Pressure Equipment Integrity Engineer

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Louisiana, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

May 17, 2022

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Position Purpose

What’s the role –

The Pressure Equipment Integrity Engineer provides technical support for daily PEI issues and unit turnarounds for the Norco Refinery and Chemical Plant. Some amount of project support and corrosion and materials activities will also be involved. The PEI Engineer provides support to the Unit Inspectors and other PEI department personnel, as well as customers in Maintenance, Production, and Technology. The PEI Department reports through the Engineering organization at Norco.

Accountabilities:

Provide technical support for the design, selection, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels, tanks, piping and relief valves in accordance with applicable ASME and API codes and engineering standards (i.eASME Section VIII Div 1, ASME PCC-1, ASME PCC-2, API 510, API 660, API 661, API 579, API 570, API 620, API 650, and API 653).

Act as the first level technical resource to Unit Inspectors to assist in the resolution of problems and development of solutions. When required, coordinate support with the Corrosion Engineer, other technical groups, and Shell Projects & Technology specialists.

Calculate renewal thickness of equipment and assist in the evaluation of remaining life.

Perform pressure vessel design rerates.

Review MOC changes for PEI technical considerations.

Evaluate alternative solutions to complex technical issues utilizing risk assessment and options analysis tools. Review results with unit Production Teams.

Develop specification packages for the purchase of new equipment and repair of existing equipment.

Initiate project ideas to improve reliability of pressure equipment.

Develop and review written procedures to assure the integrity of pressure equipment.

Assist with the resolution of pressure equipment process assurance gaps. Some solutions will require the development of new support systems and controls.

Provide technical support for the implementation of RBI (Risk Based Inspection).

Provide technical assurance for temporary repairs, hot taps, in-service welding, hot bolting, and freeze plugging.

Provide turnaround planning and execution technical support for pressure equipment.

Manage significant PEI reliability threats.

Support the execution of turnarounds and pitstops.

Perform or review fitness for service assessments and stress analyses of pressure equipment and piping.

Skills & Requirements

What we need from you –

Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, preferably Mechanical.

3 or more years of manufacturing plant experience in projects, maintenance engineering, or pressure equipment.

Equipment integrity and repair assessments.

Analytical problem-solving skills.

Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Self-starter who can set goals and organize own work

Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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Company info

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