Muthulakshmi Kanagaraj

Muthulakshmi Kanagaraj is a highly accomplished NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) professional, entrepreneur, and industry leader with extensive expertise across inspection, quality assurance, and advanced testing methodologies in the oil & gas and engineering sectors. She currently serves as the Founder of Muthulakshmi Certification Pvt. Ltd., where she is committed to advancing quality standards, training, and certification in NDT and inspection services. With a strong academic foundation in Materials Engineering from Anna University, Muthulakshmi has built over a decade of hands-on experience in welding inspection, corrosion, coating, and NDT practices.

Her professional journey includes key roles such as Quality Specialist at Sigma Oilfield Solution LLC in Abu Dhabi and Office Head at IXAR (Industrial X-Ray & Allied Radiographers), where she progressed from NDT Engineer to Senior Quality Engineer. She holds an impressive portfolio of global certifications, including ASNT Level III in multiple NDT methods (UT, RT, PT, MT, VT, ET, LT, and more), ISO 9712 Level III, and API certifications such as API 510, 570, 577, 653, and 936. Her qualifications are further strengthened by credentials in API Q1/Q2, ASME, and PMP, reflecting her multidisciplinary expertise in inspection, quality systems, and project management.

Deeply inspired by her father’s 30+ years of experience as an Ultrasonic Testing Technician, Muthulakshmi’s career is rooted in a passion for safety, precision, and engineering excellence. She is a strong advocate for diversity in technical fields and actively works to inspire women to pursue careers in NDT and engineering disciplines. Driven by a legacy of knowledge and mentorship, Muthulakshmi is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety and reliability while contributing to the growth of the global NDT community.