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Senior Product & Application Specialist- NDT & Industrial Equipment & Consumables

JITHIN GEORGE RAJU

Ashraf & Co. Ltd.
Kuwait City,KU
JITHIN GEORGE RAJU
14
Years of experience
3
Certification
7

Year Technical Expertise in NDT Equipment & Technologies

Mechanical engineer with 11+ years of GCC experience, including 7+ years in non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment sales and application support at Ashraf & Co., Kuwait. Strong hands-on experience with Evident ultrasonic thickness gauges, ultrasonic flaw detectors, Phased Array Ultrasonic, Eddy Current and remote visual inspection (RVI) borescope. Manage annual sales of approximately KWD 400,000 (USD 1.3 million), combining customer demonstrations with technical proposals, account development and after-sales support. Serve oil and gas, petrochemical, aviation, power generation, manufacturing and government customers.

Work History

NDT Sr. Application Engineer

7 Years 6 Months
Ashraf & Co. Ltd. | 05.2019 - Current
  • Manage NDT equipment sales across Kuwait, generating approximately KWD 400,000 (USD 1.3 million) in annual revenue through technical sales and customer account development.
  • Conduct customer demonstrations, practical equipment trials and technical presentations to evaluate product suitability for inspection requirements and support purchasing decisions.
  • Provide application support for Evident ultrasonic thickness gauges, flaw detectors and RVI borescopes, including equipment setup, probe selection and operating guidance.
  • Review customer applications and specifications, recommend suitable equipment and accessories, and prepare technical proposals, commercial quotations and tender compliance documents.
  • Deliver equipment handover and operator training; provide after-sales troubleshooting and coordinate warranty, repair and service requirements with OEMs and service teams.
  • Develop customer relationships and sales opportunities across industrial and aviation markets; track enquiries, quotations and follow-ups through to order closure.
  • Coordinate with Evident, Fujifilm, MR Chemie and JME on product selection, technical clarifications, pricing, lead times and customer support.
  • Handle bids through CAPT, K-Tender and customer portals, including KOC, KNPC, KIPIC, MEW, MOD, MOI and Kuwait University requirements.
  • Negotiate commercial terms and coordinate sourcing, order processing, shipment schedules and deliveries with suppliers and internal teams.

Technical Procurement and Tendering Engineer

2 Years 2 Months
Century Mechanical Systems (CMS Global) | 03.2017 - 05.2019
  • Prepared technical proposals, quotations, cost estimates and tender submissions for mechanical, HVAC, fabrication and industrial engineering projects.
  • Evaluated supplier offers, reviewed technical compliance and negotiated pricing; coordinated with clients, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
  • Supervised factory production and delivery activities with teams of approximately 15-20 personnel, coordinating material availability, quality and project schedules.

Mechanical Engineer

2 Years 3 Months
Midous Waves | Riyadh | 08.2012 - 11.2014
  • Supervised mechanical installation, maintenance, testing and commissioning, coordinating site teams, subcontractors and material requirements.
  • Prepared schedules, technical reports and engineering estimates; supported quality control, NDT inspection activities and project handover.
  • Contributed to projects for Al Rajhi Bank, NCB Bank and Al Baha Municipality.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Vinayaka Mission Kirupananda Variyar Engineering College | India | 05.2007 - 06.2011

Graduated 2011

Skills

Non-destructive testing
Ultrasonic testing
Advanced eddy current testing
Magnetic particle testing
Weld inspection proficiency
Visual inspection techniques
Penetrant testing proficiency
MS office
Troubleshooting
Contract negotiation
Client relations
New business development
Sales operations
Account management
Strategic sourcing
New vendor setup
Purchasing processes
Supplier relationship management
Purchasing strategies

Certification

  • NDT Level II - Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT) and Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) | St. Johns Institute, India | SNT-TC-1A:2006.
  • Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) Level II | RVS Quality Certifications, India | SNT-TC-1A:2020.
  • Magnetic Flux Leakage Tank Floor Scanning | MFE Enterprises Inc., USA | API 653 Annex G and SNT-TC-1A.
  • Universal Testing Machine Service and Maintenance Training | Shimadzu Corporation.
  • Certified Procurement and Logistics Professional (CPLPro) | International Supply Chain Masters.

LANGUAGES AND MOBILITY

  • Languages: English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Arabic (Beginner)
  • Visa: Valid USA B-1/B-2 visa
  • Visa: Kuwait, Article 18- Transferable
  • Available for GCC business travel, customer demonstrations, OEM meetings and field support.

Personal Information

  • Nationality: Indian
  • Date of Birth: 08-April-2024
  • Marital status: Married

Timeline

NDT Sr. Application Engineer

Ashraf & Co. Ltd.
05.2019 - CurrentRead More

Technical Procurement and Tendering Engineer

Century Mechanical Systems (CMS Global)
03.2017 - 05.2019Read More

Mechanical Engineer

Midous Waves
08.2012 - 11.2014Read More

Vinayaka Mission Kirupananda Variyar Engineering College

Bachelor of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
05.2007 - 06.2011Read More
JITHIN GEORGE RAJUSenior Product & Application Specialist- NDT & Industrial Equipment & Consumables