Reliability Engineer

Job Summary The Fixed Equipment Engineer for Corpus Christi location provides technical expertise and recommendations for fixed equipment mechanical integrity, repairs, and reliability improvements. It also provides fixed equipment technical support to refinery operations and maintenance. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering required. Band 1-Associate, entry level Band 2-minimum two (2) years of related engineering experience Band 3-minimum eight (8) years of related engineering experience Familiarity with relevant industrial standards and codes related to piping, valves, and pressure vessels (ASME, API, NBIC, TEMA). Practical knowledge of Sections VIII and IX and B31.3 of the ASME Boilder and Pressure Vessel Code and API Inspection Codes (510, 570). Preferred Skills:Working knowledge of ASME PCC-2 Repair of Pressure Equipment and PipingFamiliarity or experience with API 650 and 653 Tank Design, Fabrication and Inspection codesExperience with performing Level 2 and/or Level 3 API-579 Fitness for Service AnalysesExperience applying ASME/API/NBIC codes and calculations relating to alterations, re-rates and repairsFamiliarity, working knowledge or direct experience with API 580/581 Risk Based Inspection methodologyCandidates must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credentials Card) ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: The Maritime Transportation Security Act requires all persons who will need unescorted access to a regulated facility to have a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), issued in accordance with the rules established by the United States Coast Guard and the Transportation Security Administration. Candidates selected for employment must meet eligibility criteria to obtain a TWIC card. The following link lists the eligible criteria for all persons trying to obtain a TWIC card: https://universalenroll.dhs.gov/ *Must have current valid drivers license.* Job DutiesProvide daily technical support to maintenance and operations regarding the reliability of fixed equipment. Provide engineering support for the review and approval of piping and equipment drawings using the applicable specifications. Utilize ASME and API codes and standards for fixed equipment calculations, including minimum thickness assessments, vessel re-rates, and reinforcements. Perform piping system or vessel stress analysis with programs such as Sage Plus, Abaqus, and Caesar II.Work with maintenance and inspection to review fixed equipment inspection data and assist with the development and approval of repair recommendations. Support and mentor less experienced fixed equipment engineers. Support the planning and execution stages of turnaround maintenance. Lead and assist with root cause failure analysis of fixed equipment and the development of reliability improvement recommendations. Lead the long term reliability planning of fixed equipment issues.