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How much do rbi engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for rbi engineer in the United States is $86,381.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $103,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an RBI Engineer job?

An RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) Engineer is responsible for assessing the risk of equipment failure in industrial facilities, such as refineries and chemical plants. They analyze inspection data, assess damage mechanisms, and prioritize inspections based on risk levels to optimize maintenance schedules and reduce operational risks. By using RBI methodologies and software tools, they help ensure equipment reliability, compliance with safety regulations, and cost-effective asset management.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of an RBI Engineer?

As an RBI Engineer, your daily tasks commonly include analyzing equipment risk profiles, updating inspection plans based on risk data, and coordinating with inspection teams and plant personnel. You may also review and interpret inspection findings, input data into RBI software, and generate risk assessment reports for management. Collaboration with maintenance, operations, and safety teams is frequent, ensuring inspection strategies are aligned with overall plant reliability goals. The work environment is typically a mix of office and field activity, requiring adaptability and effective communication. Successfully managing these tasks helps prevent failures and optimize inspection intervals, which are crucial for plant safety and cost efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Rbi Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) Engineer, you need a strong background in mechanical or chemical engineering, experience with asset integrity management, and knowledge of inspection standards and methodologies. Proficiency in RBI software tools (such as Meridium, PCMS, or API 580/581), and relevant certifications like API 510, 570, or 653 are highly valued. Excellent analytical abilities, attention to detail, strong communication, and teamwork skills set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies are critical for accurately assessing risks, ensuring equipment reliability, and maintaining plant safety in high-stakes industrial environments.

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PSM and RBI Engineer-Asset Integrity-Software-Oil & Gas Industry

PSM and RBI Engineer-Asset Integrity-Software-Oil & Gas Industry

Intertek

Santa Clara, CA • On-site, Remote

$100/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago


Intertek rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 120 rated laboratories


Job description

Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Based Inspection (RBI) Engineer - Working Remotely.

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a PSM and RBI Engineer to join our Asset Integrity Management (AIM) team in Santa Clara, California, but working remotely. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Process Safety Management.

Intertek's Asset Integrity Management (AIM) team provides asset life management support to infrastructure, facilities, and equipment through the conception, design, construction, commissioning, operations, and decommissioning phases. Intertek provides specialists and engineering support in all areas of Asset Integrity Management, including design, process safety, mechanical integrity, inspection and maintenance, operational and process support, corrosion, metallurgy, and risk analysis to provide you with Total Quality Assurance. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The PSM & RBI Engineer will support clients in improving process safety, asset integrity, and operational reliability through the implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programs. This role combines technical expertise, risk assessment, and client engagement to identify hazards, optimize inspection strategies, ensure regulatory compliance, and reduce operational risk. This position may travel about 25% of the time. 

Salary & Benefits Information

The base wage or salary range for this position is $100 to $160 K.  Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.  

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

    • Lead and facilitate PSM activities including PHA/HAZOP, MOC, incident investigations, and compliance assessments.

    • Perform RBI studies in accordance with API 580/581 methodologies.

    • Identify damage mechanisms and evaluate Probability of Failure (PoF) and Consequence of Failure (CoF).

    • Develop risk-based inspection plans, inspection intervals, and mitigation strategies using Intertek's AwareTM APM software.

    • Support Mechanical Integrity and Asset Integrity Management programs.

    • Analyze inspection, corrosion, and operating data to assess equipment risk and remaining life.

    • Conduct client workshops and present technical findings and recommendations.

    • Support implementation of digital Asset Performance Management (APM) and RBI solutions.

    • Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and project deliverables.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or related Engineering discipline. 

    • 5+ years of experience in process safety, inspection, RBI, or asset integrity. 

    • Working knowledge of OSHA PSM, API 580/581, API 510, API 570, and API 579. 

    • Experience with refinery, petrochemical, chemical, power, or industrial facilities. 

    • Strong analytical, communication, and client-facing skills.

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

  • API 580 & 581
  • API 510
    • API 570 

    • Professional Engineer (PE)

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.      


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