Mechanical Reliability Engineer (215577) BSME, PE / Oil-Gas, Powerplant, Petrochemical, Refinery, Manufacturing, Pipeline, Paper Mill / PSM, Ammonia / Will relo
Texas-based Mechanical Project Reliability Engineer with 20+ years of experience in Oil, Gas, Refinery, and Chemical sectors, with deep involvement in PSM-regulated environments. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M University. HE is a registered PE Professional Mechanical Engineer, and is a standout candidate due to his extensive PSM-regulated industry experience, deep technical knowledge, and experience in mechanical integrity and asset reliability programs. He also has direct experience with supporting a pipeline project and an X-Ray detection system. His ability to conduct root cause failure analyses and implement advanced inspection techniques makes him uniquely suited to this role. His alignment with the duties and qualifications ensures that he is a strong fit for the role and can immediately contribute to optimizing asset integrity and regulatory compliance. He is willing to relocate. His notable experience includes:
• Pipeline Corrosion monitoring.
• Involved in PSM audits/studies for midstream companies.
• Project management and engineering for the installation of a 4” Backup Natural Gas Supply pipeline
• Project management and engineering during the design phase for Seadrift Coke’s new X-Ray Detection System.
• Posses significant expertise in PSM compliance, asset integrity, and mechanical integrity principles, including knowledge of API and ASME codes.
• Specific Examples: He has overseen API 650 ammonia storage tank repairs and led asset integrity programs in projects like pipelines, compressors, and pressure vessels.
• Experience: Familiar with inspection/testing protocols for vessels, tanks, piping, and heat exchangers.
• Specific Examples: Provided inspection services for ammonia storage tanks and designed NFPA-compliant fire protection systems for API-560 hydrocarbon tank storage facilities.
• Experience: Strong record of conducting RCFA, including failure analysis of high-pressure pipelines and gas dehydration units.
- Successfully analyzed relief systems for Chevron’s production facility and performed corrosion modeling for asset lifecycle planning.
• Has led preventative maintenance and predictive reliability efforts.
• He has optimized and managed projects like a 6″ raw water pipeline for ALCOA and implemented inspection strategies that align with PSM and MI standards.
• Uses software like MathCad and Excel for advanced engineering calculations, ensuring reliable equipment performance.
• Knowledge of API 510, 570, 580 codes, ASME standards, and corrosion analysis.
• His knowledge aligns perfectly, with hands-on experience in API and ASME compliance and advanced corrosion analysis modeling.
• His status as a PE-registered engineer demonstrates his technical competence and adherence to professional standards.
• Skilled in MathCad, PipePhase, and other relevant software, essential for reliability and inspection planning.
• Possesses a broad industry experience, from refining to pipeline operations, that gives him a unique perspective on diverse mechanical integrity challenges.
• Managed high-stakes projects like natural gas pipelines, plant upgrades, and facility reliability audits, demonstrating leadership and strategic execution.
• Keeping records to predict equipment life cycles.
• Oil/ Gas
• Electrical Power Plant Operations
• Petrochemical Production
• Refinery Operations
• Manufacturing Operations
• Industrial production facilities
• Utility plants
• Construction Projects
• Pipeline Operations
• Compressor Stations
• Foundry Operations
• Ensuring Process Equipment
• Application Suitability
• Ensuring Spare Parts Meet Code
• Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Reducing Mechanical
• Breakdowns
• Maintaining ASME
• Certifications On Pressure Vessels
• API Codes
• ASME Codes
• Root Cause Failure Analysis
• Corrosion Analysis
• Project Management
• Project Tracking
• Design
• Project Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Natural Gas · Energy
• Project Management Engineering
• HAZOPS
• Lockout / Tagout
• Planned Outages / Turnaround experience
• Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)
• Preventative Maintenance
• Project Management Scheduling
• Reading Schematics / Blueprints
• Safety Training
• Selecting Personal Protection Equipment
• Supervising Contractors
• Design Engineering
• Facilities Operations
EDUCATION: Texas A & M University, College Station, Texas / B.S. Mechanical Engineering