Sunil Thomas Vettikombil
About Sunil Thomas Vettikombil
Sunil Thomas Vettikombil is a Mechanical Superintendent-Tanks at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in engineering, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of storage tanks across various international locations.
Title and Current Position
Sunil Thomas Vettikombil holds the title of Mechanical Superintendent-Tanks at ExxonMobil. He has been with the company since 2019 and is based in the United Kingdom. His role involves managing and coordinating the construction and maintenance of storage tanks, ensuring that all project activities adhere to contractual requirements, specifications, and quality control plans.
Previous Work Experience at POSCO International Corp
From 2016 to 2019, Sunil worked at POSCO International Corp in London, England, as a Senior Construction Supervisor. During his tenure, he was responsible for overseeing construction projects and ensuring that they met the required specifications and quality standards. He also coordinated with various teams and conducted regular site inspections.
Background and Work at CB&I
Before joining POSCO, Sunil had an extensive career with CB&I, where he served in various roles across different regions. From 2014 to 2016, he was a Construction Supervisor in Doha, Qatar. Prior to that, he was a Project Engineer in Saudi Arabia from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Senior Field Engineer-Tanks in the United Arab Emirates from 2011 to 2012.
Field Engineer Trainee at ExxonMobil
Sunil began his career at ExxonMobil as a Field Engineer Trainee-LNG Tanks from 2010 to 2011, based in South Africa. In this role, he gained valuable experience in the fundamental engineering, fabrication, and installation of LNG storage tanks, which laid the foundation for his future specialization in this field.
Educational Background
Sunil Thomas Vettikombil earned his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering from the Ahmedabad Institute Of Technology Gota in Ahmedabad. His academic background provided him with the technical knowledge and skills necessary for his specialized career in the engineering and construction of storage tanks.
Specialized Skills and Expertise
Sunil is specialized in the engineering, fabrication, installation, startup, and repair of all types of storage tanks. He is well-versed in various international standards and codes, including ASME B31.1, 31.3, Section V, IX, ASTM, API 620, 650, 653, and AWWA. His role involves ensuring adherence to project specifications and quality control plans, as well as conducting frequent site inspections and client meetings.