Asset Integrity Engineer

Roles and Responsibilities

• Technical – carry out assigned asset integrity consultancy work, such as researching problems, engineering calculations, preparation of reports etc., with minimal supervision. Provide technical support to graduate engineer as required.
• Project management – manage small projects as directed and in accordance with all relevant company procedures.
• Business development – support commercial and sales in meeting with clients and identify technical scope of work and support win jobs, hence willingness to travel within the region and globally (expected 25% of time) away from office base.

Responsibilities

• Executing pipelines integrity (FFS / RBI) assessments under the supervision of the Asset Integrity Manager and governance of the Chief Discipline Engineer (CDE).
• Executing plant / pressurised static assets integrity (FFS / RBI) assessments under the supervision of the Project Manager and governance of the Chief Discipline Engineer (CDE).
• Providing guidance to a team of young engineers on assets FFS and RBI.
• Should be able to produce hand calculations as and when required.
• Producing high quality deliverables as part of the project.
• Be competent to check and QAQC calculations and reports produced by other engineers related to assets FFS / RBI.
• Interact with Quality Assurance for quality issues; strictly ensure compliance with Company’s Quality procedures.
• Interface and provide clarification, guidance and technical support to the client on on-going projects.
• Interface and identify scope of work while discussing clients' integrity related problems and how Penspen can help their needs (business development role).
• Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental Management System must be implemented within the area of operation as per the company approved procedures and ISO Standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of asset integrity engineering and management experience in the Oil and Gas.
• API 580 certification.
• Bachelor’s degree qualification in Mechanical engineering or similar. Master’s degree is an advantage.
• NACE accreditation is an advantage.
• Professional membership with an engineering institute (ImechE, ASME etc).
• Experience in Meridium Asset Performance Management Software APM by GE is highly desirable.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Asset Integrity Management

  • Develop and implement integrity management plans for critical infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, tanks, pressure vessels).
  • Conduct inspections, assessments, and integrity evaluations to determine the condition of assets.
  • Analyze historical data and perform risk assessments to predict and prevent equipment failure.

• Monitoring and Inspection

  • Oversee routine inspection and testing programs (e.g., ultrasonic testing, visual inspections, corrosion monitoring).
  • Implement and maintain condition monitoring systems to track asset performance in real time.
  • Use non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to evaluate the integrity of materials and structures.

• Failure Analysis and Risk Assessment

  • Conduct root cause analysis of failures and incidents to identify contributing factors and preventive measures.
  • Perform risk-based inspections (RBI) and failure mode analysis (FMEA) to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize maintenance activities.
  • Analyze the potential impact of degradation or damage on asset performance and safety.

• Maintenance and Repair Strategy

  • Develop and recommend maintenance, repair, and replacement strategies based on inspection results and analysis.
  • Ensure the timely and efficient implementation of repairs or modifications to maintain asset integrity.
  • Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to schedule and oversee required work.

• Compliance and Standards

  • Ensure that asset integrity management practices comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., ASME, API, ISO).
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and integrity assessments to support audits and inspections.
  • Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

• Reliability and Performance Optimization

  • Identify opportunities to improve asset reliability and performance, minimizing downtime and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Monitor asset life cycles and recommend modifications to extend operational lifespans.
  • Develop strategies to address corrosion, wear, and other degradation factors that impact asset integrity.