Erik Quintero Pernalete
About Erik Quintero Pernalete
Erik Quintero Pernalete is an experienced Inspection Engineer currently working at Applus+ in Karratha, Australia. He holds multiple certifications in corrosion inspection and non-destructive testing, and has over a decade of experience in asset maintenance management within the gas and petroleum sectors.
Work at Applus+
Erik Quintero Pernalete has been employed at Applus+ as an Inspection Engineer since 2018. He works in Karratha, Western Australia, where he applies his extensive knowledge in inspection methodologies and asset integrity management. His role involves conducting thorough assessments and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Erik holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from the University of Zulia, which he completed from 2002 to 2007. He further pursued a Master's Degree at the same institution, graduating in 2011. Additionally, he obtained an Industrial Chemistry Technical Certificate from Anselmo Belloso Technical School in Venezuela between 1997 and 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in corrosion inspection and asset integrity management.
Background
Erik Quintero Pernalete has over 10 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on condition assessment and asset maintenance management. He began his career with an internship in Process Engineering at PDVSA Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. in 2007. He later held various positions within the company, including Corrosion & Asset Integrity Engineer and Supervisor, before transitioning to his current role at Applus+.
Certifications and Skills
Erik is certified with NACE CIP Level 3 and possesses a NACE Pipeline Corrosion Integrity Management certification, highlighting his advanced knowledge in corrosion inspection. He also holds Level 2 PCN certifications in Ultrasonic Testing Thickness, Ultrasonic Testing Welds, and Magnetic Particle Inspection. His skills include proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD, SAP, and familiarity with inspection programs aligned with API standards.
Professional Experience
Erik has held multiple engineering roles, including a position as Corrosion & Integrity Engineer at Coating Management Solutions in Sydney, Australia, from 2017 to 2018. He also worked at PDVSA Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. in various capacities from 2007 to 2015, where he gained significant experience in corrosion management and integrity assessments. His ability to work with multidisciplinary teams has been a key aspect of his professional journey.