Pressure Equipment Integrity Engineer

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Louisiana, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

March 1, 2023

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What is the role

The individual will provide Mechanical Engineering support for an operational process manufacturing facility’s pressure retaining equipment mechanical integrity program.

Examples of equipment types are distillation columns, heat exchangers, vessels, piping and piping components, storage tanks, flanged joints, pressure safety valves, relief valves, vacuum breakers, and rupture discs.

This position will require a working knowledge in the above industry Codes and Standards, company engineering design standards, company global standards and best practices, and site standards and procedures. Strong communication skills are pertinent to this role which requires coordinating priorities with production unit and work-process personnel; working in teams to develop solutions; and working with the inspectors to resolve equipment questions.

Below is a list of additional responsibilities for the Pressure Equipment Integrity (PEI) Engineer.

Provide design support for repairs when needed. Involvement may include definition of repairs, design review, and specification of NDE and testing. This may require the preparation of material specifications.

Calculate renewal thicknesses for equipment and piping.

Assist in the evaluation of remaining life of equipment.

Conduct or overview, pressure vessel re-rates in accordance with the applicable code of construction and jurisdictional requirements.

Conduct or overview, vessel alterations to ensure they are performed in accordance with API 510 and/or NBIC codes, and PEI standards.

Review technical merits of requests for extensions of inspections

Perform stress analyses on piping systems and review analyses performed by outside engineering support.

Perform calculations on vessels without Code papers or a Code stamp to verify compliance with the ASME Code as allowed by the jurisdiction.

Perform or overview, advanced assessments of pressure equipment and piping for Fitness For Service in accordance with API 579.

Provide technical assurance by reviewing vendor design/calculations for temporary repairs, hot taps, and freeze plugging.

Provide technical assurance for all MOC’s involving pressure equipment.

Review and approve proposals to change PRV settings.

Review and approve alternate relief plans submitted by Operations.

Requirements:

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

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Metallurgical)

5 or more years of experience as an Engineer working in the discipline of Process Pressure Equipment design and/or maintenance

Must have working knowledge of ASME and API Pressure Vessel and Piping design and in-service codes and standards, specifically; ASME B&PV Code Section VIII, Div. 1 and 2; ASME B31.3 and 31.1; API-510 (or NB-23), 570, 579, 650, and 653; and WRC-107/297 and 538

Computer Skills/Program knowledge: Microsoft Office Tools, PVElite, Caesar II, and wIMS

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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