Lead Engineer Corrosion

Reliance Industries Limited; Kakinada; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Industries Limited is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the corrosion and inspection management program to ensure the integrity, reliability, and safe operation of static assets across upstream/downstream facilities.

You will develop RBI strategies per API 580/581, oversee NDT activities, manage SAP PM data, and mentor the corrosion and inspection team while coordinating with Operations, Maintenance, and Process Engineering to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Lead experience in corrosion, inspection and asset integrity.
• Strong knowledge of API/ASME standards relevant to oil & gas.
• Experience with NDT techniques (RT/UT/PT/MT).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corrosion monitoring and RBI strategies.
• Plan and oversee corrosion and inspection programs and budgets.
• Coordinate RBI and risk-based inspection activities.
• Manage SAP PM data, maintenance plans and work orders.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.

Skills

Corrosion engineering

Asset integrity management

NDT techniques

API 579 Fitness-for-Service

API standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

GE Meridium

SAP PM

Job description

Main Purpose:

Lead the corrosion and inspection management program to ensure the integrity, reliability, and safe operation of static assets. Develop and implement corrosion monitoring, inspection, and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) strategies to maximize asset life, ensure regulatory and statutory compliance, minimize operational risks, and support safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant operations.

Job Accountabilities:

1. Corrosion Management

• Develop and implement the annual Corrosion Monitoring and Inspection Plan aligned with business and asset integrity objectives.
• Monitor corrosion mechanisms, corrosion rates, and degradation trends through systematic data analysis.
• Compare inspection results with baseline data to identify deterioration trends and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Develop mitigation strategies for high-risk corrosion areas and monitor the effectiveness of corrosion control measures.
• Optimize corrosion inhibitor (CI) injection programs and robust coating/paint systems based on monitoring data and operational conditions.
• Support fitness-for-service assessments and remaining-life evaluations of static equipment.

2. Inspection & Asset Integrity

• Establish and maintain baseline thickness measurements for all critical static equipment and piping.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute periodic inspections in accordance with RBI methodology and applicable inspection procedures.
• Lead inspection activities during plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and major maintenance campaigns.
• Coordinate and oversee Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities, including RT, UT, PT, and MT.
• Ensure equipment remains fit for service through timely inspection, assessment, and repair recommendations.

3. Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve RBI programs in accordance with API 580/581 methodologies.
• Prioritize inspection activities based on risk assessments to optimize inspection resources and improve asset reliability.
• Review inspection findings and update RBI strategies based on degradation mechanisms and operational history.

4. SAP Maintenance Management & GE Meridium

• Plan and manage preventive maintenance (PM) activities within the SAP PM module.
• Create, update, and optimize task lists, maintenance plans, and equipment master data.
• Monitor SAP work orders to ensure timely execution and closure of inspection and corrosion-related activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and asset history within SAP.
• Hands-on working experience and a deep understanding of GE Meridium integration are desirable.
• Create inspection recommendations and manage inspection summaries for each equipment item/piping loop in SAP.

5. Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Ensure full compliance with applicable statutory regulations, including Factory Rules, the Explosives Act, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Identify equipment subject to statutory inspection and establish inspection frequencies.
• Maintain statutory inspection records and ensure timely submission of compliance documentation.
• Participate in internal and external audits, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), incident investigations, and emergency response/mock drills.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset integrity.

6. Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance on corrosion control, inspection methodologies, and material selection.
• Mentor and develop corrosion and inspection engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Projects, and Process Engineering teams to resolve integrity-related issues.
• Support plant modifications, new projects, and Management of Change (MOC) activities from an asset integrity perspective.

Skills Required:

• Strong expertise in corrosion engineering, asset integrity management, and inspection.
• Thorough understanding of corrosion mechanisms affecting Oil & Gas facilities, including upstream and downstream/refinery operations, petrochemical, and fertilizer industries.
• Strong knowledge of NDT techniques, including RT, UT, PT, and MT.
• Working knowledge of Fitness-for-Service (API 579) principles is preferred.
• Proficiency in API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspection, API 570 – Piping Inspection, API 571 – Damage Mechanisms, API 580/581 – Risk-Based Inspection, API 653 – Tank Inspection, ASME Codes, NACE/AMPP Standards, OISD Standards, Factory Rules, and PESO requirements.

Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering.

Experience:

• Specific Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a lead role in Corrosion, Inspection, and Asset Integrity.
• Overall Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical, or Fertilizer industry.