Experienced Materials & Corrosion Engineer

The Equity Engineering Group, Inc.•Shaker Heights, OH

2d•$115,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineering Group, Inc. is an employee-owned engineering and technology firm whose focus is providing specialized engineering consulting services for new and aging infrastructure in the refining, petrochemical, chemical, and other industries. Our goal is to develop and transfer technologies that help clients improve safety and profitability by managing risk and maximizing equipment availability while controlling costs. At , we work together as a team to deliver technical excellence to our clients by approaching new opportunities with curiosity and creativity. fosters an atmosphere dedicated to learning and innovation where entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork flourish. Whether you are a seasoned professional or recent college graduate, will provide you with unparalleled opportunities to collaborate with world-renowned experts to develop a solid foundation for career growth. We are currently seeking experienced Materials and corrosion staff engineers with 10+ years of experience for our Materials and Corrosion Engineering team! This position will support Materials Consulting, Risk-Based Inspection, Fitness-For-Service and Failure Analysis activities. REPORTS TO: Team Leader of Materials & Corrosion Engineering. key Responsibilities: The Materials and corrosion staff engineer primary duties are to develop and communicate expertise on materials selection, damage mechanism reviews/identification, corrosion monitoring and control, failure analysis, interpretation of inspection data, critical reliability variables, welding and fabrication troubleshooting, mechanical design review, and equipment repair. Act as a technical resource in analysis of data, damage mechanisms, and equipment/piping reliability plans Supports/performs materials lab work relating to failure analysis or remaining life assessment. Lead the development of materials test facilities, test procedures and engineering standard work practices. Act as the materials and corrosion team technical expert for FFS assessments of existing equipment. Facilitate damage mechanism reviews (DMR) for new equipment and revalidations. Review weld procedures for materials requirements and appropriate application. Review and carry out corrosion rate assessment and prepare corrosion management documentation. Provide corrosion input to risk-based inspection (RBI) plans. Act as technical resource in the development, implementation, and sustainment of CCDs and IOWs. Mentor engineers and others in materials selection, welding and fabrication, and corrosion control programs Establish turnarounds and failure analysis investigations at client’s facilities by providing on-site “problem solving” support. Provide materials engineering support to other groups at Equity, including FFS and RBI. Provide materials engineering support to fixed equipment asset strategies, which includes sustaining the living program for piping and developing asset strategies for pressure vessels Lead the development and presentation of training courses. Develop proposals for work, supports team projects, and perform other administrative job-tracking and time-keeping tasks. Assists with technology development related to international standards and publications. Attends and participates at industry conferences and meetings. Performs standard equipment modeling, computations or analysis (Code Calculations, Advanced Finite Element Analysis models, RBI calculations/inspection history grading). Lead project proposal, execution and documentation. Steer the writing of technical reports and validate accuracy of work as related to QA/QC program. Co-authors technical reports, validates accuracy of work as related to QA/QC program as well as co-authors articles. Provide consultancy to customers on their facilities during design, construction, operations and maintenance on matters pertaining to corrosion management Ensure feasible technical recommendations and viable solutions are identified and implemented to manage risk, production efficiency, defect elimination and standardization, to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant operations.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or Corrosion Engineering, or related field.
A minimum of 10 years of applicable experience in corrosion management, metallurgical services and welding engineering in the oil and gas industry.
Proven expertise of corrosion mechanisms, inspection practices and techniques, material properties, and repair techniques as specified in the selection criteria.
Proven knowledge of the various international standards and codes including NACE, ASME, API and ASTM with emphasis on corrosion and inspection codes such as API-571, API-580, API-570 and API-510.
Professional accreditation e.g., Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer Certifications in API 571, 510, 570. 570 or 580 is preferred
Expertise in assessment and design of pressure vessels, piping, tanks and structures related to industry standards (i.e. ASME/API/ASCE codes and standards and Equity Engineering Practices (EEP’S)).
Proficiency using Microsoft Office products for engineering calculations and reporting.
Experience with applicable analytical software and validation of results, technical report writing, computer programming and data handling.
10+ years’ experience working in the field of corrosion or materials engineering in oil and gas facilities
Technical expertise in several areas related to the discipline applied to Refinery Operations. These include: Damage mechanisms and materials selection Understanding of oil and gas processing units Inspection techniques Failure investigation Chemical treatments for corrosion control Corrosion management programs Fabric maintenance / painting / coatings
In-depth working knowledge in API 580, API 510, API 570, API 571, API 653, NACE, BS/ISO/EN/AS standards, AWS/CSWIP/ASNT NDT technique
Subject matter expertise in oil and gas production processes and damage mechanism.
Demonstrates a few of the characteristics of an ideal team player: humility, a strong desire to learn, initiative, a motivation to assist others, a consistent work ethic, a team-first attitude, participating and thriving in a team environment, and an ability to deal and communicate with a range of personalities.
Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.
Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proven ability to multi-task.
A strong work ethic and the desire for a challenging, rewarding and progressive work environment.
Ability to interface with clients at all levels, (i.e., engineers, managers, operators and mechanics).
Availability to travel up to 25% of time for both short and mid-term assignments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to create and deliver effective presentations.
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

AMPP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and communicate expertise on materials selection, damage mechanism reviews/identification, corrosion monitoring and control, failure analysis, interpretation of inspection data, critical reliability variables, welding and fabrication troubleshooting, mechanical design review, and equipment repair.
Act as a technical resource in analysis of data, damage mechanisms, and equipment/piping reliability plans
Supports/performs materials lab work relating to failure analysis or remaining life assessment.
Lead the development of materials test facilities, test procedures and engineering standard work practices.
Act as the materials and corrosion team technical expert for FFS assessments of existing equipment.
Facilitate damage mechanism reviews (DMR) for new equipment and revalidations.
Review weld procedures for materials requirements and appropriate application.
Review and carry out corrosion rate assessment and prepare corrosion management documentation.
Provide corrosion input to risk-based inspection (RBI) plans.
Act as technical resource in the development, implementation, and sustainment of CCDs and IOWs.
Mentor engineers and others in materials selection, welding and fabrication, and corrosion control programs
Establish turnarounds and failure analysis investigations at client’s facilities by providing on-site “problem solving” support.
Provide materials engineering support to other groups at Equity, including FFS and RBI.
Provide materials engineering support to fixed equipment asset strategies, which includes sustaining the living program for piping and developing asset strategies for pressure vessels
Lead the development and presentation of training courses.
Develop proposals for work, supports team projects, and perform other administrative job-tracking and time-keeping tasks.
Assists with technology development related to international standards and publications.
Attends and participates at industry conferences and meetings.
Performs standard equipment modeling, computations or analysis (Code Calculations, Advanced Finite Element Analysis models, RBI calculations/inspection history grading).
Lead project proposal, execution and documentation.
Steer the writing of technical reports and validate accuracy of work as related to QA/QC program.
Co-authors technical reports, validates accuracy of work as related to QA/QC program as well as co-authors articles.
Provide consultancy to customers on their facilities during design, construction, operations and maintenance on matters pertaining to corrosion management
Ensure feasible technical recommendations and viable solutions are identified and implemented to manage risk, production efficiency, defect elimination and standardization, to deliver safe, reliable, and compliant operations.