Dhinesh Muniappan

I am a Structural Engineer currently serving as a Senior Material Engineer at Fugro Suhaimi Company Ltd in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia. With extensive experience in structural forensic engineering, I have led structural investigations on over 20 complex structures, identifying failure causes and recommending repairs for a variety of structures, including towers and marine structures, as well as oil and gas facilities. My skills encompass site surveys, developing BoQ, and managing bidding processes for condition assessments projects. Additionally, I oversee civil laboratory operations and lead the Material Engineering Department, focusing on capex budgeting, new product development, product upgrades, and cost optimization initiatives for a range of construction materials. My career has involved all facets of project development, from conception and strategic planning to process improvement and establishing procurement protocols.

In addition to my core engineering skills, I bring robust expertise in product benchmarking and customer relationship management, addressing complaints, conducting product demonstrations, and presenting to corporate clients. My background includes designing and documenting processes for new manufacturing setups, ensuring efficient workflow and quality output. I have practical experience with cementitious chemical admixtures, including water-retaining agents, polymers, and superplasticizers, and have also worked with sustainable and alternative cementitious materials, reinforcing my commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in the industry.

• With 13 years of professional research experience, including 8 years of middle management experience, I am well-equipped to provide valuable insights and solutions to complex problems.
• Having extensive knowledge of laboratory practices and operations, along with a strong understanding of coordinating the daily operational needs of the testing laboratory.
• Possessing a strong technical knowledge in cement, mortars, and other cement-based products, with a focus on innovation and sustainability within the cement and mortars industry.
• Having detailed knowledge in project management, including planning and tracking progress, timelines, and budgets.
• Worked on New Product Development, Product Upgradationand Cost Optimization initiative projects for HPC, Concrete Mix designs, cementitioustile adhesive, GP grouts, repair mortars, underlayment’s (DMM)& concrete precast products.
• Involved in new idea generations, strategizing, process efficiency improvement, new instrument procurements & development groupsof the organization.
• Customer Relationship Management- Customer complaintanalysis, product demos and presentation to corporate clients.
• Design, Development & Documentation of products and process flow for new Manufacturing set up establishments.
• Hands on experience on cementitious chemical admixtures- Water retaining agents (cellulose ether & starch ether); Re- dispersible polymers, Accelerators, Retarders, Superplasticizers (SMF, SNF and PC based), air entertainers, thixotropic additives.
• Having knowledge of IS, ASTM, ANSI, EN, ISO, standardsfor developing and testing the dry mortar/cementitious systems.
• Having networking skills with domesticand global technicalteams for Knowledgesharing, discussion, and formulation transfer.
• Involve in providing technical Support to internal and external customers for Dry Mix Mortar products, Advanced Concretes, Gypsum GIFA flooring, etc.
• Skills to identify and understand the market requirements, competitive strengths/weakness, technology, and other key opportunities in the relatedfields.
• Emphasizing more on specialproducts which gives extra mileageto the company.
• Having a deep understanding and proficiency in evaluating structural conditions and conducting forensic investigations.

(M. Tech (Structural Engineering