Hymer Bryan Holgado

Leads the reliability function for a 2×135 MW CFB power plant, managing both QA/QC inspection and Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) programs. Oversees boiler integrity through pressure parts inspection, welding and refractory assessment, and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) planning in compliance with ASME standards. Handles CBM of steam turbines and critical rotating equipment using vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and performance monitoring. Directs cross-functional teams to execute inspections, diagnose faults, and implement reliability-focused solutions. Committed to maximizing asset availability, reducing forced outages, and ensuring safe, efficient plant operations through a data-driven, proactive maintenance strategy.

Leads the QA/QC function for a 2x135MW CFB power plant with a strong focus on Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) strategies. Manages a multidisciplinary QA/QC team in executing inspection programs for critical pressure parts—including boiler tubes, headers, superheaters, and high-energy piping—as well as refractory systems. Oversees NDT, welding quality control, and refractory inspections during both routine operations and major turnarounds. Ensures compliance with ASME codes, ISO standards, and plant-specific requirements. Coordinates with O&M teams for inspection planning, corrective action implementation, and minimizing downtime. Drives continuous improvement and reliability through proactive quality leadership and RBI-based asset integrity management.

Specialized in quality assurance and control of Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) boiler systems in operational power plants. Responsible for planning and executing inspections during outages and online conditions, covering pressure parts, headers, tubes, and auxiliary systems. Experienced in managing NDT activities (UT, MT, PT, RT), welding inspection, and boiler tube failure analysis. Ensures compliance with ASME and power plant codes, prepares inspection reports and repair plans, and coordinates with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime. Skilled in tracking non-conformities, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining safety and quality standards in a live plant environment.

• Develop and implement reliability programs for rotating, and static equipment in refinery process units.
• Conduct Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) studies to determine optimal maintenance strategies.
• Monitor asset health through condition monitoring techniques (e.g., vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, ultrasonic testing).
• Prepare detailed RCA reports with recommended corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide reliability engineering input during shutdowns, turnarounds, and capital projects.

• Review and implement the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for all construction works.
• Prepare and maintain QA/QC records including inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and corrective action requests (CARs).
• Conduct incoming material inspections, verifying conformity against approved specifications and drawings.
• Witness and verify welding, NDT, hydrostatic, pneumatic, and leak tests on piping, tanks, and pressure vessels.

• Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination, September 2012, Top #6, 93.15%

• 2nd Honorable Mention

• 1st Honorable Mention