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Mechanical Integrity Engineer (87836) Masters, BSME, PE, Corrosion Specialist, Materials Specialist / Refinery, Oil-Gas, Offshore, LNG, Chemical Plants / Will Relocate

A highly accomplished Texas Engineer with over 15 years of experience specializing in Mechanical Integrity, Corrosion Engineering, RBI, and Reliability Engineering within diverse industries such as refinery, petrochemical, and LNG. He holds a Masters and advanced qualifications in materials, welding, and corrosion engineering, including professional engineering certifications in multiple regions (USA, Canada, Korea). He brings a global perspective from working on high-impact projects across refineries, petrochemical plants, LNG facilities, and midstream oil and gas operations.

His extensive expertise in industry codes (API, ASME, NACE) and damage mechanisms uniquely positions him to lead Mechanical Integrity programs and ensure equipment reliability in PSM-regulated environments. He is a published author and technical consultant, he is a recognized expert in materials engineering and reliability-centered maintenance.

Game Changing Talent with a rare combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and global experience in Mechanical Integrity Corrosion, and Reliability Engineering. He brings a strong proficiency in industry codes, advanced inspection techniques, and corrosion analysis to the table.
With a proven history of delivering results in PSM-regulated environments, he is poised to make an immediate and lasting impact on any organization looking to raise the bar! He is currently employed but projects have slowed and he is interested in exploring new opportunities. This Houston base talent is willing to relocate for the right opportunity. His exceptional background includes:

• Managed high-value projects, such as refinery revamps and LNG terminal developments, ensuring on-time delivery, cost savings, and adherence to safety standards.
Over 25 years of experience in PSM-regulated industries, including refineries, petrochemical plants, and LNG facilities.
Expert in API 510, 570, 653, 571, 579, 580, and ASME standards (B31.3, Sec VIII, IX) with a strong background in interpreting and applying these codes for design, inspection, and repairs.
Proficient in NDE methods (UT, RT, PAUT, TOFD) and mechanical tests (CVN, creep, tensile), ensuring robust assessment of equipment integrity.
• Extensive expertise in corrosion mechanisms, materials selection, damage mitigation, and advanced inspection techniques, including NDE and smart pigging.
• Designed and maintained a wide range of fixed equipment, including pressure vessels, tanks, piping systems, heat exchangers, and boilers across multiple international projects.
• Led Mechanical Integrity programs in large-scale projects, including RBI management, inspection planning, and asset lifecycle optimization.
• Managed high-value projects, such as refinery revamps and LNG terminal developments, ensuring on-time delivery, cost savings, and adherence to safety standards.
Global Expertise: Extensive international experience in Mechanical Integrity, RBI, and Corrosion Engineering across diverse industries and geographies.
Technical Mastery: Unmatched knowledge of damage mechanisms, advanced inspection techniques, and industry standards (API, ASME, NACE).
Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, mentor contractors, and manage large-scale MI and reliability improvement programs.
Regulatory Compliance: Deep familiarity with PSM standards, ensuring adherence to OSHA, EPA, and international safety and environmental regulations.
Project Impact: Delivered transformative results on high-profile projects, including cost-saving initiatives, asset reliability improvements, and lifecycle optimization.
LNG Canada Project: Led Corrosion and Reliability Engineering for cryogenic and sour service equipment, improving equipment integrity and performance in extreme conditions.
Refinery Revamp: Oversaw RBI and Mechanical Integrity for major refinery upgrades, ensuring compliance with PSM regulations and extending asset lifecycles.
Offshore FPSO Reliability: Conducted RCFA and developed solutions to address repeated failures, enhancing offshore asset availability and reducing unplanned downtime.
Mechanical Integrity Program Leadership: Implemented advanced MI strategies for facilities in Canada, Korea, and the USA, saving millions in maintenance costs and improving operational efficiency.
• Managed RBI and reliability projects for facilities across Oman, UAE, and Brazil, ensuring compliance with international engineering standards.
• Directed MIQA strategies for major projects, including Dow P2Z PE Project and Woodfibre LNG Project.
• Streamlined inspection, testing, and preventive maintenance plans across multiple facilities in North America and Australia.

• Reliability-Maintenance 15yrs
• Refinery-15yrs, Petrochemical-10yrs, LNG-5yrs
• Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance (MIQA)
• Ensuring Process Equipment Application Suitability
• Improving Mechanical Integrity / Uptime
• Ensuring Spare Parts Meet Code
• Equipment Utilization Metrics
• Establishing Written Procedures
• Managing PM Work Orders
• Reducing Mechanical Breakdowns
• Maintaining ASME Certifications On Pressure Vessels
• Maintaining Mechanical Integrity Documentation
• Maintaining Process Equipment Inspection Documentation
• API Codes / ASME Codes
• Asset Integrity Management systems
• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
• Failure Analysis Investigations
• Finite Element Method
• Identifying Equipment Deficiencies
• Improving Equipment Reliability
• Inspection / Testing Task Planning
• Inspection, Testing and Preventive Maintenance (ITPM) plans
• Management of Change (MOC)
• Operational Hazard Analysis
• Reliability Centered Maintenance
• Replacement In Kind Parts Program
• Risk Analysis
• Root Cause Failure Analysis
• Corrosion Analysis
• Design Failure Analysis
• Fatigue / Creep Analysis
• Fault Tree Analysis
• Non Destructive Testing
• Testing Process Equipment
• Thermal Stress Analysis
• Thermography
• Vibration Fatigue Analysis, alignment
• Weibull Analysis
• Training Contractors On Processes

Publications and Contributions:
• “Handbook of Engineering Practice of Materials and Corrosion” (Springer, 2020)
• Forthcoming: “Troubleshooting and Solution of Heat Exchangers” (2024-2025)

Technical Skills:
• Proficient in advanced software tools: AutoCAD, CMMS Maximo, PV Elite
• Expertise in testing and inspection methods, including thermography and ultrasonic testing (UT-TOFD/PAUT)
• Deep knowledge of ASME BPVC, API 579, and industry standards for safety and reliability

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• M.S. (3.92/4.0)/ Metallurgical (Corrosion) Engineering, Yonsei University, S. Korea, 1995
• B.S./ Mechanical Engineering, Ulsan University, S. Korea
• NACE Annual Conference, USA,
• API 579, IACET
• Practical Loss Control Leadership, DNV
• FE Analysis
• Advanced Root Course Failure Analysis (RCFA 2003), Lincoln, 2005
• NACE Training Course : Materials Selection/Design and Coating & Lining, USA, 1993 & 1998
• NACE Accredited Corrosion Specialist
• Professional Engineer (Mechanical and Metallurgical Engineering) in Alberta and British Columbia, Canada
• API 510, 570, and 653 compliant

LICENSES & REGISTRATION
• NACE accredited Corrosion Specialist, USA (eq. or higher than API 510, 570, 653, 571, 580)
• NACE accredited Materials Selection/Design Specialist, USA
• Professional Engineer in Mechanical Engineering, Alberta & BC Canada
• Professional Engineer in Metallurgical Engineering, S. Korea
• Professional Engineer in Welding, S. Korea

AFFILIATIONS
• Member of NACE (National Association of Corrosion Engineers), USA since 1993
• Member of API/NACE Technical Committees: DSS-API TR938-C, Cr-Mo-(V)-API 934 series, 9Cr-1Mo- V-API TR938-B, Corrosion-API 571/CUI-API RP538 & NACE RP0198/Wet H2S/CO2/SCC/High
• Temperature Sulfidation-API RP939-C, NACE #34103, HTHA-API RP941, PASCC/Amine/ HF/Caustic/Mixing Point, Welding, RBI, PMI, MPT) since 2006
• NACE Certification Approver, USA since 2006
• NACE Papers Reviewer (RCFA), USA since 2014
• MTI Member, since 2015