Lead Engineer, Mechanical

Venture Global LNG•Houston, TX

61d•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG ("Venture Global") is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company's three Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global's modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost We are currently looking for qualified candidates for a Lead Mechanical Engineer position. The Mechanical lead role will be to lead the engineering, design and troubleshooting a variety of Mechanical Equipment for an LNG facility. Will require experience with process equipment systems, in a manner in which equipment is operated, safety system design and compliance codes, and with facility troubleshooting as related to oil and gas production.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or University
12+ years of overall experience on capital projects from feasibility through construction
Minimum of 3 years in a Mechanical Lead role, supervising a team of Mechanical Engineers.
Familiarity with various project phases and the scope/deliverables required
Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, OneNote) preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English required

Nice To Haves

Registered Professional Engineering license preferred
Ability to train and travel to live facilities preferred

Responsibilities

Perform job responsibilities as Lead Engineer, leading discipline on medium projects or assigned under the direction of the Department Manager and/or Project Engineer for larger projects
Ensure adherence to project specifications, governing codes and standards, and good engineering practice
Ensure adherence to project health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) requirements as well as state and federal regulations
Leads the effort in the development of mechanical engineering hour estimates for proposed projects, develop man loading and schedule concurrence.
Monitor the schedule, ensure that project objectives are met, monitor project controls and engineering execution within the approved budget
Responsible for reporting on engineering, design and equipment development status to the Lead Mechanical Engineer, and performing monthly or bi-weekly assessments of progress
Participate and contribute advanced level development of all phases of project engineering, including detail design and construction support
Experience in development of upstream production facility drawings, checking process equipment system designs and participation in hazard reviews performed to API
Enforces Quality in his/her team.
Develop the technical content of Mechanical equipment calculations, specifications and data sheets for inquiry and purchase. Ensure these documents are appropriately reviewed, approved, and transmitted
Has direct communication with equipment manufacturers and works clarifications to resolution.
Typical equipment includes Vessels, Heat Exchangers, Fired Equipment, HVAC, Pumps, Compressors. General knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
Procedure development including start-up, commissioning, operating and maintenance.
Coordinate and incorporate project requirements and standards.
Develop Mechanical Work Plans for the installation of equipment
Initiate Project Deviation Notices that impact the mechanical specifications, effort-hour budget and/or schedule
Coordinate and cooperate with the Engineers of other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of all information, and to ensure alignment with project requirements and design basis
Initiate and runs status meetings with the mechanical team to discuss project issues, coordinate/plan key milestone efforts, etc.
Responsible for obtaining cost related information and developing scope of work documents for project estimates (e.g., TIC estimates)