Role of Corrosion Engineer at A Petrochemical Plant

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Role of Corrosion Engineer at a Petrochemical Plant

by ashfaqanwer 22 Sep 2011, 07:50

Please share the roles and responsibilities of Corrosion Engineer at a Petrochemical plant(Fertilizer Sector). What shall be the mandatory items known to him to perform functions efficiently?
Ashfaq Anwer ashfaqanwer@thepetrostreet.com
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Re: Role of Corrosion Engineer at a Petrochemical Plant


by arcpro 22 Sep 2011, 09:32

I am sharing the job responsibilities of a Corrosion Engineer at our petrochemical unit. a. Determination of corrosion rates based on latest techniques and statistical studies b. Perform failure analysis related to corrosion c. NDT know-how in picking up the right one to detect different types of corrosion d. Cathodic protection survey and monitoring e. Act as a valuable member for modification jobs at plant f. Issue bi-annually report on corrosion issues at site g. Carry corrosion under insulation study of complete site h. Material selection and suggest alternates where required and stands possible i. Follow NACE standards and their implementation at site (where applicable) j. Fitness for service study of corroded pipelines k. Suggest repair procedures for corroded piping / pipelines
arcpro Senior Member Posts: 613 Joined: 16 Apr 2010, 18:46 Area of interest: Manufacturing Engineering T o p

Re: Role of Corrosion Engineer at a Petrochemical Plant


by mechcolor 22 Sep 2011, 17:58

Adding few more... Corrosion related issues regarding pressure vessels and storage tanks Root cause analysis of corrosion related damages Knowledge of relevant API codes including API 570, 510, 653 in general Institute SCC study and its identification Suggest material advancements and their life to cost analyses Involve in Hazard Analysis and RBI program
mechcolor Senior Member Posts: 411 Joined: 17 May 2010, 18:05 Area of interest: Manufacturing Engineering T o p

Re: Role of Corrosion Engineer at a Petrochemical Plant


by irish 26 Sep 2011, 10:04

Knowledge of corrosion coupons and probes is also important.

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