Our client is seeking a Full-Time LNG Project Engineer to support US based LNG export facility and service the global demand for North American natural gas. This Louisiana-based position will support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary contact for technical coordination between the EPC contractor and owner-furnished equipment suppliers. Work with home office engineering to resolve any technical issues that arise on-site.
- Actively participate in the project's safety program by conducting safety walks, attending safety reviews, and incorporating safety considerations into designs, procedures, and activities.
- Manage the RFI (Request for Information) process related to the liquefaction scope, ensuring clear communication between the EPC contractor and equipment suppliers.
- Review and provide feedback on drawings issued by the EPC contractor and equipment suppliers.
- Identify and address quality issues related to defective or non-conforming workmanship or materials. Collaborate closely with the construction team to ensure all work meets project specifications and quality standards.
- Research and address code compliance issues, securing necessary approvals in consultation with subject matter experts.
- Attend kick-off and review meetings, interacting with EPC contractors to ensure alignment and progress.
- Support the systems completion process by managing the completion of ITRs (Inspection Test Records) and PLIs (Punch List Items), ensuring that issues are resolved promptly.
- Assist with commissioning activities for liquefaction systems, ensuring that all pre-requisites are met and coordinating interfaces as needed.
- Participate in the management of change processes, ensuring that any changes are effectively communicated and implemented.
- Review installation plans and ensure that all requirements are clearly communicated to the construction team. Actively support and communicate constructability concerns to discipline engineers.
- Stay informed on industry standards, regulatory codes, and company requirements, applying this knowledge to the project.
- Assist in the development and review of turnover dossiers to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Attend project progress meetings, providing updates on site engineering activities and deliverables.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with contractor project engineering counterparts.
- Understand and communicate contractual requirements to the project team.
- Consistently support the project's safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in the design, construction, or operation of petrochemical infrastructure. Experience in representing asset owners in these roles is a plus.
- Broad knowledge of general engineering disciplines, including mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & control.
- Ability to work effectively within a global team and collaborate with diverse cultures.
- Experience managing projects with multiple interfaces.
- Willingness to travel domestically as required.
- Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for deliverables.
- Experience with cryogenic or liquefaction systems is advantageous.
- Familiarity with systems completion, commissioning, or turnaround activities is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed construction drawings and specifications, including P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and single-line diagrams.
- Excellent technical, practical, and communication skills.
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