RINA is currently recruiting for a
Inspection Senior RBI Engineer
to join its office in Chennai within the
Operations and Maintenance Engineering
Division.
Mission
The Senior RBI Engineer plays a pivotal role in optimizing inspection strategies within the Oil & Gas facilities or power plant by implementing risk-based inspection methodologies. Their mission is to assess the integrity of equipment and facilities, prioritize inspection activities based on risk assessment, and develop cost-effective inspection plans to ensure asset reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key Accountabilities
'Risk Assessment and Analysis:
- Conduct risk assessments of equipment and infrastructure using RBI methodologies.
- Identify and evaluate potential failure modes, consequences, and likelihood of failure.
- Analyze risk data to prioritize inspection activities according to risk levels.
Inspection Planning and Optimization:
- Develop risk-based inspection plans tailored to specific equipment and process units.
- Determine appropriate inspection techniques, frequencies, and inspection intervals based on risk assessment results.
- Optimize inspection schedules to minimize downtime and maximize asset integrity.
Data Management and Documentation:
- Maintain comprehensive records of inspection data, risk assessments, and inspection plans.
- Utilize software tools and databases to manage RBI data and documentation effectively.
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of RBI data for informed decision-making.
Continuous Improvement and Compliance:
- Identify opportunities for optimization and improvement of RBI processes and methodologies.
- Stay abreast of industry developments, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to RBI and asset integrity management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards, codes, and regulations governing inspection activities.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Communicate RBI findings, recommendations, and inspection plans to stakeholders, including engineering teams, inspection and asset integrity personnel, and management.
- Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement within the organization.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering
Qualifications
+10 years of experience, will be responsible for technical co-ordination, shall be API 571 Certified, shall be able to conduct RBI assessments.preferably be a member of the API-581 committee and/or expert of other industry best practice is recommended.Knowledge of corrosion and degradation mechanisms affecting upstream and refining industry.Knowledge of API-580/581 principles (API 580 certifications will be considered as plus)Bachelor’s Degree in Chemcal or Material Engineering.
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in risk-based inspection, integrity management, or asset reliability engineering within the Oil & Gas facilities or power plant industry.
- Proficiency in RBI methodologies, such as API RP 580/581, ASME PCC-3, or equivalent standards.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and perform risk assessments.
- Familiarity with inspection techniques, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and fitness-for-service assessment.
- Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, such as API, ASME, and OSHA.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, accuracy, and compliance in all aspects of work.
Competencies
- ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
- BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
- CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
- EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
- MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
- MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
- PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
- PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
- THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future
RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.
At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.
