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Harinarayanan Karunakaran
Seasoned Oil & Gas leader with over 28 years of global experience in commissioning, automation, instrumentation, completions, and quality assurance across major energy projects
Lead Completions Engineer · Kellog Brown & Root (KBR)
About the Mentor
Harinarayanan Karunakaran is a seasoned Oil & Gas leader with over 28 years of global experience in commissioning, automation, instrumentation, completions, and quality assurance across major energy projects. A Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and Certified Functional Safety Professional (CFSP), he mentors aspiring engineers by sharing practical industry expertise, global project insights, and career guidance to help them succeed in the energy sector.
Core Industry Expertise
Commissioning & Completions Engineering
Leading mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and system handover for large-scale energy projects
Instrumentation & Automation
Expertise in process instrumentation, control systems, DCS, ESD, functional safety, and industrial automation
Oil & Gas Project Management
Managing multidisciplinary engineering activities across refineries, LNG facilities, offshore platforms, and petrochemical plants
Quality Assurance & Technical Integrity
Ensuring compliance with international quality, safety, and commissioning standards throughout project lifecycles
Global Engineering Leadership
Extensive experience collaborating with multicultural teams, contractors, and stakeholders across international projects
Mentorship Focus Areas
Careers in Oil & Gas
Understanding industry opportunities, career pathways, certifications, and global job prospects.
Commissioning & Instrumentation Engineering
Building technical knowledge in instrumentation, automation, commissioning, and completions.
Industry Readiness
Preparing graduates for project environments, workplace expectations, and technical interviews.
Professional Development
Guidance on career planning, international opportunities, resume building, and continuous learning
Engineering Leadership
Sharing practical insights on working in multidisciplinary teams, stakeholder management, and project execution
Specializations
Oil & Gas / Energy