Junior Level Materials & Corrosion Engineer

key Responsibilities:

• Perform corrosion reviews, materials selection and materials operating envelope development.
• Supports/performs materials lab work relating to failure analysis or remaining life assessment.
• Assists in the development of materials test facilities, test procedures and engineering standard work practices.
• Prepares and presents reports to clients relating to materials team activities.
• Provides materials engineering support for Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) processes, including fixed equipment inspection plans and piping systemization and circuitization.
• Supports FFS assessments of existing equipment using API RP 579 Fitness-for-Service (FFS).
• Support damage mechanism reviews (DMR) for new equipment and revalidations.
• Review and carry out corrosion rate assessment and prepare corrosion management documentation.
• Provide corrosion input to risk-based inspection (RBI) plans.
• Establish turnarounds and failure analysis investigations at client’s facilities by providing on-site “problem solving” support.
• Provides materials engineering support to other groups at Equity, including FFS and RBI.
• Assists in the development and presentation of training courses.
• Develop proposals for work, supports team projects, and perform other administrative job-tracking and time-keeping tasks.
• Assists with technology development related to international standards and publications.  Attends and participates at industry conferences and meetings.
• Performs standard equipment modeling, computations or analysis (Code Calculations, Advanced Finite Element Analysis models, RBI calculations/inspection history grading).
• Assists with project proposal, execution and documentation.
• Assists in the writing of technical reports, validates accuracy of work as related to QA/QC program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or Corrosion Engineering, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience in fixed equipment and oil gas facilities with a fundamental understanding of corrosion mechanisms, inspection techniques, materials properties and repair strategies.
• Professional accreditation e.g., Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer
• Certifications in API 571, 510, 570. 570 or 580 is preferred
• AMPP certification is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates skilled knowledge of fundamental engineering principles and problem solving by applying academic experience to practical engineering problems.
• Demonstrates basic skills in assessment and design of pressure vessels, piping, tanks and structures related to industry standards (i.e. ASME/API/ASCE codes and standards and Equity Engineering Practices (EEP’S)).
• Demonstrates proficiency using Microsoft Office products for engineering calculations and reporting. Experience with applicable analytical software and validation of results, technical report writing, computer programming and data handling.
• Gains field experience through support role for Risk Based Inspection, piping circuitization, materials operating envelopes and shutdown support.
• Demonstrates a fundamental understanding of oil refinery processes and damage mechanisms through cross-training in the Risk Based Inspection and Materials areas.
• Gains familiarity with corporate Human Resources procedures and QA/QC policies and gains an understanding of technical accuracy requirements of work as related to quality standards.
• Demonstrates a few of the characteristics of an ideal team player: humility, a strong desire to learn, initiative, a motivation to assist others, a consistent work ethic, a team-first attitude, participating and thriving in a team environment, and an ability to deal and communicate with a range of personalities.  Involved in outreach activities with community service organizations.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proven ability to multi-task.
• A strong work ethic and the desire for a challenging, rewarding and progressive work environment.
• Ability to interface with clients at all levels, (i.e., engineers, managers, operators and mechanics).
• Availability to travel up to 25% of time for both short and mid-term assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to create and deliver effective presentations.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

position location: 

• Shaker Heights, OH // Houston, Texas // Remote
• In Office/Hybrid

physical requirements: 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
• May require lifting to 15 pounds at times.
• Able to travel as needed.

Salary listed includes a range.  Actual compensation will be based on experience.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, please notify Human Resources. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

Salary : $90,000 - $120,000