Senior Inspection Engineer

neste singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Neste Singapore Pte. Ltd. in Singapore's Tuas Refinery seeks a Senior Inspection Engineer to develop and drive RBI-based inspection programs and ensure timely inspections of critical equipment.

You will collaborate with multiple departments to build reliability strategies and support the site Reliability Program. The role requires extensive experience in refinery/petrochemical environments, strong knowledge of ASME/API/NACE standards, and proven ability to lead RCA and MOC processes.

Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• At least 10 years of refinery/petrochemical experience with asset integrity, TAs, projects and maintenance execution, RBI familiarity.
• Knowledge of ASME, API, NACE and various NDE methods is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement Asset Integrity framework for the site and ensure equipment compliance to local statutes.
• Lead refinery-wide inspection and integrity management programs.
• Maintain RBI for piping/static equipment and update risk rankings.
• Develop long-term Asset Master Plans for static assets aligned with refinery objectives.
• Drive reliability improvements by identifying and mitigating degradation mechanisms.
• Ensure RBI recommendations are implemented and tracked.
• Provide technical recommendations based on ASME codes and standards.
• Lead shutdown inspection scoping and post-turnaround reviews.
• Drive root cause analysis for equipment failures.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

API 510/570/653 certifications (adv)

Tools

ASME codes & Standards

API Standards

NACE

NDT methods

CMMS

Job description

Are you our next creator of change?

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

We are looking for you,

Senior Inspection Engineer

to our Asset Management team in the Singapore Tuas Refinery.

You will focus on developing and driving the site inspection program (i.e. RBI) and ensure the timely inspections of critical equipment and systems. In this job you will work closely with the various departments and global organization to develop and execute reliability strategies. This role is dedicated to support and accelerate the site Reliability Program.

Together with your expertise, we can do meaningful work to drive Neste forward.

Reasons to join

We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

We prioritize safety at all times and in every location. We strive to create a positive and impactful work environment.

Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global company, we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We work at the office at least three days a week to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging.

More about the job

Your role in our team / in creating a sustainable future

Reliability & Availability

• Responsible for implementing the Asset Integrity framework for the site and ensuring relevant equipment compliance to local statutory requirement
• Lead refinery-wide inspection and integrity management programs.
• Responsible for upkeep Reliability Risk Register for Piping/static equipment, ensure risk ranking are updated
• Develop and implement long-term Asset Master Plans (AMP) for static asset aligned with refinery business objectives
• Drive reliability improvement initiatives through proactive identification and mitigation of equipment degradation mechanisms.
• Ensure RBI recommendations are effectively implemented and tracked.

TA Execution & Technical Support

• Provide technical recommendations & advise based on ASME codes and standards
• Lead the right TA/Shutdown inspection and maintenance work scope with relevant justification
• Conduct post-turnaround integrity reviews.

Continuous Improvement

• Initiate and raise Management of Change (MOC) for proposed improvement of piping/equipment
• Initiate CAPEX project and go through project approval process with development team from feasibility study until implementation stage
• Accountable for timely closure of NCR and MOC
• Conduct and lead the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment failures
• As a bad actor champion for site's "Bad Actor" program, identifying, analyzing and eliminating bad actor static equipment

Keys to success in this role / The best combination to succeed in this role

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 10 years experience in Refinery and Petrochemical process technical environment. Prior Experience in Asset Integrity, TAs, Projects and Maintenance execution and Risk-based inspection is essential.
• Understand Operations, Maintenance and Engineering practices. Familiar with corrosion failure mechanisms in the refinery.
• Knowledgeable with petrochemical codes and standards such as ASME, API, NACE and various NDE methods.
• Having relevant certifications in API 510, 570, 653, AWS CWI/CSWIP is an advantage
• Relevant inspection skill - i.e. inspection methodologies & NDT, welding, corrosion management, RBI methodology, materials science knowledge.
• Competency in analysing trends and patterns, problem solving capability (knowledge in RCA),
• Knowledge in CMMS systems
• Good communication skills and internal / external stakeholder management
• Competency in reviewing and approving material selection for modifications, upgrades, or new projects to mitigate recurring corrosion or mechanical failures.
• Experience in developing RBI, equipment strategy in refinery

Other strengths we value

• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while promoting a culture of teamwork.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude, and the ability to make timely decisions through sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, including Plant Operations and other Engineering disciplines.

The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A security clearance is obtained with your consent.

Neste in brief

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more:neste.com