Mechanical Integrity Engineer – Pressure Vessels and Tanks

The Mechanical Integrity Engineer (Mid-Level) is responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation of pressure vessels, atmospheric storage tanks, and static equipment by overseeing inspection, maintenance, and compliance programs. This role involves interpreting inspection data, assessing equipment condition, and providing technical recommendations based on industry standards and risk-based practices.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspection and Integrity Management:

• Develop and maintain inspection plans for pressure vessels, columns, drums, separators, and storage tanks (API 510/653).

• Interpret thickness readings, corrosion data, and NDE findings to assess asset condition.

• Support shutdown/turnaround planning and provide technical oversight during internal inspections.

2. Code Compliance and Engineering Assessment:

• Apply relevant codes and standards such as API 510, API 570, API 653, ASME Section VIII/IX, and NBIC.

• Perform basic fitness-for-service (FFS) evaluations, corrosion rate calculations, and minimum thickness assessments.

• Review and validate inspection and repair documentation.

3. Risk-Based Inspection (RBI):

• Participate in or lead RBI assessments for fixed equipment and tanks.

• Prioritize inspection schedules and mitigation plans based on risk evaluation.

• Integrate RBI outputs into asset integrity management systems.

4. Failure Investigation and Troubleshooting:

• Support root cause analysis (RCA) for mechanical failures involving pressure vessels or tanks.

• Document findings and recommend corrective actions to restore asset integrity.

• Interface with reliability, inspection, and maintenance teams.

5. Documentation & Software Tools:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date equipment histories, inspection records, and compliance documentation.

• Utilize CMMS, IDMS, or integrity management software for data tracking and reporting.

• Contribute to integrity audits and regulatory compliance reviews.

6. Project and Design Review Support:

• Review design packages, MOCs, and repair plans from a mechanical integrity perspective.

• Verify proposed modifications and materials are compliant with applicable standards and service requirements.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Mechanical Integrity of Pressure Vessels, Tanks, and Static Equipment

2. Interpretation of Inspection Data and Thickness Monitoring

3. Application of API 510, API 653, ASME, and NBIC Codes

4. Fitness-for-Service (Level 1/2) and Corrosion Analysis

5. Support for RBI and Risk-Based Decision Making

6. Management of Inspection Programs and Repair Plans

7. Technical Documentation and Asset Integrity Systems (IDMS/CMMS)

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

• 4–8 years of experience in mechanical integrity, inspection engineering, or static equipment reliability.

• Working knowledge of pressure vessel and tank integrity assessments.

• Familiarity with RBI methodology and integrity software tools.

• Preferred certifications: API 510, API 653, API 570, or equivalent.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of degradation mechanisms (corrosion, erosion, fatigue, etc.)

• Proficient in interpreting NDE reports, drawings, and inspection data

• Effective technical writing and reporting skills

• Strong safety awareness and field coordination experience

• Ability to interface with inspection, maintenance, and operations teams

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving in equipment integrity cases