Risk Based Inspection Engineer

RBI ENGINEER

                                  

Ø Purpose of Position

 

• Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive risk-based inspection strategies for critical assets.
• Ensure optimal asset integrity management, regulatory compliance, and operational safety while optimizing inspection costs and minimizing unplanned downtime in a complex environment.
• Co-ordination with Client/ PMC/EPC for daily activities with respect to Field quality & documentation. 
• Ensure / Perform/ services in line with the End user / PMC/ EPC Quality Assurance System/ISO 17020 requirements, including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy

Ø    Eligibility

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Civil Engineering
• Or equivalent professional qualification recognized by Indian regulatory bodies

          Experience

• Minimum 5 years in RBI, asset integrity management, or inspection engineering
• Minimum 4 years specific experience in refinery operations or petrochemical facilities
• Demonstrated expertise with API 580/581 RBI methodologies
• Strong knowledge of refinery equipment: distillation columns, heat exchangers, compressors, pumps, pressure vessels, and piping systems
• Experience in large-scale refineries or in Oil and Gas Installation sectors is highly desirable

          Technical Skills

• Proficiency in RBI software tools and databases
• Strong analytical and data interpretation abilities
• Familiarity with NDT techniques and inspection technologies
• Experience with asset management systems and CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis tools

          Professional Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English proficiency essential)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to HSE protocols
• Project management and time management capabilities

          Desirable Qualifications

• API 580 RBI Certification (highly preferred)
• API 571 Tank Inspection Certification
• NDT Level 2 or 3 certification (any method)
• Certified Mechanical Integrity Professional or equivalent
• Experience with refinery RBI software (e.g., Bentley APM, MARE, RBI Pro, Meridium, Inspection.com)
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Mechanical Integrity (MI) programs
• Familiarity with CLIENT's operational standards and procedures

 

• Major Responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Strategy Development

• Conduct RBI assessments for refinery equipment including crude distillation units (CDU), hydrotreating units, catalytic crackers, and associated infrastructure
• Identify failure modes, probability of failure (PoF), and consequence of failure (CoF) using API 580/581 methodologies
• Develop risk matrices and prioritize equipment based on criticality and operational impact
• Create customized inspection plans aligned with CLIENT's asset management framework
• Review and update RBI strategies based on operational changes and historical performance data

      Technical Analysis & Equipment Integrity

• Capable to understand Isometric drawing and perform data collection for TML’s in TML template for already identified and marked TML’s on isometric drawing.
• Capable to enter data i.e., Mechanical as well as process data Equipment’s and Piping in RBI template/software. (Equipment here refers to pressure vessels, columns, reactors, heat exchangers, Air fin coolers, storage tanks, safety valves, Mounded bullets, bullets, heaters, boilers etc. Piping here refers to large and small-bore piping, Dead Ends, Injection points, Mixing Points, etc.)
• Knowledge on refinery damage mechanisms and capable to identify corrosion loops on PFD and PID level.
• Analyse corrosion rates, material degradation, and stress patterns in pressure vessels, piping systems, and rotating equipment
• Evaluate remaining useful life (RUL) of critical refinery assets
• Assess risks associated with high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments typical of refinery operations
• Develop Inspection plan based on the risk evaluation in the software
• Support fitness-for-service (FFS) evaluations and equipment life extension assessments
• Collaborate on root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and incidents

      Compliance & Standards

• Ensure full compliance with:

• API 571 Damage Mechanisms affecting Refineries & Petrochemical Industries
• API 580 (Risk-Based Inspection)
• API 581 (Risk-Based Inspection – Recommended Practice)
• ASME Section V
• Indian Boiler Regulation (IBR) and Petroleum Rules
• CLIENT's internal safety and quality standards

• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Mechanical Integrity programs
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and audit trails for regulatory inspections
• Coordinate with statutory authorities and third-party inspectors

      Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with CLIENT  operations, maintenance, and reliability teams
• Present RBI findings and recommendations to plant management and senior leadership
• Provide technical guidance to inspection teams during execution of planned inspections
• Support training programs for maintenance personnel on RBI concepts and asset integrity
• Liaise with Bureau Veritas project teams and quality assurance personnel

      Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare detailed RBI reports with data-driven risk assessments and recommendations
• Create and maintain inspection schedules, maintenance plans, and asset registers
• Generate executive summaries for CLIENT management and regulatory bodies
• Document inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions
• Maintain RBI databases and ensure data accuracy for decision-making

       Field Support & Inspection Coordination

• Conduct on-site equipment inspections and visual surveys
• Support NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) activities and interpret results
• Verify inspection findings and validate risk assessments against actual equipment condition
• Recommend inspection intervals and methodologies (UT, RT, PT, ET, visual)

 

Ø Roles & Responsibilities for HSE

• Must comply the BV Cardinal Safety Rules in all situations.                                                                                       
• To comply company HSE requirements e.g. policies, Procedures, guidelines etc. and local legal requirements on HSE as applicable
• To take care of own health and safety as well as colleagues and others.    
• Immediate reporting of any shortcomings on HSE i.e. any incident, unsafe work practices / conditions to his/her immediate Line Managers.
• Sharing opportunities for improvement on HSE aspects.

 

Ø Criteria for Performance Evaluation (KPIs)

• Time taken to deliver report to the Client
• Quality of report
• Inspection done in allocated timeframe
• Client claims
• Detention ratio
• Customer satisfaction
• Share information, Best practise, Knowledge Management

 

The Job Description is subject to change from time to time, as per the requirements of the Company and the Competencies / qualifications you may acquire in future

Experience Level

Mid Level