Position Title: Ultrasound Technician / Ultrasound Analyst

(ISO 18436 Level-I Certified)

Department: Predictive Maintenance (PdM) / Condition Monitoring Services

Client: Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco)

Employer: AlMeer Saudi Technical Services Co.

Work Location: Saudi Aramco Gas Plants (Berri, Fadhili, Khursaniyah, Wasit, Tanajob and

Shaybah Gas Plants), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Contract Duration: Three (3) Years

Position Summary

AlMeer Saudi Technical Services Co. is seeking a highly competent and experienced Thermography Analyst / Infrared Thermography Technician to support Saudi Aramco's Predictive Maintenance and Reliability Programs at Gas Plants in the Northern Area.

The successful candidate shall be responsible for conducting infrared thermographic inspections of electrical, mechanical, process, and utility systems to detect abnormal temperature conditions, incipient failures, insulation deficiencies, loose electrical connections, overloaded equipment, refractory degradation, steam system abnormalities, and other thermal anomalies.

The Thermography Analyst shall acquire, analyze, interpret, trend, and report thermal images using advanced infrared cameras and analytical software while ensuring compliance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) requirements, and internationally recognized thermography practices.

The candidate shall work closely with Reliability Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Operations Personnel, and other Condition Monitoring Specialists to improve plant reliability, enhance equipment availability, and reduce unplanned shutdowns.

Key Responsibilities

Infrared Thermographic Inspections

Perform infrared thermographic inspections of:

Electrical Equipment

- High Voltage Switchgear
- Medium Voltage Switchgear
- Low Voltage Switchgear
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Transformers
- Power Distribution Panels
- Bus Ducts
- Bus Bars
- Circuit Breakers
- Disconnect Switches
- Control Panels
- Junction Boxes
- Cable Terminations
- Cable Joints
- Battery Systems
- UPS Systems
- Electrical Motors
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Mechanical Equipment

Conduct thermographic inspections of

- Pumps
- Compressors
- Motors
- Gearboxes
- Bearings
- Couplings
- Fans
- Blowers
- Conveyors
- Rotating Equipment
- Mechanical Seals
- Lubrication Systems

Process Equipment

Inspect process facilities including

- Heat Exchangers
- Pressure Vessels
- Reactors
- Furnaces
- Boilers
- Steam Lines
- Pipelines
- Process Valves
- Steam Traps
- Insulated Equipment
- Cryogenic Systems
- Storage Tanks

Civil and Structural Components

Perform inspections of

- Building Roofs
- Thermal Insulation
- Building Envelope
- HVAC Systems
- Air Conditioning Equipment
- Cooling Systems
- Fire Protection Systems
- Refractory Linings

Thermal Image Acquisition The Thermography Analyst shall:

- Capture high-quality thermal images.
- Select appropriate emissivity settings.
- Apply reflected temperature corrections.
- Evaluate environmental influences.
- Verify measurement accuracy.
- Compare thermal data with historical trends.
- Establish equipment thermal baselines.
- Monitor equipment deterioration over time.

Thermal Analysis

Analyze infrared images to identify:

- Loose electrical connections
- Overloaded electrical circuits




- Phase imbalance
- Electrical hot spots
- Bearing overheating
- Misalignment-related heating
- Lubrication deficiencies
- Mechanical friction
- Steam leaks
- Process insulation failures
- Refractory degradation
- Heat loss
- Cooling deficiencies
- Motor winding abnormalities
- Transformer defects
- Abnormal process temperatures

Equipment Diagnostics

Provide technical assessment of equipment condition based on thermal patterns and recommend corrective actions for:

- Electrical maintenance
- Mechanical maintenance
- Reliability improvement
- Energy conservation
- Asset integrity
- Preventive maintenance planning

Data Management The Thermography Analyst shall:

- Develop inspection routes.
- Maintain thermal image databases.
- Trend equipment temperatures.
- Compare historical inspection results.
- Classify thermal anomalies according to severity.
- Maintain equipment condition history.
- Archive thermal reports.

Reporting

Prepare and submit

- Daily Thermography Reports
- Electrical Inspection Reports
- Mechanical Inspection Reports
- Infrared Survey Reports
- Critical Equipment Reports
- Thermal Imaging Reports
- Condition Assessment Reports
- Equipment Severity Reports
- Monthly Reliability Reports
- Maintenance Recommendations
- Shutdown Inspection Reports

Reliability Support

Support plant reliability initiatives by:

- Participating in Predictive Maintenance (PdM) programs.
- Supporting Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM).
- Assisting Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
- Identifying recurring equipment failures.
- Improving maintenance planning.
- Supporting turnaround planning.
- Assisting energy efficiency improvement programs.

Minimum Qualification

- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Industrial Maintenance
- Electrical Technology
- Mechanical Technology
- Or an equivalent technical discipline.

Mandatory Certification The candidate must possess:

- ISO 18436-7 Infrared Thermography Level-II Certification (or an equivalent internationally recognized Level-II Thermography certification).

Level-II certification is preferred, as it qualifies the technician to perform inspections, interpret thermal images, analyze results, and prepare independent diagnostic reports. Candidates holding Level-I certification with substantial relevant experience may also be considered, subject to Saudi Aramco approval.

Experience Requirements The candidate shall possess:

- Minimum Five (5) years of experience in Infrared Thermography and Predictive Maintenance.
- Minimum Five (5) years of experience working in Oil & Gas Processing Plants, Petrochemical Plants, LNG Facilities, Refineries, or Power Generation Plants.
- Proven experience in electrical and mechanical thermographic inspections.
- Experience preparing thermographic condition assessment reports.
- Previous Saudi Aramco experience will be highly preferred.





Technical Competencies The candidate shall demonstrate sound knowledge of:

- Infrared Thermography Principles
- Heat Transfer
- Thermal Radiation
- Emissivity
- Reflected Temperature Compensation
- Thermal Image Interpretation
- Electrical Power Systems
- Rotating Equipment
- Steam Systems
- Process Equipment
- Mechanical Equipment
- Electrical Equipment
- Predictive Maintenance (PdM)
- Reliability Engineering
- Asset Integrity Management
- Energy Loss Detection
- Equipment Failure Mechanisms

Software & Instrument Proficiency The candidate shall have hands-on experience using infrared cameras and software from leading manufacturers, including:

Thermal Imaging Equipment

- FLIR Thermal Cameras
- FLUKE Thermal Imagers
- Testo Thermal Cameras
- Hikmicro Thermal Cameras
- Seek Thermal Systems
- Other equivalent industrial infrared cameras

Preference will be given to candidates experienced with FLIR industrial thermal imaging systems.

Software

- FLIR Thermal Studio
- FLIR Tools
- FLUKE SmartView
- Testo IRSoft
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SAP PM or equivalent CMMS (preferred)

Saudi Aramco Requirements The selected candidate shall:

- Be capable of qualifying as a Saudi Aramco Work Permit Receiver (WPR).
- Successfully complete all Saudi Aramco mandatory HSE training and competency assessments.
- Demonstrate full understanding of Saudi Aramco Permit-to-Work (PTW) procedures.
- Comply with Saudi Aramco General Instructions (GIs), Engineering Standards (SAES), and Loss Prevention Standards.

AlMeer shall arrange the required Saudi Aramco Work Permit Receiver certification prior to deployment.

Safety Responsibilities The Thermography Analyst shall:

- Strictly comply with Saudi Aramco Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
- Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Toolbox Talks.
- Ensure safe inspection practices around energized electrical equipment and operating process facilities.
- Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for electrical and process plant inspections.
- Report unsafe conditions, abnormal equipment temperatures, and potential hazards immediately.
- Adhere to all electrical safety, arc-flash, and permit-to-work requirements.

Personal Competencies The successful candidate shall demonstrate:

- Strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- High level of technical competence.
- Effective technical report writing skills.
- Valuable communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary maintenance and reliability teams.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Professional conduct while representing AlMeer at Saudi Aramco facilities.

Preferred Experience

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

- Previous experience working under Saudi Aramco maintenance or reliability contracts.
- Extensive experience using FLIR industrial thermal imaging cameras and software.
- Experience in large-scale electrical reliability programs.
- Experience integrating thermography with vibration analysis, ultrasound inspection, and lubrication analysis as part of a comprehensive Condition Monitoring Program.
- Familiarity with Saudi Aramco Predictive Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, and Asset Integrity Management practices.

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