Job Description

Posting Date:

13 Oct 2025

City:

Chennai

Location:

Chennai, TN, IN, 6000031

Contract Type:

Permanent

Division:

Operations and Maintenance Engineering

Level of experience:

Senior
RINA is currently recruiting for a

Inspection Senior RBI Engineer

to join its office in Chennai within the

Operations and Maintenance Engineering

Division.

Mission

The Senior RBI Engineer plays a pivotal role in optimizing inspection strategies within the Oil & Gas facilities or power plant by implementing risk-based inspection methodologies. Their mission is to assess the integrity of equipment and facilities, prioritize inspection activities based on risk assessment, and develop cost-effective inspection plans to ensure asset reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Key Accountabilities

'Risk Assessment and Analysis:

Conduct risk assessments of equipment and infrastructure using RBI methodologies. Identify and evaluate potential failure modes, consequences, and likelihood of failure. Analyze risk data to prioritize inspection activities according to risk levels.

Inspection Planning and Optimization:

Develop risk-based inspection plans tailored to specific equipment and process units. Determine appropriate inspection techniques, frequencies, and inspection intervals based on risk assessment results. Optimize inspection schedules to minimize downtime and maximize asset integrity.

Data Management and Documentation:

Maintain comprehensive records of inspection data, risk assessments, and inspection plans. Utilize software tools and databases to manage RBI data and documentation effectively. Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of RBI data for informed decision-making.

Continuous Improvement and Compliance:

Identify opportunities for optimization and improvement of RBI processes and methodologies. Stay abreast of industry developments, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to RBI and asset integrity management. Ensure compliance with relevant safety standards, codes, and regulations governing inspection activities.

Communication and Collaboration:

Communicate RBI findings, recommendations, and inspection plans to stakeholders, including engineering teams, inspection and asset integrity personnel, and management. Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement within the organization.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Qualifications

+10 years of experience, will be responsible for technical co-ordination, shall be API 571 Certified, shall be able to conduct RBI assessments.
preferably be a member of the API-581 committee and/or expert of other industry best practice is recommended.

Knowledge of corrosion and degradation mechanisms affecting upstream and refining industry.

Knowledge of API-580/581 principles (API 580 certifications will be considered as plus)

Bachelor's Degree in Chemcal or Material Engineering.
Extensive experience (10+ years) in risk-based inspection, integrity management, or asset reliability engineering within the Oil & Gas facilities or power plant industry. Proficiency in RBI methodologies, such as API RP 580/581, ASME PCC-3, or equivalent standards. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and perform risk assessments. Familiarity with inspection techniques, non-destructive testing (NDT) methods, and fitness-for-service assessment. Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, such as API, ASME, and OSHA. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, accuracy, and compliance in all aspects of work.

Competencies

ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future



RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.


At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.