Mr. Shanbhag is a chief Metallurgist with over 26 years of experience. He serves as a technical expert on the most complex metallurgical testing projects.

Mr. Shanbhag is "Hands-on" in the laboratory and performs material testing, analysis and results interpretation of numerous samples analyzed through the laboratory including mechanical, chemical, metallography and corrosion. He is part of the investigative team that performs failure and root cause analysis of failed components.

He performs and assists in routine metallurgy, including micro preparation, etching, phase counting, grain size measurement, micro structural assessment etc. He administers the mechanical test laboratory when team members are conducting tests such as Tensile, Charpy Impact, Sour Gas corrosion testing including HIC and SSCC, and Microstructure Analysis.

He interfaces with the machining department to ensure that samples are prepared as per the ASTM, NACE, BS, IS or client-specified standards. Mr. Shanbhag reviews, recommends and implements new and enhanced testing equipment or protocols. He has the unique ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions. He has a strong understanding of QA principals (NABL and ISO/IEC 17025) and good inter-personal skill.

Mr. Shanbhag is skilled in mentoring, supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees. He provides guidance and counsel to fellow team members and is capable of cross-training department personnel to perform job functions in various testing areas. Interface with customers and vendors in technical issues related to materials and special processes. Assist the customer relations team and help resolve issues in a timely and effective manner. Contributes to the improvement of metallurgical testing department by advising on new test equipments and latest innovative procedures.

Mr. Shanbhag is a Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgy.