Graduated in Mechanical Engineer from the Federal University of Ceara – UFC (2007). He is currently studying for a Master at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro – UFRJ (Corrosion). Erik has worked at PETROBRAS in the Onshore Pipeline Engineer Department, with emphasis on corrosion protection systems. Mains activities: project, technical assistance, teaching, research and development. Furthermore, he participates as a Technical Coordinator of the painting Commission and pipeline coatings WG of ABNT; Brazilian representative of ISO 21809 and NACE CIP 2 Certification.