Reliability Engineer

Broad overview of reliability fundamentals including predictive modeling, root cause analysis, mean
time to failure (MTTF), corrective and preventive action (CAPA), and more.• Identification, analysis, and
mitigation of risk using techniques such as fault tree analysis (FTA), failure mode and effect analysis
(FMEA), hazard analysis, and need for design change.• Analysis, management of data, and insights
using probability statistics for reliability

Originates and develops analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment and
processes. Acquires and analyzes data. Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations and reports to
define reliability problems and make recommendations for improvements. Conducts an analysis of
reliability problems and investigates to determine the required reliability approach for the particular
situation, with consideration given to cost limitations for equipment uptime/downtime,
repair/replacement costs and weight, size and availability of materials/equipment. Determines cost
advantages of alternatives and develops action plans that comply with internal/external customer
demands for reliable processes/equipment to avoid failures.

Works under broad administrative instructions; provides in-house consulting activities to advise and
counsel personnel on a variety of complicated processes/procedures, supported by detailed calculations
and guided by cost-effective decisions and recommendations.

Plans, conducts and directs engineering research and development projects of major significance that
are very complex in nature and require expert application of advanced engineering knowledge from
several different fields; resolves difficult root cause failure analysis to prevent future failures.

Designs and develops new and unique engineering methods and procedures, special equipment,
innovative test procedures and special analysis of failure techniques, and communicates these advanced
concepts in detailed technical reports that are used in the supervision and education of lower level
reliability engineers.

Represents the company at outside discussions and technical forums while working with a wide latitude
for unreviewed actions and decisions expected from a seasoned engineer.

Develops analysis methods to determine reliability of components, equipment and processes. Acquires
and analyzes data. Prepares diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations and reports to define reliability
problems and make recommendations for improvements. Conducts analysis of reliability problems and
investigates to determine the required reliability approach for a particular situation, with consideration
given to cost limitations for equipment uptime/downtime, repair/replacement costs and weight, size
and availability of materials/equipment. Determines cost advantages of alternatives and develops action
plans that comply with internal/external customer demands for reliable processes/equipment to avoid
failures.

Follows company safety and health guidelines and other company policies.

Performs other work as assigned.

Works under general direction of project engineers or section head, or under general administrative
instruction in performing detailed reliability studies and calculations of component/system reliabilities.

Considers impact of costs on recommended action plans for avoiding/correcting problems during the
design phase or remedial action for correcting reliability problems on installed equipment; performs
root cause failure analysis to help prevent failures.

Estimates engineering personnel needs and coordinates and supervises the use of other engineers and
technicians to accomplish the objective of cost-effective reliability improvements for projects.

Reliability Engineer

Qatargas

Must be experienced in MERIDIUM PROACT and SAP software.

Reliability and specifically ROOT CAUSE FAILURE ANALYSIS (RCFA) experience.

Hands on knoweldge of MERIDIUM RCA PROACT module and RA reliability analytic module.

Knowledge of Reliability and Asset Management Philosophy and Key Performance Indicator (KPI)
tracking.

Understanding of Reliability Growth, Weibull Analysis and Production modelling.reliability and

specifically ROOT CAUSE FAILURE ANALYSIS (RCFA) experience.

DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Reliability Engineering, and
Quality Management.
Improve reliability of the plant through the use of different reliability engineering tools.Provide
Reliability Engineering services.

Focal point for the implementation of the QP IS Reliability Management Procedure. Lead the Reliability
Improvement Team and ensure the development of effective projects to tackle the Top 10 Reliability
issues (Bad Actors). Experience & Skills Minimum of 10 years experience in maintenance supervision
including hands on experience in Petrochemical Industry, preferably at offshore installations. Good
communication skills (written and oral). Technical knowledge of multi-engineering disciplines.
Conversant with modern maintenance methodologies and techniques. Experience with planning and
scheduling tools. Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a functional or cross
functional team. Education Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering or Technical Field

Appropriate computer literary and knowledge of using computer features to solve/support different
technical and reliability

Problems.

Fully conversant with failure analysis and failure mode (FMEA) and equipment criticality analysis (ECA),
RCA, APMS

Methodology and software.

Ensures high level of equipment reliability of DCA Power Distribution system and other systems by
carrying out regular

Study of problems/difficulties and failures of the systems/equipments and produces recommendations

for improvement to

Prevent such problems.

Carries out analysis to determine reliability of components, equipment and systems. Collects data and
analyses the data.

Prepares reports to define reliability problems and recommends improvements. Conducts an analysis of
equipment

Reliability problems and investigates to determine the reliability required for particular situation
considering the cost

Limitations, equipment up/down time, repair/replacement costs, weight, size and availability of
materials/equipment.

Assists DCA Operations department in conducting required studies to develop the Department
strategies, policies, budget,
Short term and long term programs. Provides engineering guidance and manages
troubleshooting/investigation into the

Complex equipment problems and provide the necessary technical assistance to the Division Heads
within Operations

Utilities and Maintenance Groups.

Reliability Engineer

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)

Lead and support Operating Unit and Maintenance team to improve reliability, capacity utilization and
integrity of process equipment.

Lead and performed analysis for reliability improvement through data acquisition and analyze data,
chart, drawing review, calculations and reports generation with recommendations for improvements.

Lead and conduct process equipment problems/ issues to address reliability and improvement
consideration to repair/replacement etc.

Lead and develop cost effective action plans to comply reliable processes/equipment to avoid failures.

Lead and manage tools and techniques, employees IDP,s to ensure and optimize inspection and
reliability effectiveness in GCIR business strategy.

Performed and lead in inspection and reliability program and implementation suggestions to promote
and track reliability improvement.

Lead and assess inspection , reliability and NDT tools ,techniques and resources required to enhance the
company’s reliability efforts.

Initiate and execute use of resources, technologies to monitor and asses process equipement/asset
performance and evulate proactively needs for improvement, repair methodologies,
preventive/corrective actions to the management approvals.

Execute and lead in inspection, monitor and tracking reliability data base, performance and next due
inspection and improvement initiaves and monitoring programms/schemes.

Performed and lead in data interpretation, reports writing, develop and updates procedures, work
instructions, conduct system audits and assure compliance of inspection & reliability recommendations.
And share key learning and success stories.

Lead, develop and follow-up inspection schedules & reliability programms, effective corrective plans to
fix the issues with collaboration of production, maintenance and technical team.

Execute and perform activities in Bad Actors identification, potential failure risk and improment
opportunities with appropriate corrective actions through use of fact-based root cause analysis, known
corrective action techniques, and facilitation of team-work.

Performed and lead in assessment review and provide input to improve effectivesness of predictive /
preventive maintenance programs.

Performed and lead in sharing, implementation of best practices, procedures, awareness sessions.
Provides suggestions for maintenance cost effectiveness matters, critical maintenance activities, i.e.;
static and rotating mechanical equipment repairs.

Have knowledge, work practices and experience in inspection, reliability methodologies like RBI,
RCM ,RCA and other reliability-based maintenance activities.

Capablity to use computers softwares, perform analysis and generates reports. FMEA, RCA, etc.

Growth, MTBF

Identification and assessment of opportunities leading to maintenance effectiveness, i.e. material and
resource utilization and cost leadership.

6. Leadership, facilitation and communication skills, verbal & writing

7. Understanding of Petrochemical and/or Refinery industries Turnaround/Shutdown methods and

philosophies, i.e. assess in the implementation of the new T/A concept.

8. Zeal for Reliability. Driver, self-motivated and enthusiasm

2. Minimum of combined 10 years experience in Maintenance, Operations and Technical in the

Petrochemical or oil industry.

3. Certified and hands on experience in Meridium software and RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance)
methodology

4. Experience in development and implementation of Reliability Engineering systems,.

5. Poses positive attitude and behavior and strong interpersonal and coaching skills. Ability to work in
and with multi-cultural work environment. Good communications skills (oral and written)
6. Troubleshooting and problem solving skills using structured methodologies like RCA

The successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

Facilitate and manage all reliability programs

Develop asset life strategies

Provide technical support to the operation team during the entire lifecycle of the plant’s major
equipment, analyzing their performances, operative conditions and boundaries, in order to guarantee
reliable and safe operations.

Utilize knowledge and familiarity with the international standards in order to improve the equipment
performance.

Implement the best-in-class solutions as foreseen by international standards and other internal
company standards.

Lead efficiency improvement initiates and upgrading programs

Generate and calculate the asset KPIs for major equipment

Propose changes in operating modes, or technological improvement, or maintenance strategies

implementation, in order to support the company vision of continuous improvement through
collaboration and people conversation.

Utilize the best-in-class monitoring tools (GE SMART SIGNAL, SYSTEM ONE) and other maintenance &
reliability tools (SAP, iMOM, GE MERIDIUM) to support decisions in case of failures, or abnormal
operating conditions.

Provide technical support to the maintenance team to enhance preventive maintenance strategies and
checks, along with predictive maintenance strategies and operation-based maintenance checks

Minimum Requirements

You must hold a Bachelor degree in engineering (Preferably Mechanical Engineering).

You should have a minimum of 15 years of experience in the reliability field.

You must be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of all reliability programs such as RCM, RAM,
FEMCA, Bad Actors, MTBF …etc.

Thorough knowledge of engineering practices and economic principles, calculation methods, design
details, and international codes, standards and specifications is also required.

Familiarity with the main investigation tools and techniques like FRACAS, RCA, and TAPROOT is essential.
Position Summary : - Sr. Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Reliability Engineer

Job Purpose: Provide maintenance technical expertise on troubleshooting failures, repairs, restoring
defective equipment and providing input to facility and equipment strategies. Minimum experience
required: 10 years. Holder of BS in Mechanical engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Serve as a subject-matter expert in equipment failures and repair techniques during root-cause
investigations.

2. Provide engineering support to plant issues impacting production over a short period of time.

3. Provide technical expertise to plant personnel on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluate
equipment’s durability and conditions.

4. Should be at a mastery level of troubleshooting rotating equipment.

5. Sound knowledge of static equipment and piping.

6. Ensure that requests for equipment critical to work process include engineering input on repair
details such as clearances, tolerances, materials of construction, welding procedures, etc., and if
necessary provide onsite/offsite technical support for deviations from this data.
 7. Ensure that repairs, repair techniques, equipment specific training, are documented and
accessible.

8. Support the PPM coordinator as required in reviewing PPM plans

9. Review spare parts in strategic manner equipment.

10. Develop maintenance’s operating discipline and provide maintainability input to projects.

11. Participate in developing the maintenance budget to support the maintenance strategy.

12. As required, provide engineering input to work packages to ensure standards are followed.

13. Provide input on development of work orders, particularly on critical equipment that requires
engineering review.

14. Comply with EH&S guidelines, Management system, Change Management and overall EHS
standards.

15. Perform any job-related activities as requested by the immediate supervisor / manager.

Position Summary : - INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER, Reliability Engineer

Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Instrumentation Engineering with minimum 10 years’ experience in

Refinery or Petrochemical Plant Reliability and having strong supervisory background with sound
practical experience in multi-national culture.
Key Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for guiding efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of all
Instrumentation equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems. Identify
and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect plant or business operations. This broad
primary role includes loss elimination, risk management and life cycle asset management.

• Works with project engineering to ensure the reliability and maintainability of new and modified
installations. The Instrument Reliability Engineer is responsible for adhering to the Life Cycle Asset
Management (LCAM) process throughout the entire life cycle of new assets.

• Participates in the development of design and installation specifications along with commissioning
plans.

• Participates in the development of criteria for and evaluation of equipment and technical MRO
suppliers and technical maintenance service providers. Develops acceptance tests and inspection
criteria.

• Participates in the final check-out of new installations. This includes factory and site acceptance testing
that will assure adherence to functional specifications.

• Professionally and systematically defines, designs, develops, monitors and refines an asset
maintenance plan that includes:

1. Value-added preventive maintenance tasks.

2. Effective utilization of predictive and other non-destructive testing methodologies designed to

identify and isolate inherent reliability problems
• Provides input to a risk management plan that will anticipate reliability-related and non-reliability-
related risks that could adversely impact plant operations.

• Develops engineering solutions to repetitive failures and all other problems that adversely affect plant
operations. These problems include capacity, quality, cost or regulatory compliance issues. To fulfill this
responsibility, the reliability engineer applies:

1. Data analysis techniques that can include:

2. Statistical process control

3. Reliability modeling and prediction

4. Fault tree analysis

5. Weibull analysis

6. Root cause analysis (RCA) and root cause failure analysis (RCFA)

7. Failure reporting, analysis and corrective action system (FRACAS)

• Works with Production to perform analyses of assets including:

1. Asset utilization

2. Equipment effectiveness
 3. Remaining useful life

4. Other parameters that define operating condition, reliability, reliability and costs of assets.

5. Provides technical support to production maintenance and technical personnel

• Applies value analysis to repair/replace, repair/design and make/buy decisions

Quality Assurance / Quality Controls (QA/QC)

• Participates in the development of Reliability Engineering Group KPI’s to ensure responsiveness to

customer needs and to promote continuous improvement

• Assist with root cause analysis of repeated or major failures to ensure continuous improvement.

• Troubleshoots Reliability Engineering problems in the plant and proposes solutions.

• Assist in ensuring all relevant engineering standards and procedures are followed during project
phase, plant operations, repairs and alterations by in-house and contract resources.

• Supports the development and implementation of the maintenance reliability program.

• Assist in conducting the technical audit of Reliability Engineering function to ensure that project
consultants and contractors implement effective project standards and fulfilling the contract
requirements.
Maintenance for Shutdown and Turnaround

• Assists with the planning, execution and cost control of shutdowns and turnarounds to meet Reliability
Engineering design and maintenance, and Business Plan objectives.

• Ensure the spare parts; manpower and equipment are available for the efficient and timely completion
of shutdown and turnaround activities.

And reliability improvement initiatives, recommendations and advices for machinery throughout the
complex. Develop an effective condition monitoring program for the plant rotating machines as well as
fostering effective program implementation. Provide site technical support to Operation & Maintenance
on machinery reliability issues.

Requirements

1) Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

2) 12 – 15 years experience in a similar position (preferably in the refinery or

petrochemical industry)

1) Ability to translate reliability improvement techniques into engineering solutions to improve

equipment reliability.

2) Good understanding of reliability theory and methods of reliability assessment and how to apply
the methods to existing equipment

3) Good ability to lead Root Cause Failure Analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions
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• Identify and manage critical Reliability

Inspection Engineer

Responsible for providing and managing technical and engineering services to support the safe and
reliable operation.

Perform on-site equipment inspection tests and provide inspection reports with corrective actions for
maintenance work. Track the progress and status update of maintenance work, repairs and ensure the
efficiency of all maintenance processes and activities

Perform inspection and witness testing of various materials and equipment at site to verify compliance
with company standards as per preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance.

Perform inspections based on audit plan, equipment inspection schedule and overall schedule
developed for preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance.

Monitor maintenance work and quality system to ensure adequate performance and compliance with
company quality requirements.

Ensure that all repairs and inspection test records are documented and filled properly.

Fill and compile all QC checklists.

Attend equipment’s pre-commissioning/commissioning and startup activities.

Prepare inspection and surveillance reports.

Review contractor quality plans, procedures, and QA/ QC personal qualification if applicable.

Perform focused assessments of specific work elements to ensure that the maintenance quality
activities and processes are effective.

Participate in the mechanical acceptance activities and prepare the Exception Item List.
Attend regular and task-oriented meetings within department and other departments/contractors.

Ensure no overdue inspection as per intervals.

Report.

Any electrical finding t lead to a hazardous situation and update the completion status to Sr. Inspector.

Ensure that all individuals directly involved in the splicing or termination of electrical power cables with
insulation that is rated above 1,000 V have current valid certificates as per GI-0002.705.

Perform the required spot checks on plant maintenance PM check and repair activities on the critical
electrical equipment.

Report any repair that requires material or design change or any engineering evaluations.

Conduct annual checks on electrical testing instruments, used by maintenance in specialty).

National Electric Code/NFPA .

Work knowledge of equipment fabrication, erection and installations, preventive, predictive, and
corrective maintenance, including materials, methods, specifications, and hazardous location
classification.

Have certificate of ISO 9001 quality requirements and knowledge of applicable international codes and
standards.

ISO 9001:2008/2015, NFPA 70

Senior Mechanical Inspector

Role will be to provide technical support to operating facilities, projects, technology deployment, and
talent development of new mechanical inspectors. You will conduct special studies and analyses in a
specialized asset integrity field, such as necessary mechanical calculations for piping, pressure vessel,
shell and tube heat exchangers, air cooler fin fans, branch reinforcement, MAWP, hydrotest pressure,
rating and/or de-rating, fitness for service to evaluate flaws or damage, pipe stress analysis, flange
calculations, perform nozzle calculations.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

Perform field troubleshooting on a daily basis or as requested.

Participate on major T&Is and emergency plant shutdowns.

Develop and review mechanical inspection procedures and best practices.

Write recommendations and reports related to mechanical inspection activities.

Develop and review pre and post-T&Is reports.

Develop and review mechanical inspection strategies.

Participate in field mechanical inspections, quarterly schedule inspections and assessments.

Review and propose NDT method and inspection procedures.

Participate in Risk Based Inspection (RBI) studies.

Participate in HAZOP Studies review.

Set KPIs and monitor deployment and performance of mechanical inspection programs at facilities.

Review performance and KPIs of mechanical inspection programs at facilities.

Issue recommendations to enhance mechanical inspection programs deployment and performance.

You will have a minimum of 15 years in the refinery and/or NGLF industry, specifically in mechanical
inspection, with at least 10 years field experience working on plants major turnaround, field
troubleshooting and inspection.

You should have two of the following certificates: API-510, API-570 and API-653.

You must have a thorough knowledge of best engineering practices, solid industry codes and standards
background.

Turnaround And Inspection Engineer

Skills: QA / QC / Inspection

Turnaround and Inspection (T&I) maintenance experience who will apply an extensive and diverse
Knowledge and experience, analyze and interpret conceptual ideas into workable solutions for complex
problems and issues. Also, address and resolve critical situations, both technical and non-technical. UGP
was brought on stream in 1980. The plant current processing capacity is 2.40 billion standard cubic feet
per day (BSCFD) of gas. The plant products are NGL, Ethane, Sales Gas and Liquid Sulfur.

Key Responsibilities

You will be required to perform the following:

Participate in the yearly operating plan budget, and the Mid-Year and Year-End Accountability reports.

Ensure internal orders, notifications and work orders (PM-03) are initiated as per the SAP workflow
requirements pertaining to the T&I work scope.

Ensure preparation of detailed T&I schedules and the Critical Path Diagrams form together with
identifying the required manpower utilizing the available software, such as Primavera, Microsoft Project,
etc. Ensure contractor awareness of the T&I final schedule. Review detailed T&I schedules and submit
them to the T&I director

Ensure shutdown and startup detailed activities are incorporated in the Primavera/MS Project schedule,
including the systems and equipment release schedule.

Coordinate for the timely completion of pre-shutdown work, such as the prefabrication of new piping
sections, or the re-tubing of heat exchangers, etc. This includes all work order types that will be included
in the shutdown scope of work.

Arrange special tool certifications for equipment such as air winches, cutting machines, overhead cranes
and baskets.

Prepare lists of all expense project packages and ensure all required expense projects are developed and
approved.

Lead contract procurement related to all expense projects.

Ensure all scope, from all parties are consolidated in one T&I scope including EIS schedule and to try to
optimize the T&I schedule, duration, and cost.

Coordinate all needed logistics, including those with external organizations.

Ensure the development of T&I work packages and provide planning progress report to management.

Ensure the T&Is is being executed within the defined boundaries of cost, schedule and quality.

Consult with senior management for approving or rejecting scope changes and advise them on the risk
these changes create to the T&I schedule and cost goals.

Develop T&I execution plans.

Develop the “daily progress report” for management during execution.

Provide general coordination to all concerned parties to ensure that required information is available

Facilitate all T&I related meetings such as scope of work kickoff, scope challenges, safety meetings.

Verify contractor(s) qualifications and certifications. Verify the quality and quantity of contractors and
SA manpower. Ensure all contractors have attended a safety orientation.

Prepare and issue comprehensive post-T&I reports. Monitor accounting budgets vs. actuals for work
requests, materials orders, etc.
Make sure critique meetings are held to identify areas of concern and areas for improvement.

Prepare/initiate discrepancy requests.

Participate in the planning of Oil Supply Planning & Scheduling Department (OSPAS) three-year
schedules and follow-up on its approval.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate, you

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Must have a minimum of 15 years of experience in Turnaround and Inspection (T&I) preferably in the oil
and gas industry, in scheduling and planning.

Should have an in-depth knowledge of international standards and codes ASME, API and ANSI especially
standard such as API610, API 617, API 692, API 691 and others related to maintenance.

Have experience with maintenance systems and maintenance tools such as SAP, RCM, PMO, PdM…etc,
working knowledge in advanced machinery vibration analysis, reliability centered maintenance,
preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.

Corrosion Engineer

Role will be to introduce new technology to enhance company profitability and productivity. You will be
responsible for maintaining and incorporating new cost-effective solutions for designs through the
Unconventional Resources Engineering Standards and Design Best Practices.

As a subject-matter expert you will represent UR in dealings with vendors, manufacturers, and/or design
firms where expert corrosion engineering advice is required. You will also be responsible for leading the
team to develop full spectrum engineering standards for unconventional resources within the corrosion
engineering field.

One of your first tasks will be to work with design contractors to review spec sheets and support EPC
contract design reviews. You will also be involved in

Key Responsibilities
You will be required to perform the following:

Provide expert advice and assistance to UR, outside vendors, manufacturers, and design firms on
corrosion engineering matters.

Originate and carry out engineering studies to determine potential problems and remedies to existing
problems, resolve complex technical problems.

Generate and monitor corrosion monitoring programs and corrosion monitoring devices
(coupons/probes).

Review and update Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs.

Recommend and manage specialist services as necessary (Microbiological surveys, failure investigations,
etc).

Review and monitor chemical deployment and performances.

Review and monitor pipeline corrosion management (scraping/ILI).

Inspect installations in factories and in the field and participate on the testing & commissioning of new
facilities and Turnaround and Inspection (T&I).

Investigate and analyze failures in operational facilities and provide remedial actions.

Review and monitor cathodic protection (CP) performance.

Develop and maintain the UR engineering standards and design best practices.

Evaluate and introduce best practices and new technologies from all over the world to help the UR to
achieve best in class positions.

Report and analyze key performance indices (KPI).

Review and evaluate the capabilities of vendors and contractors to determine their acceptability to
perform major services to UR. Act as the department representative in dealings with vendors and
manufacturers.

Work on or with task forces assigned to investigate incidents or solve specific problems. Perform cost
analyses and value engineering studies as appropriate. Undertake special assignments requiring
extensive technical experience and discretion when dealing with outside organizations.

Conduct seminars in the resolution of technical problems with personnel in other engineering
organizations. Write papers for peer-reviewed journals on engineering studies and projects the
candidate has overseen.

Act as a professional mentor to less senior specialists and engineers.

Minimum Requirements
You will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering. A master’s degree or a Ph.D. in corrosion engineering is
highly desirable as well as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, NACE and API certifications.

You will have 15 years of professional experience in the field of corrosion engineering, including 5 years
as an engineer in charge of technical work in corrosion engineering. Experience working with
unconventional resources would be an advantage.

You will have achieved industry recognition through activities in professional societies and industrial
organizations, such as ASME, ASCE, ASTM, API, NACE, SEI, and others.

As the successful candidate you will be expected to work in remote areas depending on the project you
are assigned to.