Job Title: Corrosion Engineer / Materials Engineer
Location: United Arab Emirates (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: 100% Remote — Work From Home
Level: Senior
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Corrosion Engineer / Materials Engineer to provide technical expertise in materials selection, corrosion risk assessment, materials performance analysis, and asset integrity management. This fully remote position focuses on reviewing engineering specifications, analyzing inspection and laboratory data, evaluating corrosion mechanisms, and developing recommendations to improve the reliability and service life of industrial assets. The successful candidate will support engineering, maintenance, inspection, and project teams across sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, marine infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- * Evaluate material selection requirements for pipelines, pressure equipment, storage tanks, process systems, and industrial structures.
- Assess corrosion mechanisms affecting carbon steel, stainless steel, alloys, coatings, and other engineering materials.
- Review corrosion monitoring data, inspection reports, thickness measurements, and materials performance records.
- Analyze corrosion rates, degradation trends, remaining wall thickness, and potential asset integrity risks.
- Develop corrosion management strategies and recommend suitable mitigation measures.
- Review materials specifications, engineering drawings, datasheets, and technical procurement documentation.
- Provide technical recommendations on corrosion-resistant alloys, protective coatings, linings, and material compatibility.
- Assess risks associated with uniform corrosion, pitting, crevice corrosion, galvanic corrosion, erosion-corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking.
- Support corrosion risk assessments and materials failure investigations through remote review of technical evidence.
- Review laboratory test results, metallurgical examination reports, and material qualification documentation.
- Evaluate corrosion inhibitor performance data and recommend monitoring or optimization approaches.
- Support the development and review of corrosion control plans, inspection strategies, and asset integrity procedures.
- Assess material compatibility under operating conditions involving temperature, pressure, chemical exposure, and environmental factors.
- Review welding, fabrication, heat treatment, and material traceability documentation for technical consistency.
- Provide technical input for engineering design reviews, material selection studies, and project specifications.
- Collaborate remotely with inspection, maintenance, process engineering, procurement, and project management teams.
- Prepare technical reports, corrosion assessment summaries, materials recommendations, and engineering review comments.
- Monitor relevant industry standards, including applicable API, ASME, ASTM, NACE/AMPP, and ISO requirements.
- Identify recurring material degradation patterns and recommend improvements to asset reliability and maintenance planning.
- Support technical audits, engineering assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
- * Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Corrosion Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in corrosion engineering, materials selection, metallurgy, asset integrity, or industrial materials performance.
- Strong understanding of corrosion mechanisms, degradation processes, and materials failure analysis.
- Knowledge of corrosion prevention and mitigation techniques, including coatings, cathodic protection, inhibitors, and material upgrades.
- Experience reviewing corrosion monitoring data, inspection findings, laboratory reports, and engineering specifications.
- Familiarity with materials used in oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, marine, or industrial facilities.
- Understanding of applicable engineering standards and industry practices, including API, ASME, ASTM, AMPP/NACE, and ISO.
- Experience with materials selection, corrosion risk assessment, and asset integrity management.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical datasheets, material certificates, and inspection documentation.
- Familiarity with corrosion management software, engineering databases, and technical reporting tools.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical report-writing skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
- High attention to detail and sound engineering judgment.
- Professional certifications such as AMPP corrosion credentials, NACE qualifications, or relevant materials engineering certifications are advantageous.
- Ability to work independently and coordinate technical activities with geographically distributed teams.
What We Offer
- * A fully remote, work-from-home position based in the UAE.
- Competitive compensation aligned with qualifications and professional experience.
- Opportunities to support complex industrial engineering and asset integrity projects.
- Exposure to diverse materials, corrosion challenges, and engineering applications.
- Professional development opportunities in corrosion control, materials engineering, and reliability management.
How to ApplyInterested candidates should submit an updated CV highlighting their corrosion engineering experience, materials expertise, relevant industry exposure, and professional certifications.
Application Subject: Application – Corrosion Engineer / Materials Engineer (UAE Remote)
Candidates should confirm applicable employment arrangements, residency requirements, and work authorization before accepting an offer.
- Professional Scope: This role is designed for remote engineering analysis, technical documentation review, corrosion data assessment, materials selection support, and engineering recommendations. Physical inspections, field measurements, sample collection, laboratory testing, equipment operation, and on-site verification must be performed by qualified local personnel. Statutory engineering certifications, final design approvals, safety-critical acceptance decisions, and other regulated sign-offs must be completed or approved by appropriately licensed and authorized professionals in the relevant jurisdiction.
