Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Engineering & Inspection Solutions
Founded in 2000, Engineering & Inspection Service (EIS) has established itself as a leader in providing engineering, design, and inspection solutions for the petrochemical industry. Our team, led by co-founder and CEO Joe Brinz, brings decades of hands-on experience from major refineries, ensuring our clients receive practical, reliable solutions. We specialize in addressing complex challenges through advanced technologies and a deep understanding of maintenance, reliability, and operational demands. With offices in Metairie, Louisiana, and Beaumont, Texas, we serve clients nationwide, offering tailored services that span plant engineering, turnaround planning, and specialty inspections. Our commitment to hiring experienced engineers and leveraging cutting-edge tools like 3D laser scanning enables us to deliver efficient, cost-effective results.We prioritize building strong client relationships to fully understand technical needs and implement solutions that enhance project lifecycles. Our expertise in mechanical integrity, finite element analysis, and fitness-for-service assessments sets us apart in the industry. By combining technical excellence with a client-centric approach, we ensure every project meets the highest standards of quality and safety. Our proven track record in debottleneck studies, tank failure analysis, and tower stress assessments demonstrates our ability to tackle even the most demanding challenges. At EIS, we remain dedicated to innovation, continuous improvement, and maintaining the trust of our clients through transparent, results-driven service.
Services
Plant Engineering
Turnaround Planning
Inspection Services
Specialty Services
Scanning Services
Mechanical Integrity
Finite Element Analysis
Fitness for Service Assessments
3D Laser Scanning
API Certification
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in petrochemical engineering and inspections.
- Our team includes API-certified inspectors with direct access to analytical engineers.
- We utilize 3D laser scanning and finite element analysis for precise, innovative solutions.
- Our turnaround planning experts bring 15-20+ years of field experience.
- We prioritize hiring experienced engineers to ensure practical, client-focused results.
Associations and certifications
- National Board of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspections
Services
Plant Engineering
EIS provides comprehensive plant engineering services tailored to address maintenance, reliability, and operational challenges in the petrochemical industry. Our team of experienced engineers delivers timely technical support for day-to-day operations and turnaround projects. By leveraging deep industry expertise, we ensure efficient, cost-effective solutions that enhance plant performance and safety.
Turnaround Planning
Our turnaround planning services focus on optimizing efficiency during plant shutdowns through expert personnel and advanced technologies. With 15-20+ years of experience, our team ensures seamless execution of API-certified inspections and fitness-for-service assessments. We utilize real-time data and 3D scanning to streamline planning and reduce downtime for clients.
Scanning Services
EIS offers innovative 3D laser scanning solutions for accurate data capture and digital twin creation. Our terrestrial and mobile scanners enable 24/7 cloud access for measurements and annotations, improving project planning and team collaboration. This technology supports debottleneck studies, failure analysis, and structural assessments with high precision.
Mechanical Integrity
We specialize in mechanical integrity programs, including API-certified inspections and failure analysis. Our services ensure compliance with safety standards while identifying root causes of equipment failures. By combining field inspections with engineering analysis, we deliver actionable recommendations to enhance asset reliability and prevent future incidents.
Finite Element Analysis
EIS conducts finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural integrity under complex stress conditions. This service supports critical decisions for equipment retrofits, tower lifts, and pressure vessel assessments. Using advanced simulation tools, we provide data-driven insights to ensure safe, reliable operations in challenging environments.
People
Joe Brinz
Co-Founder and CEO
Joe Brinz co-founded EIS after working as a plant engineer in major refineries. His extensive experience in maintenance and reliability, combined with a focus on hiring experienced engineers, drives EIS's client-focused solutions.
Questions
What services does EIS offer?
EIS provides engineering, design, inspection, and specialty services for the petrochemical industry, including turnaround planning, 3D laser scanning, and finite element analysis.
How does EIS handle turnaround planning?
Our turnaround team uses 15-20+ years of experience and API-certified personnel to optimize efficiency, reduce downtime, and ensure safety during plant shutdowns.
What makes EIS's scanning services unique?
We combine terrestrial and mobile 3D laser scanning with cloud-based digital twins for real-time collaboration, improving accuracy and efficiency in project planning.
Can EIS assist with mechanical integrity programs?
Yes, we offer API-certified inspections, failure analysis, and fitness-for-service assessments to ensure compliance and prevent equipment failures.
What industries does EIS serve?
EIS primarily serves the petrochemical industry, addressing challenges in refining, processing, and plant operations with tailored engineering solutions.
How does EIS ensure quality and reliability?
We employ experienced engineers, use advanced technologies, and follow rigorous processes to deliver accurate, cost-effective solutions that meet client needs.
