Installed Reflectors on the rigless jackets for the DP reference systems

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Phone

+91 747 0451097

Email

ramprasad1011@gmail.com

Location

Doha, Qatar

Work Schedule

Full time / Rotation basis

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